Design. Develop. Execute (with passion).

Noble Studios is an internationally recognized tech agency specializing in the strategy and execution of cross-channel development for Brand, Application, Mobile, Web, 3D, SEO/SEM, and Social Media. We are currently accepting resumes for the following positions: Senior Web Developer, Senior Strategist and Project (Account) Manager.

Benefits: 100% company paid medical, dental and life insurance package for full-time employees. Also, all full-time employees receive three weeks paid vacation, 1 week sick and 8 individual employee elected holidays each year. 

JOB DESCRIPTION: Senior Web Developer

Position Summary: 

A Senior Web Developer is responsible for providing strategic code and technology direction for a variety of accounts and platforms including Web, Mobile, and Tablets. He/she will work with a cross-functional team to align development direction with the client’s needs and business objectives in mind. He/she will provide insights on best practices, development timing, alternative solutions, etc to the client and project team. The Senior Web Developer will have significant client-facing interaction and the position requires a low degree of travel.

Core Duties / Responsibilities:

• Serve as a key member of the management team that assists in setting the company’s strategic direction for Web, Mobile and Tablet development solutions.
• Implement Web, Mobile and Tablet development initiatives and code libraries that are consistent with the company’s overall strategy.
• Work directly with a project manager and the business development team on web resources and strategy both pre- and post- project start.
• Self manage and/or a team on complex development projects and work with project manager as needed.
• Act as manager for the development team setting expectations and accountability and providing strategy and implementation guidance as needed.
• Provide ongoing updates to project team of industry trends, issues, site features and best practices.
• Support client presentations and business development efforts with strategic thinking, research and analysis.
• Plan and integrate development standards for the development team to follow for a more efficient and productive process.
• Work with executive team on intellectual property projects.

Required Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• 6+ years experience in Web, Mobile and Tablet development, managing a team of developers and working closely with a creative team.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or similar required, MSCS is a plus.
• Demonstrated success in executing Web and Mobile development strategies and extensive understanding of digital technologies / tactics as they apply to interactive marketing.
• Expert knowledge and demonstrated success in writing in the following languages. Required: HTML, PHP, JavaScript (JQuery), CSS, SQL Preferred: AS3, IOS Objective C, Java, AS2, ASP
• Ability to self-manage and complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills as team leader and team player.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills. Ability to prepare well-structured, clear concise client-ready deliverables.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Expression Engine, social media technologies and analytics.
• We place importance on qualities such as: intellectual curiosity, ability to be both strategic and tactical, a passion for solving complex problems, strong analytical skills and innovative thinking.

To apply, send your resume to newcareer@noblestudios.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Senior Strategist

Position Summary: 

The Senior Strategist is responsible for providing strategic direction across a variety of accounts including customer insights, competitive analysis, industry analysis and business strategy. He/she will work with a cross-functional team to align creative direction with the client’s needs and strategic business objectives. He/she will provide insights on best practices, benchmarks, key metrics, etc. to the client and project team to inform site development and interactive strategies. The Senior Strategist will have significant client-facing interaction and the position requires a moderate degree of travel. 

Core Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic studies and provide analytical solutions to support key site development initiatives (competitive analysis, audience analysis, prioritization exercises, business case support)
• Create strategic roadmaps, identify key information needs and dependencies and prioritize workflow
• Define site architecture and navigation that serves as blueprint of the site upon which all other aspects are built
• Prepare analysis and tracking of marketplace, technology and consumer behavior trends both within vertical and across multiple industries
• Possess an understanding of web analytics and work with metrics strategist to interpret data, develop key insights and assess the impact of recommendations on site performance and client business objectives
• Define user research strategies and lead user research execution and analysis
• Provide ongoing updates to project team of industry trends, issues, site features and best practices
• Apply knowledge of the web to develop online and integrated strategic marketing plans
• Support client presentations and business development efforts with strategic thinking, research and analysis
• Plan and integrate social media into social media into interactive campaigns.

Required Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• 6-8 years experience in online interactive strategy and working with user experience teams and website development processes
• Bachelors degree required, MBA preferred
• Demonstrated success in executing web strategies and practical understanding of digital technologies and tactics as they apply to interactive marketing
• Experience integrating social media into interactive campaigns. Notably programs that had measureable results around the most popular social media platforms including (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn)
• Strong understanding of user research, user-centered design principles, online consumer behavior and user experience
• Familiarity with online branding, marketing and cross-channel strategies
• Ability to self-manage and complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills as team leader and team player
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills. Ability to prepare well-structured, clear and concise client-ready deliverables.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Noble places importance on qualities such as: intellectual curiosity, ability to be both strategic and tactical, a passion for solving complex problems, strong analytical skills and innovative thinking.
• Google Adwords Certified is not required but preferred.

To apply, send your resume to newcareer@noblestudios.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Project (Account) Manager

Position Summary:

The role of the Project Manager is to scope, plan, supervise execution, and complete development projects within deadlines and budget. This includes supervising account management efforts within a fast-paced and energetic company.  This management position will help identify appropriate technical resources and coordinate the efforts of team members, in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also help define the objectives for client projects and oversee quality control from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Directs and supervises all project management efforts within the company
• Identifies business development and up-sale opportunities with new and existing clients
• Provides strategic recommendations to clients for effective marketing and web based solutions
• Identifies resources needed, establishes project plans and assigns individual tasks
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
• Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to clients
• Effectively communicates project expectations to team members and customers in a timely and clear fashion
• Sets and continually manages project milestones with team members and clients
• Provides exceptional customer service that reinforces the company’s client focused philosophy
• Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis
• Analyzes final project profitability, revenue, margins, billing rates and staff utilization
• Develops and delivers status reports, proposals, technical requirements and presentations as needed
• Provides coaching, mentoring, motivation and supervision to project team members to instill pride and accountability for their work.
• Conducts project debriefs and implements best practices and improved processes for increasing productivity within the company
• Developing client relationships and referrals

Relationships and Roles:

Internal / External Cooperation

• Maintain contact with all clients to ensure high levels of client satisfaction
• Demonstrate ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees
• Build trust, value others, communicate effectively, drive execution, foster innovation, focus on the customer, collaborate with others, solve problems creatively and demonstrate high integrity
• Maintain professional internal and external relationships that meet company core values
• Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments

Job Specifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in project/account management within the technology /web industry including all aspects of process development and execution
• Familiar with programming languages, including HTML, PHP,….. etc
• Solid working knowledge of current Internet technologies, including social media platforms
• Technically competent with various software programs, including Microsoft Office, Basecamp, etc
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other team members
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new/emerging technologies including social media
• Understanding how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully
• Extensive experience in all aspects of Client Relationship Management 
• Willingness to travel on occasion to client meetings

To apply, send your resume to newcareer@noblestudios.com.