Orange County Jobs

Our client, a beauty brand, is looking for an Influencer and Events Manager to join their team fulltime! Influencer & Events Manager Responsibilities: Building an aggressive influencer and event strategy that supports the overall marketing calendar and shared priorities. Sharing and maintaining brand image and voice across all influencers, event and social media touchpoints. Source influencer UGC (User Generated Content) reflective of brand tone. Partnering with Social Media Manager to ensure influencer content is integrated seamlessly into social media strategy. Creating an influencer strategy that incorporates recurring themes, as well as the opportunity to react/incorporate "of the moment" happenings. Driving all social influencer programs including long-term relationships, seasonal activation, and substantial micro-influencer program. Managing and executing all influencer events (ideation, sourcing, planning, day of responsibilities, etc…). Partnering with Marketing and Wholesale teams to expand and maintain influencer activity in various retailers and markets. Growing and managing influencer database daily. Developing an influencer gifting strategy for newness and core brand offerings. Creating, managing, and updating paid influencer programs across various platforms. Strategizing on new tactics and ideas to grow a follower base and engagement. Monitoring competitive activity and community platforms to identify trends and opportunities. Building monthly reporting and presentations - identify, track, analyze and measure performance against KPIs. Identify, pitch, secure and coordinate monthly partnerships across relevant platforms (social, email, web, in-store, mobile, etc…). Ideating and executing all outreach efforts including product mailers to ensure the brand remains top of mind for fans and influencers. Partnering with PR agencies on relevant programs. Influencer & Events Manager Requirements: 2-3 years of relevant experience in Influencer Marketing. Strong understanding of the influencer landscape, relevant social platforms, content creation patterns, and the beauty industry. Must have strength in both storytelling and communication. Must understand brand aesthetic and support image across all touchpoints. Strong attention to detail, especially in regard to grammar, punctuation and spelling. Strong prioritization skills with the ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously a must. Experience working on paid influencer contracts preferred. Experience working with a small, yet rapidly growing business a plus. Must have passion for skincare/beauty industry. Beauty industry experience (specifically within makeup) strongly preferred. ​Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Onward works with a cool experiential design group that is looking to add an SR 3D DESIGNER to the team. This designer will have to bring something extra to the table aside from exceptional 3D skills...we're looking for a background in architecture and environmental design who understands the marketing behind the design and who can work with a myriad of people. The designer of choice brings the ability to take visualizations to a new level, who can collaborate with a team of big-picture thinkers and who can take a brand on a journey to an immersive experience for those who witness it. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: Able to sketch, design and create compelling concepts into space plans, renderings & white models Design with strategy & story-telling in mind that grabs your colleagues and clients Work within the constraints provided by the client's requirements & budget but still create amazing work Collaborative nature - work creatively within the team and directly with clients Professional, confident communicator Deadline and team-driven - making sure everyone looks good on time and point with deliverables required Apply design and marketing trends to your work and stay on top of them Solution-oriented, problem solver and design master REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS in Exhibit Design, Architecture or related 6-10 years of experience in an agency environment Proven experience with trade shows, live events, pop, conference design, sponsorship activations for known brands 3D Studio Max, VRay preferred, but Maya ok as well Adobe Suite mastery AutoCAD Able to work with presentation software: KeyNote and PowerPoint Solid knowledge of fabrication, building materials, digital technology & event production Unreal or Unity a plus Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Our client, a leading advertising agency, is seeking an Account Coordinator to join their team for an onsite long term contract assignment. Account Coordinator responsibilities: Maintaining estimate and project history files for all assigned accounts. Processing new project work orders, assigning job numbers, and coordinating with Account Executives in all stages of project development. Partnering with creative and production teams to track copy/comp and estimate development. Coordinating with legal and medical regarding cycling/approval of project folders and documents, reporting any copy discrepancies found during project cycling process. Reviewing legal and medical changes with Account Executives to determine necessary action. Coordinating with agency Production Supervisors in project completion phase, troubleshooting issues as necessary to ensure projects are completed accurately, on-time and on-budget. Constantly keeping account team members informed of project progress, specifically in regards to scheduling and timing issues. Account Coordinator requirements: BA degree or higher in related field. 1-2 years' of relevant working experience or combination of internships and working experience. Thorough knowledge of conventional advertising/marketing techniques and terminology. Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize task delegations against deadlines. Proficient with MS Office Suite.' Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Our client, a top ad agency in OC is looking to hire a temporary Digital Media Planner for an onsite contract assignment for 3 months with the potential to extend! The Digital Media Planner will develop objectives, strategies, plans, and presentations under the supervision of the Digital Media Supervisor. The Digital Media Planner is responsible for the execution and day-to-day oversights of online media campaigns and programs. Digital Media Planner Responsibilities: Assist with the negotiation of annual contracts and various vendors. Maintain media plan(s) including changes, budgeting, reporting, and optimization. Develop buy specs and reconcile budgets. Update digital flowcharts. Craft post-campaign reports and decks. Develop and foster strong and effective relationships with clients and various media partners. Stay apprised of industry-standard and new media programs. Investigate and utilize information from syndicated research sources. Digital Media Planner Skills and Experience: Solid understanding of online media planning, implementation, and optimization. Ability to analyze web metrics efficiently and provide campaign effectiveness reports to clients. Analytical aptitude to gather and interpret reporting metrics from various sites. 1-2 years of digital media planning experience. Agency experience HIGHLY preferred. Proficiency in standard online media research and planning tools such as Prisma, ComScore, DoubleClick, and other media tools. Strong knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. ​Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Our Client, a top financial institution in IRVINE, CA, is looking for a Technical Writer to join their team. The Technical Writer possesses and applies expertise to interview Subject Matter Experts and identify and produce the appropriate procedures and process flows for business, technical, and regulatory audiences. This individual will be responsible for writing and editing procedures and process flows including VMS technology. Responsibilities: Develops procedures based on process inventory for non-associate labor. Meet with business unit leaders and subject matter experts to write new Operations procedures including process flows. Works with the manager to understand processes (work and systems) and identify the appropriate levels of detail required for the various end-users and procedures. Identifies appropriate Subject Matter Experts across the organization for interviews and content reviews. Plans and facilitates Subject Matter Expert interviews to solicit accurate content at the appropriate level of detail. Develops accurate, concise, and complete procedures including step-by-step instructions for the non-associate process and technology. Lead document reviews and obtain the appropriate approvals for revisions. Maintain consistent template formatting, version control, and terminology across all documentation. Qualifications/Required Experience: Minimum of 5 -7 years of technical writing experience, learning and development experience, or appropriate combination of education and experience. Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills; strong attention to detail and ability to review others' work and accept constructive feedback on one's work. Ability to write for different audiences and produce content that is clear, concise, accurate, consistent, and easily understood by the target audience. Ability to quickly assimilate, create, and convey technical material concisely and effectively. Ability to interview business and technical Subject Matter Experts at various levels across the organization. Ability to describe the appropriate technology in terms of stakeholders can understand and at the appropriate level for the intended audience. Deep familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint Expert-level experience working with Word, including managing large documents and working with styles, templates, and internal style guide Expert-level experience with generating step-by-step procedures and process flows. Knowledge of SAP Fieldglass is preferred Candidates will need to submit a sample of their portfolio including writings. 

Our client, a top ad agency in OC is looking to hire a temporary Digital Media Planner for an onsite contract assignment for 3 months with the potential to extend! The Digital Media Planner will develop objectives, strategies, plans, and presentations under the supervision of the Digital Media Supervisor. The Digital Media Planner is responsible for the execution and day-to-day oversights of online media campaigns and programs. Digital Media Planner Responsibilities: Assist with the negotiation of annual contracts and various vendors. Maintain media plan(s) including changes, budgeting, reporting, and optimization. Develop buy specs and reconcile budgets. Update digital flowcharts. Craft post-campaign reports and decks. Develop and foster strong and effective relationships with clients and various media partners. Stay apprised of industry-standard and new media programs. Investigate and utilize information from syndicated research sources. Digital Media Planner Skills and Experience: Solid understanding of online media planning, implementation, and optimization. Ability to analyze web metrics efficiently and provide campaign effectiveness reports to clients. Analytical aptitude to gather and interpret reporting metrics from various sites. 1-2 years of digital media planning experience. Agency experience HIGHLY preferred. Proficiency in standard online media research and planning tools such as Prisma, ComScore, DoubleClick, and other media tools. Strong knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. ​Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Our client, a beauty brand, is looking for a Graphic Designer to join their team fulltime! Graphic Designer Responsibilities: Partnering with Sr. Graphic Designer and Creative Director/Founder to create a strong visual presence across all channels. Understanding brand ethos and contributing to that foundation through your designs. Designing assets to be used for in-store graphics, creative layouts, email blasts, and marketing/education pieces. Mocking-up print packaging from concept to completion, apply artwork to cosmetic components for all new and active SKU's. Retouching photos (shade swaps, simulating mockups of products, color correcting, makeup correction, etc…) ​Apply today to learn more about this job now!

Our client, an education and technology company, is seeking a Sr. UX Designer to join their team onsite for a long-term contract role! We are looking for candidates with the following skillset and experience to fill the role.  Senior UX Designer Responsibilities: Communicating with key user and operational groups to understand business needs. Eliciting ideas and assisting team members with gaining shared understanding, aligning the product team and stakeholders. Presenting design concepts, user needs and design rationale to multidisciplinary teams as well as key stakeholders and business partners. Analyzing quantitative and qualitative data and providing recommendations to address business needs. Collaborating and partnering with other product team members (UX, engineering and product management) in an end-to-end design process. Communicating ideas and designs to end user and product team members. Participating in and contributing to learning activities around modern software design and development core practices. Senior UX Designer Requirements: 5+ years of experience designing digital products, at least 2 years developing UX solutions for B2B platforms and customers. BA degree in Design, User Experience, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. Expertise in creating responsive design for multiple contexts and device types (e.g. desktop, mobile, tablet). Expertise in standard design and prototyping tools including Figma, Sketch, InVision, and Adobe Creative Suite. Expertise in balancing the UX with business requirements and considerations. Working knowledge of design specification tools like Zeplin or InVision Inspector. Ability to articulate the reasoning behind your design decisions. Familiarity with Design Thinking and Lean UX Methodologies preferred. Experience with design system frameworks (e.g. Bootstrap) and Brad Foster's Atomic design methodology preferred. Experience prototyping micro interactions and animations preferred. Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Onward Search is seeking a UI Designer to join the team of a global tech company for a four-month assignment with the possibility to extend or convert. You will be turning static mock-ups into animated UI screens for a AAA video game product. Responsibilities: Create and work with 2D art assets from production mock-ups Design high fidelity screen mock-ups in Photoshop, and export game-ready assets from existing PSD files Use Photoshop batch processes to export assets quickly, working within optimization constraints set by engineering such as compression, size requirements, etc. Analyze screen mock-ups and identify repeating patterns & elements, and recreate the design in software using a minimal number of shared assets & components Use a library of common components and scripting tools to create screens quickly, re-using elements as much as possible Take an existing, functional placeholder UI screen written in Lua to visual parity with the approved production mock-up Ensure all screens & components have engaging animations, using a fully Lua-driven animation system (no timeline-based animation editing) Requirements: Bachelor's degree in design or related field 3-5 years of experience building interactive UI in a scripting language such as Lua, ActionScript, or JavaScript High proficiency in Photoshop Keen eye for detail and strong 2D graphic design skills to evaluate and contribute to UI production mock-ups Ability to quickly adapt to an established art direction by using a style guide, studying existing screen designs, and communicating with the existing UI Design team Preferred Skills: 3+ years' experience as a UI Artist on a video game project Must have shipped at least 1 video game Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Our client, a rapidly growing CPG company, is looking for a hands on Art Director to join their team fulltime! Art Director Responsibilities: Partnering with Sr. Creative Director and product / industrial design teams to concept and execute designs for packaging, in-store POPs, user-guides, brochures, catalogues, landing pages, banner ads, etc… Create digital, print and packaging assets for new products and executing packaging updates to existing offerings. Understanding brand voice and being able to iterate that voice/style in all designs across all mediums. Participating in brand creative meetings, presenting design solutions and leading discussion around design initiatives. Art Director Requirements: Degree in Graphic Design or related field. 4-6 years of experience. Portfolio showcasing produced work across both print, digital and packaging. Strong concepting skills, effective communicator with ability to get buy in on proposed design solutions. Mastery of Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator. Ability to work under limited supervision, shifting priorities to meet project deadlines. Previous experience within CPG is a plus, specifically within durable goods, construction, power tools, or any other related field. ​So does this sound like you, then do not hesitate to apply!