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Any agency is only as good as the people who walk in and out of their doors every day, which in our case includes our downtown Raleigh HQ office, or those on Madison Avenue, Hollywood Boulevard or in Ybor City.
Resumes are always encouraged and accepted by e-mail at hr@fwv-us.com or by mail via central recruiting at our HQ office:
112 E. Hargett Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Attn: Human Resources
Art Director
French | West | Vaughan is seeking an experienced Art Director to join our in-house, creative department. This is a client-facing role that will work closely with the Creative Director to produce stellar work and to mentor designers on the creative team. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and deadline driven, motivated to collaborate across agency departments, and have an integrated portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and proficiency in both print and digital design.
Responsibilities:
- Lead design and artistic development of creative concepts – including print, digital, mobile, TV, collateral materials and new business presentations
- Collaborate with, and supervise, designers, writers, photographers, production artists and freelancers to concept campaigns across all media channels
- Utilize strategic thinking to develop innovative and results driven solutions
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, push creative boundaries, manage time and deliver within deadlines
- Manage multiple projects while working in a cross-functional team environment
- Provide new suggestions to improve workflow in an evolving environment
- Ability and willingness to quickly adapt to new technologies and keep skills and industry knowledge current
Qualifications:
- 5-7 years experience (agency experience strongly preferred)
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Mac systems
- Experience with directing photo and video production, video editing and motion graphic design
- Advanced knowledge of print and digital production, banner design and UX design
- Strong leadership, collaborative problem-solving and communication skills
- Experience leading a team with a range of creative positions, such as photographers, illustrators, designers, copywriters, production artists and freelancers
- Familiar with estimating work and utilizing project management best practices
- Ability to be flexible and understanding of client relationships
- A level-headed approach to navigating a fast-changing working environment
Why French West Vaughan?
- Fascinating work for clients ranging from large national brands to small growing startups
- A team of creative and passionate brand marketers
- Competitive compensation, including a complete benefits package
- Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
- A culture of continuous improvement
Graphic Designer
French | West | Vaughan is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer with a deep understanding of strategic branding and marketing to join our in-house, creative department. The ideal candidate should be highly organized and deadline driven, motivated to collaborate across agency departments, and have an integrated portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and proficiency in both print and digital design. Projects will span everything from logo design and production to social media content and full advertising campaigns.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize strategic thinking to provide creative solutions to client objectives
- Manage multiple projects while working in a cross-functional team environment
- Work with art directors to develop, design and produce creative projects
- Manage time to meet tight deadlines and stay within budget
- Demonstrate ability to keep skills and industry knowledge current
- Ability and willingness to quickly adapt to new technologies
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years experience (agency experience strongly preferred)
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Mac systems
- Knowledge of typography, color, print and digital production
- Advanced digital skills: UX, web and banner design
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Familiar with estimating work and utilizing project management best practices
- Bonus: photography, video editing and motion graphic skills
- Ability to be flexible and understanding of client relationships
- A level-headed approach to navigating a fast-changing working environment
Why French West Vaughan?
- Fascinating work for clients ranging from large national brands to small growing startups
- A team of creative and passionate brand marketers
- Competitive compensation, including a complete benefits package
- Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
- A culture of continuous improvement
French | West | Vaughan seeks a public relations account executive. The right candidate will manage public relations programs; pitch national, regional and local media outlets; develop press materials; and manage creative and digital projects. Candidates should have three to five years of public relations experience, with preference shown to candidates with experience in managing creative and digital projects.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Contribute to the development and execution of public relations and integrated marketing plans
- Create press releases, pitches, client backgrounders, fact sheets and other press assets
- Utilize online technologies, especially social media
- Compile and maintain media lists
- Monitor and report on media coverage
- Develop and manage schedules for multiple clients and deliverables
- Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing communications
- Communicate directly with clients on a daily basis
- Traditional and digital creative project management
Specific Requirements:
- BA/BS degree in public relations, journalism, marketing or related field
- Three to five years of public relations experience (agency experience is strongly preferred, but not required)
- Strong writing skills
- Proficiency with online medium including social media
- Experience with direct client relations/communications
Interested candidates should email bgrantham@fwv-us.com with an up-to-date resume (and writing samples, if available).
FWV Fetching, the Pet & Veterinary division of French|West|Vaughan is seeking an experienced public relations and social media account supervisor. The right candidate will oversee accounts; manage public relations programs; pitch national, regional and local media outlets as well ad veterinary and pet industry trades ; develop press materials; and manage social media channels including developing content and executing promotions for agency clients. Candidates should have five to seven years of public relations experience, with preference shown to candidates with agency experience and/or social media experience.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Take a leading role in developing and executing public relations and integrated marketing plans for FWV Fetching's pet and veterinary accounts
- Create press releases, pitches, client backgrounders, fact sheets and other press assets
- Utilize online technologies, especially social media
- Compile and maintain media lists
- Monitor and report on media coverage
- Develop and manage schedules for multiple clients and deliverables
- Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing communications
- Communicate directly with clients on a daily basis and provide ongoing strategic counsel
- Help manage and mentor junior level team members
Specific Requirements:
- BA/BS degree in public relations, journalism, marketing or related field
- Five to seven years of public relations experience - agency experience is required
- Strong writing skills
- Proficiency with social media
- Experience with direct client relations/communications
Interested candidates should email llindley@fwv-us.com with an up-to-date resume, a LinkedIn profile url, along with salary requirements.
We are seeking a handful of bright and eager students to join our agency and experience the fast-paced environment of an award-winning Marketing & PR agency.
Public Relations Intern(s)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Aid in the development of ideas in support of public relations, advertising and marketing initiatives for clients (conduct research, brainstorm ideas, etc.)
- Draft press materials (press releases, media alerts, pitches, etc.)
- Build and maintain media lists and conduct media outreach
- Strong writing, speaking, research and creative thinking skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
Social Media Intern(s)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Draft/Research social media content and strategies
- Execute, monitor and report on social media campaigns
- Perform research on digital trends for current and potential clients
- Strong writing, speaking, research and creative thinking skills
- Social media savvy
- Knowledge of social media planning/reporting tools
Qualifications
Creative Intern(s)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Design clear engaging graphic communications for print and web including logos, branded promotional items, posters, and other marketing materials
- Collaborate with the marketing department and support campaigns with design solutions
- Basic computer processing skills including Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
- Excellent time management skills
Qualifications
Interested candidates should email Colleen Ridder cridder@fwv-us.com and Morgan Dougherty mdougherty@fwv-us.com with an updated resume, writing samples and design work, if applicable.
