http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/rss/ 02 February 2012 14:02:45 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34810/Web%2520Designer.html Digital Designer Newcastle upon Tyne. Up to £30k. We’re currently working with a well respected design consultancy that are keen to make the important addition of a Digital Designer to their team. As a Digital Designer you will conceptualise, design and maintain websites which are visually attractive, consistent and functional. Key responsibilities include: - Create, develop and execute visual design across digital platforms. - Utilize style guides to ensure visual consistency and embrace best practices. - Collaborate with Project Manager to understand wire frames, user interaction models and personas. - Work with Project Manager to manage queue of requests ensuring timely response to needs. - Undertake visual quality assurance testing before release to ensure outgoing products are representative of agreed design. - Provide consistent and accurate forecast for duration of projects to ensure meeting of deadlines. - Organize all assets and deliverables as defined by management. - Interface directly with clients (when necessary and appropriate) - Manage multiple projects / tasks within agreed timeframes. A demonstrable knowledge and application of website and email design best practices, information architecture, usability issues and accessibility based on w3c guidelines is desirable along with an expert knowledge of Adobe CS5. Great remuneration on offer to attract the best candidates. So if you're looking for Creative jobs in the North East, this could be your ideal opportunity. Click apply to find out more. Due to the... 02 February 2012 14:02:12 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34808/Account%2520Manager.html Digital Project Manager Newcastle upon Tyne. Up to £25k. We’re currently working with a well respected design consultancy whom are keen to make the important addition of a digital Project Manager to their team. As a Project Manager for our client’s digital team your role will be to plan, execute and otherwise manage digital projects within agreed timeframes and defined budgets. You are central to digital projects, liaising with technical and design teams and with clients to meet set goals. Key Responsibilities will include: - Plan projects by defining scope (based upon requirements and deliverables); creating work-based schedules; mapping out resource requirements; and developing comprehensive budgets. - Provide value-added input on strategy, implementation approach options, and creative solutions to problems. - Consistently monitor and report upon project progress and budget usage - Facilitate regular status meetings (internal and external) - Manage cross-functional teams – i.e., strategy, user experience, visual design, and technology - Interface directly with clients (when necessary and appropriate) - Actively manage project-related issues; plan contingencies for project-related risks - Ensure digital projects are delivered on time and to budget. With the above in mind, we’re keen to hear from candidates who have already gained relevant experience in a similar environment and who have a demonstrable track record of delivering great projects. Such is the level of responsibility in this role, we would recommend that... 20 January 2012 12:12:28 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34542/PR%2520Account%2520Manager.html PR Account Manager £Negotiable Sunderland. Our client is a well established and highly regarded PR & Marketing consultancy with a wide range of clients and a close knit team. As part of expansion into 2012 our client are keen to appoint an experienced PR Manager to handle a diverse range of clients. Ideally, candidates will have an established background of approximately 2-5 years within an agency/consultancy environment and will be comfortable with the pace and demands involved in handling numerous projects and clients at once. Key responsibilities will include providing strong relationship building both with clients and with contacts within the local and national media, copy writing skills demonstrable in print and digital projects, creative thinking when constructing objective orientated PR and media strategies, as well as confidence in pitching and presenting ideas. This is a great opportunity to join a well respected agency with some exciting clients and big plans for the future. Great remuneration on offer to attract the best candidates. So if you're looking for PR jobs in the North East, this could be your ideal opportunity. Click apply to find out more. Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts we are not always able to provide feedback on your application. If you hear nothing from us in 5 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your details will be kept on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities. 16 January 2012 10:10:09 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34442/Junior%2520Product%2520Manager.html Junior Product Manager Northumberland. £16-£18k Our client is a well established Product Design and Development organisation who are currently seeking a Junior Product Manager with a passion for strategic marketing to join their team. The ideal candidate for this role is a creative marketer with the ability to think strategically, who would have the confidence to deal directly with large scale retail-led clients. Key Attributes Excellent project management skills Creative flair Excellent attention to detail Strong analytical skills Team player with the ability to take full responsibility for projects Confident communicator Useful Extras Experience of range management Experience of dealing with large customers Main Responsibilities 1)Product management for the Packaging, Equipment, Books and Banding Catalogue ranges. This will include research, NPD, promotional activity, range management and performance analysis. 2)Day-to-day contact for clients (under the direction of the account handler). 3)NPD / ongoing administration for Marketing and branding projects. Great remuneration on offer to attract the best candidates. So if you're looking for Marketing jobs in the North East, this could be your ideal opportunity. Click apply to find out more. Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts we are not always able to provide feedback on your application. If you hear nothing from us in 5 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your details will be kept on file and you may be contacted about other... 06 February 2012 15:03:25 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34946/System%2520Administrator%2520-%2520Linux.html This role is in the busy technology department within one of the UK’s most dynamic companies in the online marketing space. The role is based in the company headquarters in the North East. Having established itself on the international stage, following an investment from equity backers, the company is undertaking a major expansion, resulting in the technology team requiring strengthening. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: This role requires an ambitious Linux Systems Administrator, who has between 1 and 3 year’s recent relevant experience in a similar role. You will be administering a number of Linux servers, comprising of large production MySQL/NoSQL databases, in-house and customer facing PHP applications, and apache/nginx Web servers. You may also be involved in the migration of different data centres into new locations, setting up and administering email accounts and other more general IT support related duties. The role requires someone with extensive experience in Linux, Apache, Nginx, MySQL, NoSQL, PHP, Nagios, Cacti, Load Balancers and SVN deployment of production code, amongst other technologies. CANDIDATE: They need someone with a great understanding and passion for Linux and security, with solid experience in Linux administration, on demand community support and development. Ideally you will have excellent experience within networking, security, open-source and Unix environments. Your passion for the role and the Industry should be apparent through spending your spare time researching, consulting and contributing to these... 02 February 2012 18:06:52 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34816/Freelance%2520PHP%2520Developer.html An e-learning company requires an experienced PHP developer to work on a specific project in-site with them in Newcastle over the next couple of months to carry out micro-site linking with moodle platform. Skills Required: A good all-around skillset of Object Oriented PHP/MySQL/HTML/CSS & jQuery is needed. The Freelance PHP Developer will be working with an existing team on a related micro-site based on an Object Oriented MVC framework. Experience with moodle would be a big plus. Portfolio or work examples will need to be provided. In summary, our Client is creating a learning platform and moodle is being used at heart of whole system being developed. However Moodle is not always very user friendly. So they have a site based on an Object Oriented PHP MVC mini framework built in house. This site queries upcoming lessons and fetches details about the lessons to present in one easy page for students. They now want to extend this website to give more easy access to students, parents, tutors and admin. Linking to moodle db they want to create an attendance system, course setup system, document sharing system, connect with moodle messaging system and displaying other details fetched from moodle. So if you don’t have experience of moodle you will definitely need in depth knowledge of MySQL. Project underway, start ASAP If you are interested in the advertised position please apply through the requested method and we will be in touch shortly with regards to your suitability for the role. If you have any queries regarding the vacancy please... 29 January 2012 17:05:45 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34711/PHP%2520MySQL%2520Web%2520Developer.html We are looking for a PHP Web Developer to join a prestigious Gateshead based business going from strength to strength due to it’s unique service offering in sales promotion on behalf of a variety of different businesses throughout the UK. You will be involved with the entire technical side of building websites and will also be involved with the maintenance and update of existing sites. The websites they usually develop are mostly promotional sites for Client’s, including online redemption systems, cashback or trade-in sites, online competitions, promotional sites entered via SMS, bespoke CMS systems and Flash games. You will work as part of a team, which will include a web developer and project/account manager and your duties would be as follows: • write the programming code, either from scratch or by adapting existing websites and graphics • test the website and identify any technical problems • upload the site onto a server • monitor the website and ensure issues are highlighted and rectified • ensure the smooth termination of a live promotion You must have all of the first 3 following technical skills and some of the other skills mentioned: • Object-orientated PHP5 - essential • HTML and CSS - essential • mySQL - essential • XML – preferable • Javascript and Ajax - preferable • CMS website development – preferable • Payment gateway integration - preferable • Linux server administration – working knowledge • Domain... 26 January 2012 12:12:47 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34645/PHP%2520Developer%2520%28Junior%29.html A small friendly Web Agency in the centre of Newcastle is looking to recruit a Junior PHP / Ecommerce developer. You will be responsible for developing CMS driven web sites and ecommerce sites along with integration of those sites to back office accounting and CRM systems. Your skill set should include: Strong PHP5 & MySQL Strong HTML and CSS Javascript Frameworks such as JQuery, MooTools Experience with Ecommerce platforms such as Magento Experience and knowledge of CMS systems Experience of MVC Frameworks such as Kohana, Cake, CodeIgniter Ability to configure and setup Linux web servers Use of Code repositories such as GIT or SVN You need to be a self starter, team player with a positive can-do attitude, you also need to be able to speak to customers in a non-technical way. Working hours are Mon-Fri 9:00 - 17:30 25 Days paid holiday + Bank Holidays Based in Newcastle NE1 24 January 2012 11:11:40 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34602/Web%2520Developer%2520%2F%2520Software%2520Engineer.html We are looking for a Web Developer / Software Engineer to a leading Digital Development company producing innovative, market leading web and interactive digital projects for a wide range of commercial clients. They create high quality digital applications and interactive experiences that add value to all their clients’ businesses. Develop digital media that impresses, inspires and most importantly, delivers results. Headquartered in Newcastle, with a second office in London, they have an in-house team of 26 comprising interactive designers, software engineers, producers and graphic artists. The advertised role requires a Web Developer / Software Engineer who has excellent coding and problem solving abilities coupled with good people and organisational skills. You will have experience of developing software projects and an understanding of internet development technologies such as Java, ColdFusion, .NET, PHP, JSP, MySQL, Flash / Actionscript, Objective C, Javascript etc. Familiarity with server hardware / software architecture, performance database design and system design methodologies would be beneficial. An enthusiasm for creating exciting digital projects is essential. Package / salary is negotiable but we would anticipate it to be in the range £21k-£30k per annum depending on experience. There is also an additional profit related bonus scheme to help ensure that employees can benefit from the overall success of the company. The scheme pays out annually and, as it is based on potential profits, cannot be guaranteed. However, payouts... 24 January 2012 11:11:45 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34601/Software%2520Development%2520Manager%2520%2F%2520Digital%2520Technology.html We are looking for a Software Development Manager to a leading Digital Development company producing innovative, market leading web and interactive digital projects for a wide range of commercial clients. They create high quality digital applications and interactive experiences that add value to all their clients’ businesses. Develop digital media that impresses, inspires and most importantly, delivers results. Headquartered in Newcastle, with a second office in London, they have an in-house team of 26 comprising interactive designers, software engineers, producers and graphic artists. The role of Software Development Manager would be to lead the development of some of their core software platforms and libraries. This role would suit someone with proven large scale software development experience on a variety of platforms (the company develops using a broad range of platforms including Java, ColdFusion, .NET, PHP, C#, JSP, MySQL, Flash / Actionscript, Objective C, Javascript etc.) and a knowledge of best practice technical architecure. Such a person would also need to be able to manage and inspire a team, work to tight deadlines, and lead a software development strategy that supports overall business strategy. We would also expect that the successful candidate would become part of the overall senior management team for the company. Package / salary is negotiable but we would anticipate it to be in the range £30k - 40k per annum depending on experience. There is also an additional profit related bonus scheme to help ensure that employees... 24 January 2012 11:11:55 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34600/Junior%2520.NET%2520Developer.html A Digital Media agency is looking for a talented and ambitious Junior/Graduate Web Developer to join its forward thinking and fast growing Technical team. The position will focus on developing rich web based applications using C# .Net and Microsoft SQL. However, the projects vary significantly and as such you will also gain experience in a wide range of other technologies. They are looking for candidates who can demonstrate a strong understanding of software development and Object Orientated (OO) programming. Any experience working within mobile application development is also highly desirable. The ideal candidate will come from a top University and hold a Degree and/or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering or Physics. Ideally this should be complimented by up to 12 months commercial experience, although exceptional Graduates will be considered. Our client is looking for people who take great pride in their work and who will have the same passion and drive that it has for every project they work on. In exchange for your talents, they will offer you an informal and sociable environment and the opportunity to be fully involved in the full development lifecycle. You should have excellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving and organisational skills. These skills should also be underpinned by a positive attitude and the ability to learn and utilise new skills very quickly. Key skills: C# .Net (Java also considered) Microsoft SQL XHTML CSS Highly desirable: Working with Content Management Systems (CMS) Microsoft Visual Studio... 24 January 2012 06:06:36 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34588/Sharepoint%2520Administrator.html We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of CCS Mobile in Sunderland for a SharePoint Administrator who also has some experience of or interest in IP based telephony. CCS Mobile are based in prestigious offices on the Pennywell Industrial Estate close to Sunderland in the North East of England, they are an award winning business communications provider and have been connecting businesses since they began in 1987. They now employ almost 20 staff, with great plans for growth over the next 12 months. As part of this strategy to build on their continued success they are currently looking for an experience SharePoint Administrator to join the team. This role is a pivotal one within the organisation, as it will enable them to add additional value and products to an already exemplary track record they have in providing customers with a great service. You will be Client facing and will need to work closely with the customer account manager’s to identify and design the best SharePoint and IP telephony solutions for each individual customer. The SharePoint administration aspects of the role require proven experience in this area, however the IP telephony is a brand new system and therefore whilst previous IPT experience is preferred it is not essential. The attributes of being a quick learner in order to pick this up will however be essential. You need to be a pro-active SharePoint Administrator who lives and breathes their chosen career path as it is a stand-alone role that will require you to research the best solutions and know well ahead of time about... 13 January 2012 19:07:20 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34440/PHP%2520MySQL%2520Web%2520Developer.html We are looking for a PHP Web Developer to join a prestigious Gateshead based business going from strength to strength due to it’s unique service offering in sales promotion on behalf of a variety of different businesses throughout the UK. You will be involved with the entire technical side of building websites and will also be involved with the maintenance and update of existing sites. The websites they usually develop are mostly promotional sites for Client’s, including online redemption systems, cashback or trade-in sites, online competitions, promotional sites entered via SMS, bespoke CMS systems and Flash games. You will work as part of a team, which will include a web developer and project/account manager and your duties would be as follows: • write the programming code, either from scratch or by adapting existing websites and graphics • test the website and identify any technical problems • upload the site onto a server • monitor the website and ensure issues are highlighted and rectified • ensure the smooth termination of a live promotion You must have all of the first 3 following technical skills and some of the other skills mentioned: • Object-orientated PHP5 - essential • HTML and CSS - essential • mySQL - essential • XML – preferable • Javascript and Ajax - preferable • CMS website development – preferable • Payment gateway integration - preferable • Linux server administration – working knowledge • Domain... 13 January 2012 18:06:43 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34439/Freelance%2520C%2C%2520C%2B%2B%2520Windows%2520Software%2520Developer.html We're looking for freelance C/C++ developers, to build a Windows software application on behalf of a multi-media creative agency in the centre of Newcastle. The project involves building a core application that will run on a Windows touch-screen computer and will integrate a number of bespoke and generic third party hardware components to deliver a ground-breaking futuristic user experience! It also involves 3D, animation and motion capture, so experience in the 3D games industry, or using the Unity games platform would be a big bonus. There are 2 freelance contracts available as it will require a duo to work alongside each other for the duration of the project, one may be more experienced than the other and will ideally have games industry experience. Whatever your level, if you have proven commercial experience developing Windows software in C/C++ and can show this work to our Client then it’s worth applying! The project is likely to run for approximately 3 months and will be paid on a monthly project basis, budget is flexible for the right people so if you’re interested in the opportunity our Client has a full brief and technical specification in order for you to estimate your fee as accurately as possible (NDA signature required). Both developers would be required to work in-house in Newcastle full-time for the duration of the contract, which will more than likely run between February and May. If you are interested in the advertised position please apply through the requested method and we will be in touch shortly with regards to your... 13 January 2012 12:12:15 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34393/Freelance%2520Front%2520End%2520Web%2520Developer.html Tipped for great things, this start up tech company based in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a talented front end developer with strong html5 and javascript skills to help them out with the volume of work they need to get through over the next 3 months before their official product launch. There is potential for the role to become permanent if you like them and they like you, funding permitting. So if you are available to work full (flexible) time from their office, you have front end web development experience and commercial project examples from the last 6 to 12 months please email your CV and a link to your online portfolio to us ASAP and we will be in touch with regards to your suitability for the role. We look forward to hearing from you. 12 January 2012 14:02:57 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34362/Digital%2520Marketing%2520Manager.html Are you passionate about digital? Can you produce cutting edge campaigns? Working alongside our existing SEO and Affiliate Managers, we are seeking an experienced Marketing Manager to develop and implement online marketing campaigns for both Orange Bus and our clients. We’re looking for a strong communicator with a good mix of both traditional and online marketing skills; from analysing new market opportunities, managing and tracking email campaigns and social media strategy, through to developing targeted offline campaigns. What you'll need: A passion for all things digital First class verbal and written communication skills 3 years + experience in marketing, with an emphasis upon digital Excellent planning and organisational skills A strong attention to detail Experience with Social Media Ideally CIM qualified, but not essential Experience is essential for this role, as is enthusiasm, energy, drive and a sense of fun! What we'll provide: A great working environment in the centre of Newcastle Upon Tyne Competitive pay circa 25K-32K, depending upon experience Generous holiday entitlement Please send your CV and cover letter to louise@orangebus.co.uk. 12 January 2012 14:02:57 +0000 http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34361/Account%2520Manager.html We're looking for an experienced Account Manager to join our team in Newcastle. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of our clients developing strong, honest, and profitable relationships. Working with other account managers, project management, developers and creatives you will manage client expectations, project profitability, and will demonstrate a can-do attitude. What you'll need: A passion for all things digital with an understanding of the creative process First class verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrable ability in building client relationships 3 years or more account management experience working for a digital agency Excellent planning and organisational skills with an attention to detail A solid understanding of business fundamentals, coupled with the ability to drive revenue What we'll provide: A great working environment in the centre of Newcastle Upon Tyne Competitive pay Generous holiday entitlement Interested? If you've read this, and it sounds like we're describing you then we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to louise@orangebus.co.uk.