Getting Hired: The DigitalGrit Job Blog

My Cubicle

File this under "things that will never happen at DG"... but it's still really funny!

Download My_Cubicle_0001.wmv .

Not that we don't have cubes here -- there are a few, but we don't subscribe to that whole prairie dog thing.

DigitalGrit: A View from the Loft

Just a quick note to illustrate something from yesteday's post. I'm pretty sure I mentioned our "cool loft spaces" -- not just idle chatter. Here's a pretty good shot of our main space. You so wish you work here. (Have I mentioned that we get free coffee, too?)

DigitalGrit: Life on Main Street

Part of what makes DG so cool is our office space. We don't just have a 20,000 square feet of cubes -- no sir, we shy away from the prarie dog lifestyle.

Instead, we have a campus-type setting occupying several spaces along Main Street in good ol' Boonton, NJ. (Yes, we're well aware that "Boonton" sounds suspiciously like "Boondocks", but we assure you -- this is a pretty darned cool place to be.)

What's cool about it? For one thing, instead of just taking an elevator to meet your co-workers, we actually have to hit scenic Main Street to get from one funky loft area to another. So you can grab a coffee and a paper at the cafe between meetings (time permitting, of  course) and you're forced to get some fresh air from time to time.

Of course, this also means that you may have to take your coat or an umbrella to get to a meeting in another department...but it also means you can leave your car parked all day and still have a choice of Thai, Mexican, Italian or Chinese for lunch.

New Job Opening: Assistant Account Manager

Assistant Account Manager

Come work for the best mid-sized and #3 fastest growing technology company in NJ (just voted by NJBiz & Deloitte). DigitalGrit, a leading full-service interactive marketing company serving Fortune 500 clients, is looking for a highly motivated and online marketing assistant account manager (AAM).

DigitalGrit offers a full suite of interactive marketing services which include Search Engine Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing and other Interactive Marketing and Web Development Services.

In this continually evolving Assistant Account Manager position your role would be to assist with the implementation, execution and management of online marketing programs for DigitalGrit's clients. More specifically, AAMs are responsible for conducting many of the day-to-day tasks required to keep our programs running optimally. AAMs will also be cross-trained on critical and time-sensitive project tasks to take over for the Account Manager when they are out of the office.

Assistant Account Managers will work with Account Managers on daily program tasks and on departmental and organizational tasks, as needed and assigned.

This is an ideal job for a recent college graduate with a degree in marketing. The goal of an AAM is to gain a thorough understanding of online advertising, search engine marketing, working with clients and DigitalGrit procedures. Armed with the knowledge and experience that the position provides, AAMs will be well-positioned to become Account Managers based on the needs of the business and the AAM's desire to take on that role.

Account-Specific Duties:

* Create, run macros and quality assurance (QA) test weekly report
* Create, run macros, add channels, add keywords, troubleshoot and QA test monthly reports
* Update and monitor weekly budgets
* Assist with monitoring program against goals, as directed by Account Manager
* Assist in creating insertion orders, keyword analysis and creative development, as directed by the Account Manager
* Serve as a backup for the client to contact when the Account Manager is not available and/or the client requires immediate assistance
* Create ad hoc reports as needed
* Perform all stages of QA testing

Key Skills for Assistant Account Managers:

* Extreme attention to detail
* Follow-through on assigned tasks
* Adept in time management
* Ability to "figure it out" but know when to ask someone
* Independent and self-directed
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Strong desire to learn and add value to DigitalGrit
* Ability to confront problems with a solution-oriented approach

DigitalGrit provides a work environment that fosters and rewards innovation, creativity, and leadership. If you are looking or an opportunity to become a major player within a great company, then consider applying to DigitalGrit. A competitive base salary, Fortune 500-level benefits package, and a dynamic, fast-growing work environment await the right candidate. Visit us at www.digitalgrit.com.

New Job Opening: Designer - Interactive

Creative Designer - Interactive 

Just voted by NJBiz one of the top 25 companies of our size to work for in NJ. DigitalGrit, an interactive marketing and technology services company in northern New Jersey is looking for a creative designer to deliver advanced creative capabilities to its Fortune 1000 clients. This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment with smart, innovative professionals.

You'll make the short list if you're a seasoned design pro with a portfolio full of impressive online marketing and advertising projects -- including Web design, online advertising, Flash animation, email marketing ... and more. You'll get the job if you can demonstrate your design innovation and your ability to inspire and derive great work from others.

Required Skills & Experience
- Outstanding conceptual and strategic thinking 
- Proven design innovation
- Able to execute on design projects for B2B and B2C companies - from concept through to production 
- Fluent in design and development optimization techniques to deliver the best user experience in the most technically efficient way 
- Fully abreast of current usability standards and best user experience practices online 


Design & Technical Capabilities
Must be thoroughly proficient in:
- Adobe Suite -- including Photoshop, Illustrator, Image Ready, InDesign 
- Macromedia -- Fireworks, Flash / Action Scripting, Dreamweaver 
- HTML 
- PowerPoint 
- IBM & Mac environments

If you are looking or an opportunity to become a major player within a great company, then consider applying to DigitalGrit. We are accepting candidates from both the NJ and NY area (must have a car). To learn more about DigitalGrit, visit us online at digitalgrit.com.

New Job Opening: Sr. Sales Business Development Professional

Sr. Sales Business Development Professional

Come work for the BEST mid-sized and FASTEST growing technology company in NJ (just voted by NJBiz & Deloitte). DigitalGrit Inc., a leading full-service interactive marketing company is looking for highly motivated and talented Senior Sales Associates which will be calling on Fortune 1000 companies to generate sales. A dynamic, fast-growing work environment await the right candidate. Offices in NY and NJ (must have a car). No doubt, you will not be disappointed by the positive energy, teamwork and enthusiasm prevailing in this workplace.

DigitalGrit's full suite of interactive marketing services include, Search Engine Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing and other Interactive Marketing and Web Development Services.

Qualified Candidates must  have:
*Sales Experience (5+ years)
*Industry experience (2-4 years): Search Engine Marketing, online advertising, Email marketing and other interactive marketing and web development services (This is a must)
*Exceptional track record of sales success
* Experience calling on fortune 1000 companies

We offer a fortune 500-level benefits package and a competitive base salary plus commissions. This position offers tremendous career growth opportunities and the ability to be a key player on our senior-level business development/sales team. Visit us online to learn more www.digitalgrit.com.

New Job Opening: Project Manager

Project Manager
Come work for the Best mid-sized and #3 fastest growing technology company in NJ (just voted by NJBiz & Deloitte).  DigitalGrit Inc. offers a full suite of interactive marketing services which include Search Engine Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing and other Interactive Marketing and Web Development Services. No doubt, you will not be disappointed by the positive energy, teamwork and enthusiasm prevailing in this workplace.

DigitalGrit Project Managers are responsible for the delivery of projects that support client objectives and expectations. PM?s consult with clients and create project plans so that client objectives and delivery dates are met.

PMs have responsibility to:
* Work with client to gather, formulate and communicate system requirements based on client's business needs
* Define and develop business and system specifications and requirement documents
* Facilitate walkthroughs of requirements and/or design documents with customers and project team members
* Work with marketing, graphics and usability specialists to specify Web page designs
* Coordinate team member activities so that their deliverables are seamlessly integrated and delivered on a timely basis
* Have day-to-day contacts and close working relationships with clients and internal sales and account managers
* Provide current and accurate project information to assist with resource planning and revenue management
* Work with technical staff to research data interfaces, specify object models and page variability
* Support integration, system and acceptance testing processes

Qualifications:
The candidate will possess a well-documented relationship management background. Must have 5-7 years technical knowledge of web development, ability to manage teams with diverse skill sets and excellent communication skills to interface with clients. Plus: Experience in Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Employee Self-Service (ESS), Enterprise portal applications, Electronic Customer Relationship Management (E-CRM).

DigitalGrit provides a work environment that fosters and rewards innovation, creativity, and leadership. If you are looking or an opportunity to become a major player within a great company, then consider applying to DigitalGrit. A competitive base salary, Fortune 500-level benefits package, and a dynamic, fast-growing work environment await the right candidate. Visit us at www.digitalgrit.com.

New Job Opening: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Expert (SR.)

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Expert (SR.)

Come work for the best mid-sized company and #3 fastest growing technology company in NJ. DigitalGrit Inc., a leading full-service interactive marketing company, is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Search Engine Optimization Expert. DigitalGrit provides a work environment that fosters and rewards innovation, creativity, and leadership.

DigitalGrit offers a full suite of interactive marketing services which include Search Engine Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing and other Interactive Marketing and Web Development Services.

Experience needed:
*  Knowledge of the search engine marketing industry
* 2- 5 years of experience with natural search engine listings and search algorithms
* Demonstrated results increasing site rankings and search traffic
* Skill managing Fortune 1000 level client
* Adherence to the highest ethical standards
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Public speaking skills a plus

In this role, SEO experts will have the opportunity to help run one of the most lucrative areas of our business. You will support sales in the presentation and explanation of DigitalGrit's SEO services, deliver SEO services, and enhance our product offering.

If you are looking or an opportunity to become a major player within a great company, then consider applying to DigitalGrit. We are accepting candidates from both the NJ and NY area (must have a car). To learn more about DigitalGrit, visit us online at digitalgrit.com.

New Job Opening: Online Media Planner/Buyer

Online Media Planner/Buyer

DigitalGrit, a leading full-service interactive marketing company serving Fortune 500
clients and BEST company to work for (voted by NJ Biz in 2005), is looking for highly
motivated and experienced Online Media Planner/Buyer.

Responsibilities include:
* Assisting the Media Director in the development of campaign strategy.
* Executing on all aspects of an online advertising program including:
   -Research and analysis of audience targets and site usage patterns
   - Identifying unique and compelling placement opportunities
   -Evaluating placement opportunities and defining a media plan
   -Negotiating media buys in a variety of forms (CPM, CPA, CPC, etc.)
   -Quality assurance testing and trafficking of defined placements
   -Monitoring and optimizing campaigns to maximize return of media budgets
   -Creation of reports and graphs in Excel and PowerPoint
   -Maintaining relationships with a wide variety of online publishers
   -Monitoring trends in the online advertising industry

Qualifications required:
Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 2 years experience (preferably at an
agency) in most of the following:
* Online media buying experience including understanding of CPC, CPA, CPM agreements
* Strong mathematical and negotiation skills
* Familiarity with ad serving software (DART, Atlas, ZEDO, etc.)
* Familiarity with leading industry research tools (@Plan, AdRelevance, etc.)
* Knowledge of the online publishing landscape, including major networks and content categories
* Well versed in Microsoft Excel, Project, and PowerPoint
* The ideal candidate should also have the following characteristics:
   -Excellent project management skills
   -Creativity and a desire to develop new and unique solutions for different programs.
   -Comfort with working independently in a location remote from management supervision
   -Must be able to understand the "big picture," but be willing to execute on the day-to-day details
   -Executive level communication skills
   -Detail-oriented
   -A hard worker willing to do "whatever it takes" to exceed our client's expectations
   -Bachelor's degree required

In this role, the Online Media Planner/Buyer will be working in one of the fastest growing areas of our business.  You will support account teams in the management and presentation of results to clients, assist the Media Director in the development of campaign strategy, and enhance our overall product offering.

DigitalGrit provides a work environment that fosters and rewards innovation, creativity, and leadership.  If you are looking or an opportunity to become a major player within a great company, then consider applying to DigitalGrit. We are accepting candidates from both the NJ and NY area (must have a car and be willing to work out of N. NJ office).

Tremendous career growth opportunities, a competitive salary, Fortune 500-level benefits package (including retirement savings accounts, dental and full medical coverage) await the right candidate. Send your resume to [email protected].

New Job Opening: Online Marketing Account Director

Online Marketing Account Director    
DigitalGrit Inc. is looking for highly motivated and experienced Online Marketing Account Director to service our Fortune 500 clients. In this position you will manage online marketing campaigns for the Best mid-sized and #3 fastest growing technology company in NJ (by NJBiz & Deloitte in 2005).

This fantastic career opportunity to work in a LEADING full-service interactive marketing agency awaits the right candidate. We are a growing and dynamic company and provide a work environment that fosters and rewards innovation, creativity, and leadership.

As a DigitalGrit Account Director you will be responsible for the strategic direction of marketing campaigns and have full ownership over client satisfaction and positive results. Responsibilities include:
* Creating and managing online marketing and search engine marketing programs
for our most sophisticated new and existing clients
* Coaching DigitalGrit Account Managers
* Facilitating and managing client meetings
* Program execution, including:
     o Researching and analyzing keywords relevant to our client's Web site
     o Compiling and analyzing reports on search engine rankings and trends
     o Monitoring of campaigns and media budgets and analysis of campaign ROI

Qualified candidates must have experience in most of the following:
* Online media buying experience including understanding of CPC, CPA, CPM
* Search Engine Marketing and optimization
* interactive marketing experience
* Ability to see the big picture
* Well versed in Microsoft Excel, Project, and PowerPoint

For this role you must have excellent project management skills and executive level communication skills. Additionally, to succeed you should be detail-oriented and a hard worker willing to do "whatever it takes" to exceed our client's expectations.

If you are looking or an opportunity to become a major player within a great company,
then consider applying to DigitalGrit. You will receive a competitive base salary and
Fortune 500-level benefits package .
This position offers tremendous career growth opportunities and the ability to greatly influence the future direction of this service offering for our company. Send your resume to [email protected] or visit us at DigitalGrit.com for more information.