November 24, 2011

Graphic / Multimedia Web Designer - Qatar Tribune - Qatar

A renowned Media, Publishing, Printing & IT Solutions Group in Qatar seeking enthusiastic, dynamic, and dedicated Web Designer interested in establishing a solid career in the growing field of Web Development.

Professional Web Designer with experience in Adobe Creative Suite, CSS & HTML. Should have good creative talent and should be able to work independently under pressure.

Highly motivated, delivery orientated designer able to work independently to meet deadlines with in-depth experience and knowledge of:
- Good experience in Adobe creative suite mainly in Flash, Photoshop & In Design
- HTML, CSS and web standards, should have knowledge on cross browser issues.
- Creation of multimedia ad banners, newsletter in web format etc
- Knowledge of Content Management System is a plus
- Knowledge in SEO, social media network will be an advantage

admin@qatar-tribune.com

November 22, 2011

Online Media Creator - Tagbrands - Lebanon

Tagbrands are seeking an Online Media Creator (Social Media Expert).

Responsibilities
- Develop unique and strategically appropriate online media plans, including exploration of venues that utilize emerging technology to support client objectives
- Evaluate media proposals and provide written POVs
- Compute ROI of online media activity, and make recommendations to optimize client results
- Negotiate, purchase and maintain online media insertions for various accounts, securing competitive rates and appropriate added value
- Track media expenditures to ensure agency and client budget compliance
- Provide concise, timely and accurate reporting, including post-buys, positioning and online tracking reports, etc
- Design, implement and manage online marketing programs focusing on building awareness and customer acquisition.
- Manage our Paid Search campaigns and budgets.
- Understand, optimize and expand our keyword list.
- Manage weekly and monthly reporting and tracking, flagging issues for internal stakeholders and report metrics appropriately.
- Develop and manage metrics and budgets; understand and implement coding schemes for tracking purposes.
- Analyze and report program performance; provide results and recommendations for improvement and new programs.
- Work with Product Marketing, Marketing Communications and Sales to develop and execute highly effective direct response programs to significantly increase inbound lead flow and pipeline generation.
- Effectively manage outside partnerships to maximize ROI on program investment.
- Leverage a "test, measure and refine" approach to constantly improve program results and increase the impact of online marketing on revenue and profitability.
- Propose new marketing program ideas and then secure support from internal and external stakeholders to fund and execute these programs.
- Develop ad copy, landing pages, banner creative and other marketing collateral.
- Create feature specification documents for changes to the website and other online projects.
- Provide support for other areas of marketing as needed.

Skills
- Bachelors Degree in Marketing or a related field
- 3 years' online media planning/buying experience (interactive and mobile a plus)
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Strong quantitative and analytical abilities
- Passion for marketing/communications
- Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple projects to completion under tight deadlines
- Thrives in collaborative environments with lots of cross-disciplinary, cross-functional projects
- Understanding of multi-dimensional marketing programs
- Working knowledge of online tools

hr@tagbrands.com

November 16, 2011

Senior Graphic Designer - ProFed - Lebanon

Description
Creative, organized, motivated, good communication skills, attentive to details, responsible, ability to work and coordinate with team members.
Excellent command of web design and imaging software such as: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Firework and Adobe Flash.
Ability to create superior, creative and original designs for Print and the web.

Requirements
- BA in Graphic Design from a reputable university.
- Strong conceptual skills, and an excellent sense of design, layout and typography.
- Solid understanding of client deliverables, and the ability to take responsibility for them.
- Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and MEET DEADLINES.

creative@profedme.com

November 14, 2011

Graphic Designer - Netways - Lebanon

Technical Knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, and DreamWeaver (After Effect, 3D, and video editing soft)
- Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, Flash Action-Script (JavaScript and PHP a plus)
- Experience in web design: develop the look and feel for sites and is responsible for site navigation design and visual execution
- Experience in Portal design: the candidate should be an information technology professional. He is responsible for designing the graphics and overall layout of the pages of a website. In addition to having a keen understanding of computer science he must also be artistically inclined.
- Advanced knowledge in web standards: browser usability, cross-platform compatibility, SEO techniques, etc.

Role and Qualifications
- BA in graphic design or similar discipline
- Minimum of two years of experience in web design and online marketing at an advertising or interactive agency
- Ability to create superior, original designs for the Web
- Knowledge of Web site structure and functionality.
- Responsible for both the visual appearance and the usability of the web site or portal.
- Strong conceptual skills, including online software concepts and online experience concepts
- Strong design style, including creative design solutions within the constraints of the Internet.
- Understanding of and experience in corporate branding, layout, colour theory and typography in both print and digital media.
- Strong technical knowledge of how web-based technologies apply to web design such as HTML, Flash, CSS, and AJAX.
- Fluency in current graphic design practices and web production software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Flash , , HTML, CSS. Experience with 3D is a plus.
- Has demonstrated successful design and integration, and the delivery of projects on time and within the given budget.
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Solid understanding of client deliverables, and the ability to take responsibility for them.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines is essential for a fast-paced environment

cv@netways.com

November 11, 2011

Senior Graphic Designer - TagBrands - Lebanon

The Senior Graphic Designers occupy a high-level creative position in our company. He/She is expected to be able to take full creative, and production responsibility for any project. He/She will be responsible for the concept, design and production of communication assets and various other branding and marketing-related materials. The qualified candidate should have a hands-on approach and positive, quick problem-solving attitude and must have strong Graphic design experience and an online portfolio.

Requirements
- Strong "concepting" skills are a must
- Outstanding creativity
- Demonstrate an excellent sense of design, layout and typography
- Speedy skills - able to turn jobs around quickly and accurately
- Have excellent interpersonal and communicative skills
- Must be comfortable following direction
- Be able to balance great design with rigid deadlines
- Ability to produce results independently and in a team environment
- Highly organized and able to work with multiple projects
- Ability to handle shifting priorities and deliver multiple projects on time with high-quality results in a fast-paced environment
- Careful attention to detail; ability to work with minimal supervision
- Work closely with Creative and Marketing teams
- Client interaction required
- Ability to help clients define and solve the most complex communications problems
- Strong business understanding and financial skills of relevant work

hr@tagbrands.com

November 9, 2011

Art Director - Netways - Lebanon

Description
We are seeking a creative Art Director specialized in web design and digital marketing. He/she will be responsible to visually represent our client’s identity online through development of high-level concepts for online design projects and creating original graphics, style guides, visual standards , icons for designing online sites and portals.

He/she should be familiar with the variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures to manage the art department and empower the standard parameters needed to meet the highest and best quality in this field.

Responsibilities
- Lead creative sessions for project kick-offs
- Manage multiple projects from concept through completion
- Develop creative programs and design concepts that meet the business objectives of our client and that advance their brand strategy
- Supervise and inspire the creative team; generate multiple concepts for a campaign or project
- Work with internal teams to generate ideas for pitching and proposals
- Manage team members
- Provide quality control over concepts and projects

Educational background
- BA in graphic design or similar discipline
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in web design and online marketing at an advertising or interactive agency

Technical Knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, and DreamWeaver (After Effect, 3D, and video editing soft)
- Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, Flash Action-Script (JavaScript and PHP a plus)
- Experience in web design: develop the look and feel for sites and is responsible for site navigation design and visual execution
- Experience in Portal design: the candidate should be an information technology professional. He is responsible for designing the graphics and overall layout of the pages of a website. In addition to having a keen understanding of computer science he must also be artistically inclined.
- Advanced knowledge in web standards: browser usability, cross-platform compatibility, SEO techniques, etc.

Skills
- 3-5 years experience working with large-scale web sites, e-marketing, and advertising
- Must possess a thorough understanding of interactive communications and delivery systems, processes, and user interface design as well as industry best practices
- Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography & limitations of the web and have the ability to storyboard or translate ideas to designers and develop innovative motion graphics solutions
- Knowledge of experience design, brand development, interactive commerce and creative process
- Knowledge of Web site structure and functionality.
- Ability to create superior, original designs for the Web
- Responsible for both the visual appearance and the usability of the web site or portal.
- Strong conceptual skills, including online software concepts and online experience concepts
- Strong design style, including creative design solutions within the constraints of the Internet.
- Understanding of and experience in corporate branding, layout, color theory and typography in both print and digital media.
- Strong technical knowledge of how web-based technologies apply to web design such as HTML, Flash, CSS, and AJAX.
- Fluency in current graphic design practices and web production software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Flash , , HTML, CSS. Experience with 3D is a plus.
- Has demonstrated successful design and integration, and the delivery of projects on time and within the given budget.
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Solid understanding of client deliverables, and the ability to take responsibility for them.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines is essential for a fast-paced environment
- Print and web design capabilities: must know how to work in both media for integrated campaigns
- Ability to lead projects from concept to completion. Apply best practices in user interface and interactive design, including image optimization and site mapping
- Ability to make evaluative judgments
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
- Passion, Integrity, and Energy!

cv@netways.com

November 7, 2011

Junior Graphic Designer - TagBrands - Lebanon

The Junior Graphic Designer must have the ability to interpret core project objectives/requirements and develop creative concepts. Produce solutions to provide high quality design materials for publishing, web and multimedia products.

Responsibilities
- Responsible for assisting in conceptualizing, designing and the completion of collateral material for corporate projects including company brochures, and any other collateral or advertising material, as assigned.
- Responsible for assisting in conceptualizing, designing and the completion of collateral material for specials, as assigned.
- In addition to creative responsibilities, the designer will be the primary manager of graphic vendors, such as printers, photographers.
- This position also requires administrative duties, such as archiving print material, handling logo requests, developing and maintaining filing system, etc
- Responsible for the concept, design and delivery of a wide range of graphic design solutions
- Develop creative concepts through discussions and planning sessions with team members.​
- Identify new trends in design and form for delivery of materials.​
- Elevate the creative thinking across the organization

Knowledge /​Experience
- Demonstrating creativity and generating new and original ideas
- Expertise in graphical design programs such as InDesign, Quark Xpress, FreeHand, Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D Studio, Acrobat, Director, Dreamweaver or Flash
- Strong English and Arabic spoken and written skills. French is a plus.
- Working knowledge of computer programs to accomplish work (Microsoft Office & powerpoint)
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Hands on, professional style
- Self organized: organizing one’s own work efficiently by planning objectives and scheduling time and activities, dedicating available time and energy availed to main issues and critical problems
- Behavioral flexibility: modifying one’s behavior to reach a predetermined goal when problems or opportunities arise
- Stress tolerant: perform effectively under time pressure and in the face of disappointment, adversity and opposition
- Energetic: maintaining a high level of energy, extremely active for prolonged periods of time when the job requires this.​ Working hard, possessing staying power

hr@tagbrands.com