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Web Developer/Programmer
A new growth growth opportunity with the expansion of Forward. We have an immediate opening for a Web Developer/Programmer working with a team of designers, writers and account service professionals to build web sites and content, email campaigns, mobile sites, iPhone/iPad/Android/BalckBerry apps and more. Must have proven experience and skills in programming and maintaining websites, web apps and web servers.

Requirements/Responsibilities:

  • Programming with scripting languages (PHP, ASP.NET, XSL, HTML, CSS, DHTML, AJAX, XML)
  • Supported by self-written scripts/programs in languages such as Perl, Python, Java, C#, VB.NET, VBS, SH
  • Leverage technologies/concepts such as White-Hat SEO, SEM, CMS (Joolma, Wordpress, Drupal, etc)
  • E-Commerce/Shopping Carts (osCommerce, ProductCart, etc)
  • Web video (Flash-based), Software APIs, RSS, Blogs, Podcasts, Web 2.0, Online communities
  • Research and develop optimal client solutions
  • Design and build information architectures
  • Design and build user interface
  • Project management
  • MySQL database layout and architecture
  • Design, video editing, DVD production, CG Animation skills a plus
  • User-site flow dynamics (function & design) to increase conversions

Critical Core Competencies:

  • Navigation and usability optimization
  • Customer service mindset
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to detail
  • Technical skill, appetite to learn and enthusiasm
  • Initiative and Problem Solving
  • Organization
  • Written and verbal communication

We are looking for candidates located in Rochester, NY only. No companies, overseas companies or freelancers seeking to work remotely should apply. If you have what it takes to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence, contact us at hr@forwardbranding.com.

Web Project Manager
Forward is expanding and has an immediate opening for a Web Project Manager. You will work with a small team of designers, writers and account service professionals to build web sites and content, email campaigns, mobile sites, iPhone/iPad/Android/BlackBerry apps and more. Must have experience in technical project management, content management systems, as well as developing and maintaining websites, web apps and web servers.

Requirements/Responsibilities:

  • Project management
  • Coordinate and manage web project resources, including partners
  • User requirements analysis
  • Develop project technical specifications
  • Develop site-specific information architecture
  • Develop site wireframes
  • Develop client search strategies and recommendations
  • Develop client site reports using web analytics & analysis
  • Develop recommendations for site changes using web analytics & analysis
  • Keyword analysis and recommendations
  • Experience in online consumer media, including Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, with success in online traffic acquisition marketing
  • Experience in user-site flow dynamics (function & design) to increase conversions
  • Working knowledge and experience with: web analytics & analysis, product development, A/B usability testing, e-commerce, Web 2.0, Social Networking, SMS/Mobile Web, HTML, CSS, SEO and SEM

Critical Core Competencies:

  • Enhance user experience, usability and accessibility
  • Online traffic acquisition marketing using consumer media like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
  • Proven success in optimizing organic & paid campaigns (PPC/ PPM) across multiple online channels
  • A/B usability testing
  • E-commerce, web 2.0, social networking, SMS/mobile web, HTML, CSS, SEO and SEM
  • Optimizing organic & paid campaigns (PPC/ PPM) across multiple online channels
  • Customer service mindset
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to detail
  • Technical skill, appetite to learn and enthusiasm
  • Initiative and problem solving
  • Organization
  • Written and verbal communication

We are looking for candidates located in Rochester, NY only. No companies, overseas companies or freelancers seeking to work remotely should apply. If you have what it takes to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence, contact us at hr@forwardbranding.com.

Account Executive
Rare opportunity to join Forward, one of the region’s top strategic design firms. We are looking for an Account Executive to manage creative projects and drive continued growth. While appreciated, agency experience is not necessary – we value the unique gifts that a fresh perspective can bring. Positive energy, a powerful work ethic, and a passion for excellence are mandatory. If you think you have what it takes to contribute to a team dedicated to greatness, contact us at hr@forwardbranding.com.

Marketing Professional
Unique opportunity to join Forward, the area’s foremost branding & identity firm. We are looking for a seasoned marketing professional who understands the nuances of PR, interactive design, and social networking. You aren’t afraid to bring your knowledge and skills to bear on a wide range of challenges, but you believe that the very best answers come from collaboration with a team of like-minded experts. Send resume and samples in PDF form to hr@forwardbranding.com

Designer
Exclusive opportunity to join Forward, the area’s foremost branding & identity firm. We are looking for someone special, who shares our passion for winning, honest work, and Forward Thinking. You’re a crack designer ready for new challenges, or young, talented, and confident. Either way, you can think and design strategically, and believe that the very best answers come from collaboration with a team of like-minded artists. Send resume and samples in PDF form to hr@forwardbranding.com

 

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Forward Branding & Identity
34 May Street
Webster, New York 14580
585 872-9222



 

Branding  Brand Development • Brand Strategy • Naming / Nomenclature • Identity Systems and Guidelines
Packaging  Package Design • Packaging Design Systems • POS • Production / Implementation
Communications  Business • Consumer • Web • Interactive

From our Rochester, New York office we service Syracuse, Buffalo and New York City, as well as US national and international markets.