Content Writer and Editor 
We are...
3 Birds Marketing, an interactive marketing agency with a powerful proprietary communications platform, is seeking a fulltime content writer and copyeditor. The content writer and editor will be expected to generate and create content ideas on deadline, edit the work of freelancers and interns, and work closely with the Content Coordinator and Account Managers to ensure that content needs are met.
Job description:
Applicant must have outstanding writing and editing skills with advanced knowledge of AP Style. The content writer and editor is expected to be meticulous, with a strong eye for detail; have advanced understanding of grammar; and have the ability to write in a variety of styles and tones. An ideal applicant will excel at critical and creative thinking; be innovative, positive, and witty; and will have a great sense of humor.
At the interview, you will be given an hour-long writing test to assess your skills.
Qualifications and Skills:
Experience writing excellent, high SEO-value copy, including newsletter articles and features; blog posts; press releases; social media posts; and marketing copy for email campaigns, landing pages, banners, etc.
Exceptional proofreading and fact-checking skills, for your own and others' work
Ability to keep track of multiple clients’ content needs simultaneously
Have experience in email marketing, optimization, compliance, and best practices
Be able to learn new software and skills quickly
Be knowledgeable about SEO, SEM, website analytics, social media, online reputation management, and data mining
Must be comfortable working under pressure, deadline oriented, and able to deliver content on or ahead of schedule
Ability to research, analyze, and draw conclusions about content based on open and click rates and other indicators
Have a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, English, journalism, or a related field, and/or 1 to 5 years of experience
Knowledge of cars and the automotive industry is a plus but not required
Please submit your cover letter and resume, as well as three writing samples (class assignments, term papers, published works, magazine articles, blog posts, etc. are all suitable).
We offer:
Competitive salary based upon experience
The opportunity for you to be paid to write
Paid personal days and company holidays
401k Retirement Savings Plan and medical, dental, and vision benefits
A casual work environment
An office space across the street from UNC and walking distance to the stores and restaurants on Franklin Street
A well-stocked kitchen filled with snacks and caffeinated beverages
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Engagement Coordinator
We are...
A technology development company that offers a tiered, content and data-driven customer engagement platform solution to our client base. We provide graduated solutions that are architected to build upon each other to create a multi-channel approach to organic online marketing. Our foundational product is a monthly email newsletter and companion website, enhanced by full-service online reputation management and highly targeted campaign follow-up.
We don’t hesitate to push the envelope or zig while everyone else zags. We are not for everyone and applicants seeking a job instead of a career need not apply.
You are...
A recent graduate passionate about starting a career in digital marketing, technology and online publishing and reputation management, who is seeking an opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment. You are task-oriented and possess strong organizational skills and understand that a deadline is a deadline, not a moving target. You are an excellent communicator in person, on the phone and in writing. You know that if you are given a shot at an entry-level position, you will bring it all to the table and proactively seek out opportunities and additional responsibilities for professional growth and development.
The Engagement Coordinator is expected to...
Learn new software skills quickly
Understand the importance of process, workflow and time management, and operate within the parameters set by the company in these areas
Learn and intimately understand our technology, solutions and internal processes
Implement new clients into our platform infrastructure
Use our software to build multiple monthly email newsletters for multiple clients simultaneously
Manage the day-to-day relationship with our newsletter clients; work collaboratively with them and make strategic recommendations for monthly newsletter content
Work collaboratively in a team environment and forge seamless relationships with our content, design and development departments as well as other members of the account team
Have a desire to learn about email marketing, optimization, compliance, best practices, testing, segmentation, performance data analysis, SEO, SEM, website analytics, social media and online reputation management and data mining
Have the ability to create content including newsletter articles, blog posts, press releases, social media posts, review responses and campaign copy as needed
Monitor performance of and recommend opportunities to optimize client’s online marketing performance; claim and optimize reputation review sites
Monitor social media and review sites daily for follow-up action
Assist in report development and the initial analysis of a client’s SEO, social media and online reputation position
Assist with the QA process for all client materials
Work under the supervision of Account Managers
Maintain a positive attitude and, ideally, a sharp wit and clever sense of humor in high pressure situations
Provide a writing sample and/or participate in a writing assessment
Have a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism or a related field
You will love...
Competitive salary based on experience
Paid personal days and company holidays
401K Retirement Savings Plan and medical, dental and vision benefits
Our casual work environment
Our young, enthusiastic staff
Our office space across the street from the University of Chapel Hill and walking distance to the stores and restaurants on Franklin Street
Our well-stocked kitchen filled with snacks and caffeinated beverages
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Digital Account Manager
We are...
A technology development company that offers a tiered, content and data-driven customer engagement platform solution to our client base. We provide graduated solutions that are architected to build upon each other to create a multi-channel approach to organic online marketing. Our foundational product is a monthly email newsletter and companion website, enhanced by full-service online reputation management and highly targeted campaign follow-up.
We don’t hesitate to push the envelope or zig while everyone else zags. We are not for everyone and applicants seeking a job instead of a career need not apply.
You are...
A Type A personality who thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly growing and sometimes stressful environment. You are driven to set high standards for yourself and others, meet deadlines and over deliver. Your vocabulary does not include the words &qout;good enough&qout;. You are an excellent communicator in person, on the telephone and in writing, and represent the company well. You connect with clients in a genuine way in order to manage expectations, obtain information, advance their objectives and deliver results. You thrive on the excitement, agility and pace of a start up environment and are adept at prioritizing (and re-prioritizing) tasks and resolving unexpected events on a daily basis.
The Digital Account Manager is expected to...
Have solid experience in email marketing, optimization, compliance, best practices, testing, segmentation, key performance indicators, data analysis and strategy
Be knowledgeable about organic SEO, SEM, website analytics, social media sites and community management, online reputation management, cross-channel initiatives, content marketing and data mining
Manage the day-to-day relationships of our Buzz clients; forge genuine and active relationships based on expertise, trust, confidence, industry knowledge and a firm understanding of client objectives and challenges. Ensure all expectations are met daily.
Manage client’s SEO, social media and online reputation position; recommend and create follow-up activity to maintain a positive presence
Provide strategic content recommendations based on performance metrics, behavioral data and client position and objectives
Manage multiple client campaign-based initiatives simultaneously, from initiation through final data analysis
Have a proven track record of being able to stay on task, meet deadlines, ensure success and achieve client satisfaction
Prepare client’s initial benchmark analysis and monthly reports, including recommended follow-up actions to progress and optimize performance
Implement new clients into our platform infrastructure
Manage a team of engagement coordinators; oversee the day-to-day activities of their accounts
Proactively seek out new opportunities for account growth
Work collaboratively in a team environment and forge seamless relationships with our content, design and development departments as well as other members of the account team
Be able to learn new software and skills quickly
Intimately understand our technology, solutions and internal processes to increase scalability of solutions to continuously improve efficiencies
Possess strong writing abilities and exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Maintain a positive attitude and, ideally, a sharp wit and clever sense of humor in high-pressure situations
Have a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field
Have a minimum of 3+ years of solid marketing and account management experience
Provide a writing sample and/or participate in a writing assessment
Travel to client locations as required
Automotive or retail experience is desired though not required
We offer:
Competitive salary based upon experience
Paid personal days and company holidays
401k Retirement Savings Plan and medical, dental and vision benefits
Our casual work environment
Our office space across the street from the University of Chapel Hill and walking distance to the stores and restaurants on Franklin Street
Our well stocked kitchen filled with snacks and caffeinated beverages
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Interactive Marketing Interns
Paid positions and internships for course credit will both be considered.
Job description:
Seeking university students and recent graduates majoring in journalism and/or marketing or similar areas of study to work as interactive marketing interns.
Responsibilities may include: content editing; content creation (press releases, blog posts, articles, copy); supervised social media account management; supervised account management for newsletter clients.
Strong performers have the opportunity for assuming additional responsibilities, advancement within the organization and a permanent, post-graduate position.
Qualifications and Skills:
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate in a professional manner with clients is essential.
Strong writing and editing abilities are prerequisites for employment. Understanding of SEO and keywords related to content writing is a plus.
Knowledgeable about social media, social media communities, sites and applications, especially Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Understanding of business marketing applications of social media.
Ability to manage time and balance multiple tasks and projects.
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, positive attitude and willingness to learn are qualities the successful applicant must possess.
Sense of humor and the ability to remain unruffled under pressure are a plus.
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Sr. Creative Designers and Art Directors
Job description:
We need Senior Creative Designers and Art Directors to support our fast paced creative development.
You will be responsible for conceptualizing and creating outstanding creative designs for online media, essentially for automotive domain.
Qualifications and Skills:
Over 6 years experience in delivering designs for online / digital media.
Manage Projects and Teams.
Well-versed in Designing websites, Campaigns, Newsletters, web applications, multimedia and print designs, Converting layouts to HTML formats.
Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite Products, Photoshop, Flash, Illustrator, Dream Weaver, HTML, CSS, typography, browser capability standards.
Must have the ability to conceptualize, design and develop web designs, including production aspects of the web development.
Multimedia Design Skills: proficient in Flash, with basic action scripting skills.
Must have the ability to design Print Designs / vector graphics.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Graphic Design / Fine Arts or related field.
Prior experience in creating HTML eMails, newsletters, and web site designs, carry advantage.
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Senior Web Application Developer
(Silverlight)
Job description:
As a key member of the development team, you will be a Software Developer that will utilize your experience in client-side and graphics programming in Silverlight/ C# in developing a next generation web interface. Responsibilities will include the development of software and infrastructure, design, enhancements and implementation of various components in the system.
Position Requirements:
Design, build, install, and maintain custom, in-house software applications.
Follow development standards and work within an organized design plan.
Coordinating with Art Director to implement designs based on mockups.
Assist in incorporating new technologies.
Incorporate automated testing/deployment procedures in development activities.
Living in the Durham/Chapel-Hill/Raleigh area.
Must be willing to work full-time and on premise.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent technical experience.
4-8 Years Paid Experience developing web applications (Preferably mostly using .NET technologies).
1-2 Years of Silverlight Development Experience.
2-3 Years C#/ASP.NET.
Experience using/managing SQL Server and Windows Server.
Experience using web services (REST/SOAP/XML-RPC).
Proficiency with source control (Team Foundation, Visual Source Safe, Mercurial, etc).
Desired but not required:
Windows/SQL Server Experience.
Proficient in HTML/JS/CSS.
2+ Flex/Flash Experience.
SEO experience.
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Intermediate Web Developer
(C#/ASP.NET)
Job description:
Extending a desktop and web client using C# and ASP.NET.
Automating Testing/Deployment.
Creating New Content Types and Reusable components for our CMS.
Unifying separate existing applications into one perceived application. (Single login, Single Domain, etc)
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent technical experience.
3-4 Years Paid Experience developing web applications. (Preferably mostly using .NET technologies)
2-3 Years C#/ASP.NET.
Experience using/managing SQL Server and Windows Server.
Experience using web services. (REST/SOAP/XML-RPC)
Proficiency with mercurial. (Mercurial, Team Foundation, etc.
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Web-Developer
(HTML/Javascript/CSS)
Job description:
Coordinating with Art Director to implement designs based on mockups.
Creating reusable widgets/components to extend our CMS.
Help with the User Experience design.
Building templates for Website/Newsletters.
Doing cross browser testing.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent technical experience.
2+ Years Paid Experience developing web applications. (Specifically using Javascript/HTML/CSS)
Experience with using jQuery to build interfaces.
Good knowledge of Cross Browser Rendering issues related to CSS implementation inconsistencies in each Browser.
Proficiency with Mercurial. (Mercurial, Team Foundation, etc.)
SEO experience.
Desired but not required:
Experience with other javascript libraries. (YUI, ExtJS, Dojo, Mootools, etc.)
2+ Years Flash Experience.
Experience using/managing SQL Server and Windows Server.
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Senior Web Application Developer
(HTML/Javascript/CSS)
Job description:
Building complex single page web applications. (Like GMail, Google Maps, etc.)
Coordinating with Art Director to implement designs based on mockups.
Building regular webpages augmented with elegant Javascript functionality.
Help with the User Experience design.
Building templates for Website/Newsletters.
Doing cross browser testing.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent technical experience.
4+ Years Paid Experience developing web applications. (Especially using Javascript. And of course HTML/CSS)
Experience using Javascript UI libraries such as YUI3, Ext-JS, Dojo, GWT, etc.
Experience with using jQuery to build interfaces.
Good knowledge of Cross Browser Rendering issues related to CSS implementation inconsistencies in each Browser.
Proficiency with version control systems. (Mercurial, Team Foundation, etc.)
SEO experience.
Desired but not required:
2+ Years Flash Experience.
Experience using/managing SQL Server and Windows Server.
Windows/SQL Server Experience.
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