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Onward Search has an exciting opportunity for an experienced UX Designer working with one of our top clients in New York City. We are seeking a candidate who can collaborate with other designers, product managers, and developers on research activities, strategy, ideation, concepts, final design, and testing of new product concepts. Our client, a premiere financial institution is consistently recognized as one of the top places to work. This is a 5 month contract opportunity to start with strong likelihood of extending and potentially converting into a permanent role. Apply today to speak with one of our associates to learn more! What your day looks like… Build empathy and be an advocate for our customers through participation in human-centered research and design Translate user needs, existing design systems, and requirements into elegant solutions for complex problems Contribute improvements back to our existing design system to help it grow and evolve. Present findings and design concepts to designers, product and development partners Support the development team in providing interaction flows, design assets, feedback and visual QA. What you bring to the table… BA or BS degree in Design (e.g. graphic, interaction, visual communications, product), or a related field or equivalent practical experience At least 5 years of experience with visual/UI design, user experience design and shipping products At least 2 years of experience working with Agile and Lean product development teams Considered a bonus if you got… Master’s degree in Design 5+ years’ experience with standard digital design tools, e.g. Sketch, InVision, Adobe CC, etc 5+ years of experience with user experience design 5+ years of experience with information architecture 3+ years of experience creating prototypes at various levels of fidelity to articulate and test user flows, UI design, and/or UI animation 2+ years’ experience with usability research and testing 2+ years of experience with visual design Strong portfolio of UI/visual design work that demonstrates experience work ​Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Our client, a global advertising agency, has an immediate need for a freelance customer experience strategist. You will be working across a few brands on the development of a connected digital ecosystem. The goal is to create a consistent experience across all channels. You will run analysis on target segments, synthesize the data, and come up with an action plan to ensure optimal user engagement and overall experience. Requirements: High level understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the digital landscape and content delivery platforms. Experience working across a variety of platforms and devices ultimately tying them all together into one consistent experience. Experience working with research tools such as: DRG, eMarketer, Data Monitor, social monitoring tools etc. Strong experience with CRM, Social Experience Design, SEO/SEM etc. Strong client facing experience. Experience pitching. High level business / functional analysis skills. Experience creating creative activation briefs. Does this sound like your skill set and experience? Apply today!  Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Our client, a live entertainment advertising and marketing agency, is looking for a Wordpress Developer to join their team for a freelance to hire project, beginning on site in NYC immediately. What you'll be doing: Create basic templates, partials and simple WordPress functions. Create architecture and special functionality through Ajax and APIs. Pull custom types, show displays, help develop a system where they have a database where team can pull instances into different projects going forward. Slice and build emails from a PSD/Jpeg/Png, etc. Code emails from scratch for MailChimp delivery. Advising on UX best practices to improve and simplify website development. Support with creative web design tasks as needed. Other tasks may apply. About you: 3 years experience with Wordpress development. Proficient in all aspects of WordPress. Familiarity with MailChimp. Familiarity with establishing DNS settings. Basic Adobe Suite Design Skills (optimizing images for web, fix things, etc.). Can set up and operate with with Google analytics, search console, tag manager. Bonus if you have experience with Advance Custom Fields for Wordpress. Bonus if you have backend coding ability. Must have the ability to work with git hub confidently. Familiar with Accessibility, Performance, SEO, and general best practices. General browser compatibility - all browsers last 2 versions and IE11. General server/site security for static and WP sites. HTML / CSS / JS / PHP. Does this sound like you? Apply today!  Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Our client, a digital first creative agency is in need of a Video Content Producer to support on a two to four-week freelance project. This role begins on-site in NYC as soon as possible. What you'll be doing: Leading the video production for a series of creative that will live across TV and various online video outlets. Create production calendars, getting all team members across creative, account and the client in agreement. Source all VO talent, working with the creative team to understand the brief and provide options for approval. Plan, bid and book and oversee all VO recording and mixing sessions. Plan, bid and book and oversee all editing both in house and with external editors. Search for any stock footage and music as needed, presenting to creative team as options. Create as-produced scripts and completion reports. Run trafficking/the broadcast distribution process. Archive final files and ensure that account team has possession of all final materials. Other tasks may apply. About you: 5+ years experience as a video producer in an advertising agency or who has produced commercial content. Experience in both TV & Online Video production with a depth on knowledge in acceptable formats for both. Experience with all phases of production: timeline creation, bidding, estimating, overseeing editing process, sourcing VO talent and trafficking final creative. Strong portfolio of produced content. Must be highly organized and detail oriented. You must have your own computer for this job. Does this sound like you? Apply today! Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Our client, a small independent full-service advertising agency, is searching for a Brand Strategist/Strategic Planner to join their team on a permanent basis beginning with a six-month freelance period. This role begins on June 3rd and is completely remote. What you'll be doing: Work closely with the agency Strategy Director to lead the campaign development process. Provide thought leadership and team guidance to ensure client strategy drives all agency creative work. Attend and lead internal and client meetings across project initiations, creative briefings, creative check-ins, presentations and final project wrap-ups. Bring the voice and needs of the consumer to your work, ensuring that all work created has the consumer's need in mind at all times. Work directly with clients to develop clear project briefs, understanding the needs as communicated, but also those that others may have missed. Support the Strategy Director with meetings, strategy projects, project collaborations and updates. Bring client objectives, insights and cultural trends together into clear and directive strategies, briefs and tactics. Help the creative team get started by developing campaign thought starters (not creative executions or ideas). Drive clarity among the confusion that comes with complex problems and briefs. Stay up to date on best in class marketing and advertising initiatives, bringing your learnings to the team to raise the agency's creative and strategic output. About you: 5-7 years of Brand Strategy/Strategic Planner experience at an advertising agency. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Must have experience in Program Planning and Brand building. You have initiated and lead consumer testing, both qualitative and quantitative. Able to distill complex concepts and data into understandable and relevant insights for your teams. Experience with CPG brand and creative campaigns. Bonus if you have experience with Spirits brands. You have superior analytical and problem-solving skills. Must have your own computer for this position. Does this sound like you? Apply today! Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Our client is a highly innovated PR company that is seeking an experienced Senior Account Executive to manage some of their key accounts in the Fashion/Lifestyle space. This position calls for someone who has a deep passion for all things fashion and design, with the ability to enhance your clients publicity strategy. You must be a strategic problem solver with experience building strong business relationships, and collaborating with clients to conceptualize print and digital practices. RESPONSIBILITIES: Secure strategic press coverage – including feature stores, news announcements, brand/designer profiles, and product placement in top national, regional and online media outlets? Opportunity to travel and accompany clients on press trips Develop innovative seasonal publicity strategies or large scale and niche brands Manage the day-to-day communication and interactions with 4-5 accounts Requirements: At least 5 years of experience at an advertising or PR agency Bachelors degree, preferably in, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing MUST have a team-player mentality and be willing to wear multiple hats, if needed, to get the job done You should have a deep understanding of the latest fashion and lifestyle media trends Exceptional and proven experience with compiling top-tier digital and print coverage Excellent writing, communication and presentations skills to effectively articulate concepts to clients and agency executives Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines Skills in: Powerpoint, Photoshop, Excel, Word, Cision, Fashion GPS and social media outlets This company has an amazing, dog-friendly, office culture with competitive compensation and benefits! Apply today! Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Our client, a global digital agency, is looking to hire a Business Analyst/Product Manager to work on helping deliver digital products for various clients in the Technology space, on an ongoing basis. Should have a thorough understanding of Product Management tools. Epi Server and Sitecore experience is a major plus! Very thorough technical experience is not required; however an understanding of Digital Marketing, Project Management, Product Management and Experience Design processes is. Requirements and Responsibilities: 3+ years experience, ideally in a consultancy or digital agency environment Background working with cross-functional and global digital teams Scrum and Agile working experience Extremely strong presentation skills Product Management tools Experience with platform based digital implementations Ability to define business requirements Partner closely across teams to make sure Visual and UX are aligned with requirements Can engage stakeholders, facilitate workshops and carry out client interviews to help define business goals Define and document business and functional requirements Experience defining a process for change management, as well as create training materials for training sessions Comfort level working with on and offshore teams B2B background, as well as experience with Epi Server and Sitecore is an added plus! Does this sound like you? Apply today! Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO  

Our client, a high end beauty company, has an immediate need for an industrial designer. In this position you will design, packaging, display cases, and a variety of other products. You will be responsible for initial concepting through production and technical details. This will include working with manufacturing and development teams who will be creating the final products. Responsibilities: Create design proposals based on creative requests. Present design concepts to stakeholders outlining design, technical specs, and materials. Resolve design issues as they come up. Work with project management to make sure projects are on time and on budget. Requirements: High level 3D CAD skills - Rhino and Keyshot rendering software. Excellent technical illustration, and physical model making skills. Strong presentation skills - clear communication of concepts and final designs. Proficient in Illustrator. This is an ongoing onsite freelance project. Apply today if your are interested! Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Our client, a global retailer of gourmet products, with it's headquarters in NYC is looking to bring on a Copywriter for a one-month freelance Branding project. This role begins on-site in NYC on June 3rd. What you'll be doing: Sift through legacy brand creative that has been accumulated over the years to identify the brand's existing tonality. Work with the team to evolve update the brand's voice as it pertains to the legacy of the brand. Develop a system to share out the updated brand language among regional stakeholders for local creative activation. Leverage your expertise to drive the team towards smart creative solutions across mediums. Assemble directives and guidance as instructional elements to be used by multiple stakeholders to execute projects. Presenting and selling creative concepts to large groups both internally and to the client. Other tasks may apply. About you: 5+ years copywriting experience in the branding and advertising space. Strong command of the written word and understanding of how to write for branding toolkits. Ideally you've worked on a heritage brand, legacy brand or museum/exhibit. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrate knowledge of market, competition and branding. Must be versatile and be able to switch tone-of-voice between projects. Communicate using brand strengths and client voice. Proactive and results oriented: displays a sense of urgency. Work collaboratively and independently. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Must have your own computer for this role. Other tasks may apply. Does this sound like you? Apply today!  Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Onward Search is looking for an Industrial Designer for one of our beauty clients in NYC. This is an onsite freelance position starting ASAP. This candidate will be responsible for developing products, packaging, and displays from concept through resolution. They will also be working with manufacturers to develop final products. Qualifications 4+ years of experience Background in beauty/cosmetics is preferred Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite Excellent 3D CAD skills Proficient with Rhino and Key shot rendering software Knowledge of FormZ, Vectorworks, etc. Strong presentation skills Please apply with your portfolio today! Must be at least 18 years old. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances, nationally and internationally. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO