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Jade Tango Comment by Jade Tango on April 1, 2009 at 11:50am
Hi All,

I'm looking for someone to develop user interface code, logic and functionality as per prescribed specifications (eg business requirements, use cases, wireframes, UI designs, prototypes, Server Side API).

You will also need to produce maintainable, efficient, reusable, tested and documented UI code (JavaScript,HTML, CSS) that adheres to the UI team and project coding standards. You will need communicate effectively with business analysis team to ensure understanding of technical/UI requirements and communicate effectively with UI/Interaction designer to clearly establish UI functional, design.

Essential Skills
* JavaScript: Expert understanding; OOP principals; Ajax; Considerable experience with one or more major JS frame works within the context of Web application development; Experience with the Prototype JS framework preferable.
* HTML/CSS :Expert knowledge of both HTML and CSS for content and presentation under the context of Web application development.

Desirable Skills
* PHP5 experience (framework/templating)
* UI Design/Interaction design experience

If you are interested in a perm role based in London paying 40k please send me an email with your up to date CV, if you feel this role isnt for you but you know somebody that would be interested please forward my details to them.

Thank you in advance
Kind Regards
Jade Tango
Tel: 01892 611161
Email: jade@mercatorit.com
www.linkedin.com/in/jadetango
Jade Tango Comment by Jade Tango on March 17, 2009 at 10:55am
Good morning all, I’m currently looking for a Digital Account Manager for my client based in London. Please take a look at the spec below, to apply for this role please send me an email with a word copy of your CV and any examples or links of work you have been involved in to jade@mercatorit.com

A creative digital agency is looking for a Digital Account Manager with a flair for digital marketing, you will be responsible for developing your own client accounts by managing digital campaigns assisting in digital planning and strategy development.

Main responsibilities and daily tasks
* Manage and assist clients on a day to day basis with regular communications by phone, email, meetings etc.
* Liaise, build, manage and develop new client and external supplier relationships.
* Fully brief all relevant parties on new job details whilst liaising between clients and creative/development teams.
* Assist with meetings, pitches and quotes for new jobs.

Essential skills and experience
* Strong digital marketing experience gained in an agency environment.
* A degree in a computer related subject.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Confident, proactive team player.

I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind Regards
Jade
Jade Tango Comment by Jade Tango on March 6, 2009 at 11:01am
Hi All,

I Just wanted to let you know that I have a new role available!!! please find the role and my contact details below.

A leading Web agency based near Liverpool is looking for a Web Designer to join its growing Web Developer team, you will be working with large, well know clients and SME's. They are looking for a talented designer who enjoys working on a mixture of projects in a busy, creative environment with strong experience of CSS, W3C, Web Accessibility, JavaScript, Flash animation, Actionscript, Photoshop and Illustrator.

You will need to be Mac and PC literate, have worked in new media and Web production and have a strong portfolio of Websites designed and built by you. You will also have a Design/Communications Degree or HND and a background in traditional design for print, some 3D software and Web based video production experience is also highly desirable.

As you will be designing and building Websites using pure CSS on a content management system you must be able to demonstrate creative flair/skills building CSS layouts without the use of tables. Please apply with an up to date copy of your CV and a hard copy or a link to your portfolio (this is very important as the client would like to see examples of your work)

If you feel this role isn’t for you could you please pass my details on to somebody who would be better suited, thank you in advance.

Kind Regards
Jade


01892661161
jade@mercatorit.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/jadetango
Jade Tango Comment by Jade Tango on February 24, 2009 at 4:44pm
Hi All,

Just wanted to introduce myself, I’m a IT Recruiter based in Crowborough, I work on various technologies on contract, freelance and ad hoc roles, I also have a strong background in perm recruiting so am experienced to work all roles.

I welcome discussing our services further, please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or queries you have, I am happy to talk to both Clients looking for IT staff and Candidates looking for new IT opportunities.

I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind Regards
Jade Tango
01892611161
jade@mercatorit.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/jadetango
Caroline Teunissen Comment by Caroline Teunissen on July 9, 2008 at 6:55pm
Job Vacancy – Head Agency, London.

Company Head
Department Project management
Position Project Manager
Salary Dependent on experience
Contract Permanent

Head are looking to recruit a Senior project manager on a permanent basis.

Background information
Head London is a digital agency based in London specializing in design and build of online solutions and websites offering optimum user experience. Working across all sectors, Head has devised its own methodology utilizing in-depth research as the basis for its digital developments. Over the years Head has gained a reputation for being truly innovative in its approach and in delivering first class solutions.
Head Labs is the R & D division of the agency working with new technologies, social networks, virtual worlds, widgets, social applications creating stand alone solutions whilst gaining valuable insights on how each operates within the new media space.

Job description
Generic responsibilities
1. Be an energetic and enthusiastic member of the team.
2. Maintain the high standard of deliverables already established by Head
3. Encourage the development of other staff and the department as a whole
4. Improve internal processes where possible

Specific duties
1. Manage the client relationship on a day-to-day basis
2. Manage the running of individual projects
3. Create and manage schedules and budgets for individual projects to deliver within set parameters of a project
4. Support the new business department with pitches and tenders where required
5. Manage designers and programmers to meet deadlines within projects
6. Issue invoices
7. Attend weekly project management meetings
8. Attend monthly company meetings


Qualifications
Academic:
Degree level education
Good A levels

Personal qualities
Personality will be a key determinant of the successful candidate, as we place great importance on a happy and productive working environment. The person will need to be genuinely enthusiastic, intelligent and have enough experience to be able to identify problem areas within a project early on. We are looking for a conscientious individual with attention to detail being second nature. He or she must be well presented and spoken with a professional manner who will be able to handle meetings with senior clients.

This role would suit someone who is excited by working in a small company growing rapidly in terms of clients and employees.


Head’s main office is based in Central London.

Additional skills:

- First class communication skills
- Persuasive character
- Second to none organisation and documentation skills
- Excellent client facing skills
- Ability to think creatively and logically
- Ability to grasp complicated technical concepts
- Positive attitude in all levels
- Willingness and ability to learn
- Real passion for your work
Head is an equal opportunities employer.

You will be required to work on site in our Central London offices.
You must already have the right to work in the UK.
Our standard office hours are 10-6pm.
Head offers benefits around flexible working.
To apply:
Please send up-to-date CV, details of current salary and links of example projects to jobs@headlondon.com with the subject line "Project Manager – HeadLondon"


No agencies please
Lisa Connell Comment by Lisa Connell on June 19, 2008 at 10:17am
PA to the Director
Job location: North London, N11

Volunteer Position – Full Time

Company: Rent A Date For Charity Limited

Online auction dating site all profits go to charity (worldwide).

I am looking for PA to work with me from my home. You will be working voluntarily from my home for a new online auction dating site which aims to raise as much money as possible for charity!

Role: PA to the Director

Description:

Objective to ensure the efficient organisation and management of the Director’s office and her working day to ensure the most effective use of her time. You will report directly to the Director and will gain a valuable oversight to the business at both a strategic and operational level. The incumbent would be responsible for:

• Diary Management and Secretarial Duties:
• Manage and schedule all internal and external meetings, conference calls, speeches and presentations, business reviews, function and dinner arrangements along with her own medical appointment.
• Organise the efficient day-to-day running of the office in line with my needs and priorities.
• Prioritise diary and workflows using initiative and judgment from knowledge of key issues as to what action needs to be taken and liaise with the Senior Managers and Direct Reports where appropriate.
• Receive incoming telephone calls, ascertaining their nature and importance, and deal with a wide variety of enquiries.
• Business correspondence using software packages as necessary; effective filing; accurate and timely typing.
• All duties associated with travel and entertainment.

Communication and Correspondence:

Screen inward correspondence, communication and confidential liaison with other Directors’ offices, direct reports, colleagues, external associates and forward to the Director.
• Draft or action responses as appropriate.
• Gather papers on a wide range of topics as agreed.

Other:

Organise the logistics and planning for all staff.
• Prepare articles and newsletters for both online and off.
• Manage a regular Staff Communications programme.
• Advise Director of views and trends within business unit.
• Supervise both PR & Sales staff.
• Assist other office members who are either absent or have a heavy workload.
• Identify and resolve operational/technical/customer problems.
• Record and monitor personnel files annual leave and absence records.

Skills Required:

• Ability to work methodically and to high standards
• Strong inter-personal skills
• Attention to detail is key
Excellent oral and written communication skills
• PC literate – strong IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, knowledge of Photoshop and Dreamweaver an advantage however training can be provided.
• Ideally shorthand, audio and typing skills
• Highly personable and team orientated
• Polished, professional approach with ability to liaise with colleagues and customers at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure and to short deadlines and timescales
• Adapting to change Improves personal effectiveness in response to changes at work by identifying new learning and self development opportunities that arise from the change and working towards them.
• Attention to detail Ensures that information is correctly processed and that work complies with relevant internal/external rules, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Checks work and correct mistakes promptly.
• Delivering Business Results Focuses attention and resources upon meeting agreed business targets, priorities and objectives. Planning and Control Achieves business goals by establishing priorities, actions, milestones and constraints in a logical sequence and checking progress against these plans, taking corrective action as required.
• Providing Excellent Customer Service Exceeds the expectations of internal and external customers through the quality of customer service, meeting their needs and demonstrating the added value of the service provided.
• Team Working Works co-operatively and productively with others; openly exchanging information and supporting colleagues from around the organisation to achieve business goals.
• Using Information Effectively Collects and collates necessary facts, figures and opinions, using a range of sources and adds value by identifying patterns, trends and relationships in the data.

Special Skills/Experience/Competencies:

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Organisation and flexibility
• Ability to form relationships with clients
• Public speaking
• Negotiating skills
• Confidence and discretion
• Time-management
• Ability to prioritise and multitask
• Discretion

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication and listening skills.

Other requirements include a 'can do' spirit, good teamwork skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines, problem solving under pressure, good time-management and organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.

Educational Requirements:

The candidate should be educated to at least A Level or equivalent, with a good standard of English, both written and spoken, and basic mathematics including percentages.

To apply, please send your CV to admin@rentadateforcharity.com along with a covering letter detailing why you would like to work for me.

I can only accept applications from candidates who are available for face to face interviews in London within 48 hours. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a valid work permit. Please note that I will contact successful candidates within 3-4 working days. We will consider you for all our vacancies now and in the future. Please do not reapply unless requested to do so.
Lisa Connell Comment by Lisa Connell on June 19, 2008 at 10:17am
Events Manager

Job location: Home based (Worldwide)

Volunteer Position – Full Time

Company: Rent A Date For Charity Limited – www.RentADateForCharity.com
I am looking for several Events Managers to manage events within their own territories (worldwide). You will be working voluntarily from home for a new online auction dating site which aims to raise as much money as possible for charity!
Role: Events Manager

I am looking for a dynamic and motivated Events Manager to be responsible for all Events both on and off line.
Benefits: You will be provided with a company phone and internet access for business use only.
Responsibilities:

Event organiser will be involved in the organisation of events from conception through to completion. Events can include:
• Exhibitions and fairs;
• Festivals;
• Conferences;
• Promotions and product launches;
• Fundraising and social events.
The role of event organiser must be hands-on and be working as part of a team. The event organiser must be able to complete a wide range of activities requiring clear communication and excellent organisational skills and must respond quickly to change, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of an event.
Typical activities include:
• Researching markets to identify opportunities for events;
• Liaising with clients to ascertain their precise event requirements;
• Producing detailed proposals for events (e.g. timelines, venues, suppliers, legal obligations, staffing and budgets);
• Securing and booking a suitable venue or location;
• Ensuring insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are adhered to;
• Co-ordinating venue management, caterers, stand designers, contractors and equipment hire;
• Planning room layouts and the entertainment programme, scheduling workshops and demonstrations;
• Organising facilities for car parking, traffic control, security, first aid, hospitality and press;
• Identifying and securing speakers or special guests;
• Co-ordinating staffing requirements and staff briefings;
• Selling sponsorship/stand/exhibition space to potential exhibitors/partners;
• Arranging accommodation for exhibitors and/or delegates;
• Preparing delegate packs and papers;
• Creating, implementing and monitoring marketing and PR plans;
• Liaising with clients and designers to create a brand/look for the event;
• Liaising with newspapers, TV, radio and other media;
• Writing press releases or briefs in order to gain maximum exposure for the event;
• Organising the design and production of tickets, posters, catalogues and sales brochures;
• Co-ordinating everything on the day of the event to ensure that all runs smoothly;
• Handling client queries on the day and troubleshooting exhibitor and visitor problems on the day;
• Overseeing the dismantling and removal of the event, and clearing the venue efficiently;
• Post-event evaluation (including data entry and analysis and producing reports for event stakeholders).
• Recruit and maintain staff.
As we are a small organisation we may sub-contract some of the tasks listed here, However we aim to under go all these activities ourselves dividing the tasks amongst the team within my organisation.

Special Skills/Experience/Competencies:
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Organisation and flexibility
• Ability to form relationships with clients
• Public speaking
• Negotiating skills
• Confidence and discretion
• Time-management
• Ability to prioritise and multitask
• Discretion

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication and listening skills.
Other requirements include a 'can do' spirit, good teamwork skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines, problem solving under pressure, good time-management and organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.

Educational Requirements:
The candidate should be educated to at least A Level or equivalent, with a good standard of English, both written and spoken, and basic mathematics including percentages.
To apply, please send your CV to admin@rentadateforcharity.com along with a covering letter detailing why you would like to work for me.

I can only accept applications from candidates who are available for face to face interviews in London within 48 hours. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a valid work permit. Please note that I will contact successful candidates within 3-4 working days. We will consider you for all our vacancies now and in the future. Please do not reapply unless requested to do so.

www.RentADateForCharity.com
Lisa Connell Comment by Lisa Connell on June 19, 2008 at 10:17am
Advertising Sales & Promotional Executive

Job location: Mainly Home based

Volunteer Position – Full Time

Company: Rent A Date For Charity Limited – www.rentadateforcharity.com
Online auction dating site all profits go to charity (worldwide).

I am looking for an Advertising Sales Executive. You will be working voluntarily for a new online auction dating site which aims to raise as much money as possible for charity!
Do you like to manage your own Sales territory? If the answer is yes, then please read on?

Role: Advertising Sales Executive

I am looking for a dynamic and motivated Advertising Sales Executive to be responsible for all advertising and sponsorship, both online and off.

Benefits: You will be provided with a company phone and internet access for business use only.
Responsibilities:

• Sell the company's advertising and sponsorship to new and existing customers.
• To exceed monthly and annual sales revenue targets.
• Manage the sales territory and customer accounts through telephone calls and some possible field visits.
• To develop close links with clients that will enable the client to find new ways to develop revenue such as feature supplements, sponsorships and online advertising.
• Produce monthly reports highlighting sales activities and market trends.
• Monitor competitors' activities in the market place.
• Record all sales activities with customers.
• Promote our service and advertise opportunities.
• Source venues and free gifts for both online and offline events and PR.
• Source FREE advertising space for our company.

Special Skills/Experience/Competencies:
• Two years' advertising sales experience.
• Good use of English, especially creative sales letter writing.
• Ability to give effective, confident sales presentations to customers.

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication and listening skills.
Other requirements include a 'can do' spirit, good teamwork skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines, problem solving under pressure, good time-management and organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.

Educational Requirements:
The candidate should be educated to at least A Level or equivalent, with a good standard of English, both written and spoken, and basic mathematics including percentages.
To apply, please send your CV to admin@rentadateforcharity.com along with a covering letter detailing why you would like to work for me.

I can only accept applications from candidates who are available for face to face interviews in London within 48 hours. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a valid work permit. Please note that I will contact successful candidates within 3-4 working days. We will consider you for all our vacancies now and in the future. Please do not reapply unless requested to do so.
Lisa Connell Comment by Lisa Connell on June 19, 2008 at 10:16am
PR, Marketing & Sales Executive

Job location: Home based (Worldwide)

Volunteer Position – Full Time

Company: Rent A Date For Charity Limited – www.RentADateForCharity.com

I am looking for a PR, Marketing & Sales Executive from each corner of the world. You will be working voluntarily for a new online auction dating site which aims to raise as much money as possible for charity!

We are currently working with several charities worldwide. Please see our Charities/Events page http://www.rentadateforcharity.com/charities.html for more details

Benefits: You will be provided with a company phone and internet access for business use only.
Responsibilities:
 Develop and sustain the mutual understanding between an organisation and its public
 use all forms of media and communications to project and protect the appropriate image
 Write promotional material and press releases.
 Produce brochures, leaflets and videos when necessary.
 Organise press briefings and news conferences.
 Attend or set up exhibitions and conferences.
 Project-manage product/event launches.
 Carry out research and evaluations of published materials, interviews and surveys.
 Promote a company’s image by arranging charitable donations or sponsorship of events.
 Research and analysis followed by continuous evaluation of an organisation or campaign strategy by: conducting focus groups; co-ordinating surveys; researching recent reports and articles; or commissioning market research.
 Initiating and planning PR campaigns: defining goals; analysing problems and opportunities; liaising with management and clients (internal and external);
 Writing and editing press releases, in-house newsletters, speeches, articles and annual reports.
 Maintaining and updating information on RDC’s website when necessary.
 Using corporate advertising to maintain an organisation's identity, name and reputation.
 Preparing and supervising the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes.
 Answering enquiries from individuals, journalists and other organisations.
 Speaking in public at presentations, press conferences, radio and TV interviews, and meetings.
 Developing and maintaining good working relations with the media, including local and national newspapers, magazines, radio and television.
 Organising special events, such as press conferences, exhibitions, open days, tours, competitions and sponsorship.
 Fostering community relations through events such as open days and through involvement in community initiatives.
 Respond to requests for information from the media or designate another appropriate spokesperson or information source.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer, employee, and public interest groups.
Special Skills/Experience/Competencies:
 Written and verbal communication skills
 Organisation and flexibility
 Ability to form relationships with clients
 Public speaking
 Negotiating skills
 Confidence and discretion
 Time-management
 Ability to prioritise and multitask
 Discretion
 Self Manage

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication and listening skills.
Other requirements include a 'can do' spirit, good teamwork skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines, problem solving under pressure, good time-management and organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.

Educational Requirements:
The candidate should be educated to at least A Level or equivalent, with a good standard of English, both written and spoken, and basic mathematics including percentages.
To apply, please send your CV to admin@rentadateforcharity.com along with a covering letter detailing why you would like to work for me.

I can only accept applications from candidates who are available for face to face interviews in London within 48 hours. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a valid work permit. Please note that I will contact successful candidates within 3-4 working days. We will consider you for all our vacancies now and in the future. Please do not reapply unless requested to do so.
www.rentadateforcharity.com
 

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Watch This Space Issue 43!!

Free As Standard
Hopefully all those of you with no direct interest in the London market will forgive me for kicking off with one of the most significant media stories of recent months: on the 12th of October the Evening Standard went from paid to free distribution, increasing its print run by more than double, to 600,000 copies. Distribution is still handled by the existing staff of sales people as well as through pick up bins at train and tube stations, in WHSmiths and supermarkets across London. In terms of setting a precedent this piece of news has implications for all of us: as they've been so keen to point out, the Standard is "the first quality paper in the world to go free", and publishers everywhere will no doubt be following events in the capital closely.

Captain Kickback says: "Given that the Standard has sacrificed its paper sales revenue and incurred extra print and distribution charges in order to increase its sales revenue, it's reasonable to assume that rate increases are in the offing but, as you'd expect, the team at Space and Time Towers will be working to ensure that the paper remains an affordable option."

Morning Time in North WestThe Evening Leader group, covering Wrexham, Chester and Flintshire, has announced plans to rename itself The Leader and move to morning distribution. Following a period of circulation decline the shift in publication time will accompany a general revamp of the group's titles. This change represents the latest in a string of regional papers shifting from evening to morning publication, including the Brighton Argus, Lancs Telegraph, Southend Echo, Derby Telegraph, Plymouth Herald and Portsmouth News.


Change Afoot in Birmingham
A raft of changes to Trinity Mirror's presence in the west midlands has been unveiled, including a move from paid daily to paid weekly distribution for the Birmingham Post, and the Birmingham Evening Mail dropping the "Evening" from its title as it switches to morning distribution.


Metro
In a move that threatens to limit the local relevance of various editions of Metro around the country, the commuter freesheet has closed five of its regional editorial offices, namely Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle, Birmingham and Bristol. The centralisation of the editorial process will primarily have an impact on the local arts, entertainment and food sections of the paper.

Captain Kickback says: "This is one of the unfortunate effects of the recession- where publishers are being forced to cut costs and consolidate roles, it is inevitable that content will be rolled out from a central source and that the local media consumer will miss out. We can see the same thing happening with the rise in syndicated content across the new Heart radio network as well as in Manchester where the likes of the Rochdale Observer, Salford Advertiser and the Macclesfield Express are now all written from the centre of Manchester following the closure of the firm's satellite offices."


How do Online and Offline Media Work Together?Some research undertaken at Space and Time demonstrates rather aptly how advertising in the local press drives increases in web traffic and changes the nature of the terms searched for on Google. By overlaying press schedules with Google Adwords reports, it's possible to see how site-specific press ads increase the number of searches carried out for that site's marketing name ("The Towers Reigate" for example), while during periods with no other advertising activity the site-specific searches decline and the most common relevant search terms refer instead to the development's location (such as "New Homes in Reigate").

Captain Kickback says: "At a time when Online ad spend has overtaken TV's advertising revenue, it's important to remember that for all its strength, online media is only a part of the ideal media mix and doesn't necessarily represent a campaign in its entirety. Although online is an extremely hardworking medium and PPC is ultimately accountable, this shows how there's still a space for press advertising on the average schedule. It also provides a useful lesson that your last point of contact with a new lead before they visit the showroom wasn't necessarily the same medium through which they first heard about your site."

Property Factoids
1 in 97 - proportion of UK homes valued at more than £1m at the height of the housing boom in 2007 according to website Zoopla

1 in 150 - proportion of UK homes valued at over £1m today


Print 2.0The ridiculously long-memoried among you will remember a story from August 07 (yes, that's issue 34 for all you Kickback aficionados, a rather lovely epistle you'll remember, with a delicate turn of phrase, black body text and a striking blue title font) about "reverse published" titles in the North East composed entirely from editorial already published on hyper local websites. Now a similar idea has reached London, with the launch of The Blogpaper (no, I said "BLOGpaper", "BLOG", oh nevermind), which is, as you may have guessed, a print version of the best the blogosphere has to offer. The composition of the paper is dictated by the result of online votes at theblogpaper.co.uk. The bloggers work for free, but the publication will carry paid-for advertising, so someone's doing well somewhere.

Local Papers Save the DayHow do you stay in touch with local community news when there's no power, your router's soggy and the broadband exchange is 3 feet under the swollen eddies of the river Cocker? Local Press of course! The awful events seen in Cumbria over recent days have demonstrated that there's life in the old dog yet, as the Times and Star, the weekly title covering Workington and Cockermouth, overcame supply, power and transport difficulties to publish three issues in one week, keeping the local people up to date with vital information about their community.


That's your lot for another issue. If you'd like any more information on any of these stories, you can either reply to this email or contact your Space and Time team.

See you next time!!


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