New Balance Footwear- Web Production Specialist

Company Name: New Balance Athletic Shoe
Job Category: Marketing
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Full-Time, Employee
Experience: 2-5 Years Experience
Date Posted: January 19, 2009 (Reposted Feb 3)

New Balance has a history of 100 years of enduring performance and is still running strong today. Part of what makes New Balance so unique is our commitment to making products that not only provide performance, but also superior fit and comfort. The same attention that is placed on our athletic shoes and apparel is also placed on our associates. We seek talented individuals that fit into our team-oriented atmosphere. Additionally, we are proud to have an environment that offers the comfort of a true work/life balance. If you are looking for a NEW BALANCE, read on!

As a Web Production Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the workflow of online creative traffic within New Balance and between New Balance, NBWebExpress.com, and our third-party design agency. You will translate internal creative, marketing, and operational direction for our design agency via written technical and creative briefs. You will be the liaison between New Balance and the design agency for the discussion of technical capabilities, brief requirements, and project launch considerations. You will manage the creative development process by maintaining a site editorial calendar, establishing a production schedule for each site, and ensuring deadlines are met for the timely development of creative assets. In this role, you will assist the Interactive Marketing Manager with the project management of major launches, creative change-outs, implementation of emerging media and technology marketing initiatives, and coordination of marketing programs that impact NB Web Express. You will ensure proper testing, QA, and UAT to validate that creative looks as intended and that technical pieces function properly. You will be required to proactively communicate within the team to keep members apprised of the status of projects and tasks.

Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in an online development environment managing web-based projects.
Knowledge of web-based coding and technology, plus experience with user interface trends, browser work arounds, and general Web design best practices.
Well-versed in a variety of software packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop. Working knowledge of standard Web coding languages such as HTML and XML.
Excellent written, editorial, and communication skills.
Ability to build strong business relationships while coordinating external vendors and business partners.
Detail-oriented.
Strong project and time management skills required.

Our products are designed to meet the diverse needs of consumers and our benefits are designed to meet the diverse needs of our associates. We have developed a benefits package that is sure to fit your way of life. Our low-cost medical and dental coverage and onsite wellness program will help you lead a healthy lifestyle. We offer a 401k plan with an employer match, making it possible to save for retirement. Most positions offer a flexible work schedule, work from home options, and a 37.5 hour work week. We provide a generous vacation package and even allow paid time off to volunteer in the community. New Balance encourages its employees to take advantage of our tremendous training and development programs, as well as our tuition reimbursement plan. We are a business casual environment where our employees are encouraged to wear NB product which can be purchased with our significant employee discount. Parking is free at all of our facilities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=600938-13-8913

Posted by Rosey Brown 02/05/09