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Remember "The Pitch" Episode Featuring Bozell is on this Sunday Night

Bozell is going up again MUSE Communications out of Los Angeles for a project for JDRF. The episode airs Sunday, May 27th at 9:00 PM Central time right after Mad Men. So just block off three hours Sunday night starting with Game of Thrones and end with The Pitch. Click here to meet the Bozell team.

Now Hiring: Swanson Russell - Public Relations Counsel (Lincoln)

Swanson Russell is looking for a Public Relations Professional in our Lincoln office who can shine on our PR team.  We are an $90 million dollar agency with national accounts you’ve heard of in turf and lawn products, outdoor recreation, ag and healthcare.

We are looking for a PR star with the talent and passion to provide counsel to clients on strategic public relations issues and plans, execute these plans and connect with the media and communicate through appropriate channels, including social media.  You will need to be organized, have energy and enthusiasm to burn, and a make-it-happen mindset.  You will also need relationship-building skills to work with fellow account team members as well as clients and target audiences.

A four-year degree in journalism, public relations or a related field gets you in the door.  A minimum of five years experience is preferred; an additional 4 years experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. 

For confidential consideration, send us a resume, 3 – 5 non-returnable writing samples and salary requirements to Swanson Russell, HR Dept., 1222 P Street, Lincoln, NE 68508 or hr@swansonrussell.com.

 

Now Hiring: Swanson Russell - Public Relations/Consumer Media Relations Professional (Lincoln)

Swanson Russell is looking for a Public Relations Professional in our Lincoln office who has extensive experience with national consumer media relations and outreach.  We are a $90 million dollar agency with national accounts you’ve heard of in various industries.

We are looking for a consumer media relations specialist with the talent and passion to connect with national media, pitch effectively and get results.  You will need to be organized, have energy and enthusiasm to burn, and a make-it-happen mindset. You will also need relationship-building skills to work with fellow account team members as well as clients and target audiences.

At least three years of national consumer media relations and outreach experience gets you in the door.  A four-year degree in journalism, public relations or a related field is required.  Additional experience with outreach and pitching to national business media is preferred.  Must be able to show results, e.g. clips from successful pitches.   

For confidential consideration, send us a resume, 3 – 5 non-returnable results samples and salary requirements to Swanson Russell, HR Dept., 1222 P Street, Lincoln, NE 68508 or hr@swansonrussell.com.

Series 2 of Card to Art

Bennett Holzworth just released Series 2 of Card to Art. There are some pretty heavy hitters in the design world, like Debbie Millman, Von Glitschka, Robynne Raye and Bryony Gomez-Palacio designed cards in this series.

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Now Hiring: University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Web Design Coordinator

Description of work
The Web Design Coordinator creates web graphics, animation, and assists in web functionality. This position will help conceptualize, design, develop and execute innovative digital design and other interactive, web-based media for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Assist in creating a richer user experience by designing and developing web graphics and other forms of digital media to support the Office of Undergraduate Admissions recruitment efforts. Work closely with the marketing & web teams to facilitate and implement creative designs. The position will report to the Senior Assistant Director of Digital Marketing. 

Qualifications
Associate's degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, Art or related field plus one year experience in web design required; equivalent education/experience considered. Extensive proficiency in digital design using Photoshop and Illustrator necessary. Must have fundamental understanding of HTML for use in email marketing and web development. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills essential. Effective listening and communication skills required. Ability to function effectively as part of a team and work independently, taking initiative necessary. Must have demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in the accomplishment of work goals.  

More information and to apply visit: https://employment.unl.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=263940 

Now Hiring: Bozell - Web Developer

We’re looking for someone to take on the role as Web Developer. If you consider yourself to be a Web developer, then that’s a good start. But what we’re really looking for is someone who can help us do more than just build websites. We craft Web-based software solutions, so our ideal candidate is not only talented and experienced, but also enjoys thinking outside the box. Plus, he or she should want to work in a fun, relaxed environment, because we believe that’s where great ideas happen. So if you fit the previous qualifications, as well as the following, you just might be the person we need. 

Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of custom web applications and marketing solutions
• Programming of systems in ASP.NET or PHP for integration with front-end interfaces built using, X/HTML, CSS and JavaScript libraries such as jQueryDevelopment and maintenance of client web properties and their supporting systems
• Conversion of web design files (Photoshop/Illustrator) into working experiences
• Setup and development of Content Management Systems like WordPress, Joomla! and Drupal
• Development in Objective-C for iOS devices
• Executing standards-based email marketing campaigns
• Implementing Search Engine Optimization plans

Minimum Skills & Qualifications
The qualified candidate will demonstrate experience in the following areas:

• At least three years of fulltime development experience
• Thorough knowledge of using X/HTML and CSS for standard’s compliant web development
• JavaScript and using libraries like jQuery to provide rich client side experiences
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and/or MySQL preferred
• Experience with PHP and/or C#/ASP.Net preferred
• Experience with Apache and/or IIS preferred
• Experience with common development tools and environments like Microsoft Visual Studio or Dreamweaver
• Familiarity with basic Search Engine Optimization principles 

Process
Please submit resume and URLs of your web development work. Applicants without accessible URLs of demonstrable web development will not be considered.
 
We maintain a high-energy environment for people who are very passionate about what they do. We provide plenty of challenge and hard work, but in a casual and fun environment. We want people to have a positive attitude about their work and participate in something where their input is respected and appreciated.
 
If this sounds like the position for you, send us your resume and URLs, along with a brief message about yourself, your background, your career objectives and how you think you could help our company. We will contact you with more information.

Contact Robin Donovan
402.965.4344
hr@bozell.com
402.965.4399 (fax)

Pickering Creative Group Launches New Lied Center Website

Pickering Creative Group has launched the Lied Center for Performing Arts new responsive design website,www.LiedCenter.org. Developed in Drupal, the new design reflects the quality, versatility, and class of Nebraska’s home for the arts. Also featured, is an interactive map for points-of-interest in the downtown Lincoln and Historic Haymarket areas, which surround the center. VISIT SITE

 

SKAR Wins Best of Show at 2012 AMA Pinnacles

SKAR Advertising won Best of Show in the 2012 Omaha American Marketing Association Pinnacle Awards. The Best of Show award was given to SKAR for it's "Trust the Taste" campaign for longtime client, Sue Bee Honey.

SKAR also won four other Pinnacles awards for the Nebraska Lottery, Ted E. Bear Hollow, Sue Bee Honey and a self promotional piece for the agency itself. The Omaha AMA Pinnacle Awards are a yearly marketing competition judged on creativity and sales results.

Bozell Wins Multiple Advertising Industry Awards

The agency has received multiple international, regional and local industry awards for its creative, advertising and interactive campaigns. Bozell was awarded the distinction of “Official Honoree” by the Webby Awards, the leading international award honoring excellence on the Internet, for its Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and Right at Home website redesign and development. This prestigious distinction is awarded to the top 15 percent of all work entered and exhibits remarkable achievement.

Bozell also received two Bronze Telly Awards for its First National Bank “Heartbeat” TV spot and the larger “Born and Raised” TV campaign. Telly is the premier international award honoring the finest film and video productions, groundbreaking web commercials, videos and films, and outstanding local, regional and cable TV commercials and programs.

At the district level, Bozell was awarded Silver ADDY Awards for its First National Bank “Heartbeat” TV spot and VP Buildings poster campaign. Sponsored by the American Advertising Federation (AAF), the ADDY Awards are the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition, recognizing creative excellence and the very best advertising worldwide.

Bozell also received 13 awards from the American Marketing Association Omaha Chapter (Omaha AMA). Pinnacle Awards were presented to Bozell for the best work in a particular category on behalf of First National Bank, Right at Home, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Borsheims, College World Series of Omaha, Inc., Westlake Ace Hardware, VP Buildings, Nationwide Learning, Heartland Automotive, Market to Market and Dan Wilson.

 

Now Hiring: Swanson Russell - Account Manger (Omaha)

Swanson Russell, a full-service marketing communications and advertising agency, seeks an Account Manager for our Omaha office.  This position will work with our agriculture industry clients. 

The Account Manager is responsible for building and fostering on-going client relations, development and implementation of marketing communication plans, and project management of assigned accounts.  The successful candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be a strong analytical and strategic thinker, manage the details and be capable of juggling multi-projects.  Three to five years' marketing experience and a four-year degree in marketing, advertising, communications or business is required.  Agency experience is a plus.  Experience in the agriculture industry strongly preferred but not required. 

Qualified candidates, please submit resume and salary requirements to Swanson Russell – HR Department, 1222 'P' Street, Lincoln, NE 68508 or hr@swansonrussell.com.