Loren Harris

Growing Team Seeks New Business Development Director : Baltimore, MD : Permanent

Thu, 09 May 2013 13:42:22 EDT

Are you an Amazing Account Director? Do you LOVE working with your clients and providing solutions? Do you LOVE sales and the delivering first class customer service? We are looking for an energetic Account Director to join our high performing group and we think you might be the one for our team! Are you?

At Aquent, we’re looking for Account Directors that are client service gurus who can keep multiple plates spinning while making it look effortless. You don't actually have to spin plates BUT if you can really do it, a Lunch and Learn could be in your future!

About Us
Not only is Aquent a company that provides marketing and design staffing solutions to much of the Fortune 500, it’s a place where work sometimes feels like play, and where you’ll meet tons of motivated and forward-thinking people. We’re consistently rated best in the industry because of our results-oriented service, and we want to keep the trophies coming!

As Aquent continues to expand, we’re seeking individuals to join our team of Account Directors who have a knack for seeking out new clients as well as fostering relationships with the existing ones. This is a position where innovative ideas are valued, efforts applauded, and achievements recognized. We prioritize a work-life balance, and support one another so that when it’s time to take it easy we know we can do just that.

About You
Yes, there ARE requirements for this position. Qualified candidates will have:

A winning personality and desire to connect with clients, assertive sales and closing ability, as well as demonstrated strength in all aspects of the sales process.

Previously worked in the staffing industry and with creative and marketing departments.
Experience with growing existing business as well as obtaining new business.
Working knowledge of the advertising, digital or interactive business, and familiarity with common interactive technology.
Account Management experience providing the utmost service to a customer base primarily made up of Fortune 500 companies.
The A-game of a team player who can keep smiling even when faced with a problem.
A bachelors degree in business, marketing, design, or a related field; or experience commensurate with such an education.
Confirmed networking ability

What You Get
Competitive pay, great benefits, lots of perks (think retail discounts), house in Hawaii to use for vacation (really!), and time off to use them.

Sound like a place to home? Apply today!

Growing Team Seeks New Agent | Creative Recruiter for Cool Job! : Austin, TX : Permanent

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:30:03 EDT

Do you enjoy understanding customer’s needs, networking, and making connections? Then we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Aquent is looking for a Creative and Marketing Recruiter to join our team that focuses on content, design, marketing and staffing solutions. Come join our team and recruit graphic design,(UI/UX/Interactive), interactive content, digital marketing talent and other creative and digital talent. Work with our clients to fulfill their hiring needs! Here are the details: Agent Responsibilities: · Develop and implement effective and innovative recruiting strategies for attracting and sourcing high quality candidates for client companies · Develop talent pool through creative sourcing techniques including social networking, referral generation, networking, direct sourcing, and advanced Internet sourcing · Participate in technology and design events, user groups, and industry specific interest groups to build relationships and a candidate pipeline · Establish and maintain solid working relationships with client hiring managers by understanding their needs · Interview, screen, and match candidates to our clients needs · Manage full life cycle hiring process with candidates and clients · Develop account strategies to grow our business Required Skills & Qualifications: · BA/BS degree in Business, Communication, Technology, Project Management or related discipline preferred · 2-3 years of creative design, marketing and/or technical recruiting experience. Experience recruiting and sourcing positions such as Mobile App and Web developers, UX/UI and Interaction designers, eCommerce, Product and Social Media Marketing Managers a huge plus. · Demonstrated recruiting experience leveraging social networking avenues such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter · Professional experience in the design and/or marketing discipline a big plus · Knowledge of new technologies, design methodologies and design/marketing industry trends · Ability to identify quality design talent and assess portfolios. · A “do what it takes to get the job done” attitude · Excellent problem solving skills with an ability to focus quickly on the key issues · Strong initiative, self-drive and motivation · Excellent customer service, account development, and relationship-building skills · Strong negotiation/closing skills and creative follow through skills · Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills · Creative and innovative thinker · Ability to work independently as well as in a team · Ability to be flexible and adaptable · Strong knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and database systems · Most of all, a passion for marketing, design and technology! Aquent is a firm that specializes in content development, design, and marketing solutions. For more than 20 years, we have helped provide outsourcing and staffing solutions to clients globally. We're a minority-owned, caring, and creative firm, committed to making a difference in the world. Check us out at www.aquent.com.

Hunter Wanted: Entry Level Business Development Manager | Account Executive : Houston, TX : Permanent

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:30:02 EDT

Once upon a time, there was an awesome company filled with people who genuinely loved helping others. This company spent 25 years getting better and better at what they did: Marketing and Creative Staffing. They lived it, they breathed it – and they thrived.

Then one day that awesome company thought, “Hey, why not bring in some new people who can learn the business from the ground up and help us bring in new business and WOW more Clients.”

They knew this role would be critical to their growth, so this superstar salesperson would have some big responsibilities:

* Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of clients by following a sound sales process, developing relationships & cross-selling all our Creative and Marketing segments
* Generate high number of new and repeat orders by calling lots of clients to ask for business and delivering fanatical customer service as we learn how we can help them
* Know our “A-List” Creative Talent and promote them to clients through calls and marketing
* Leverage Talent Agent Creative and Marketing subject matter expertise to uncover client opportunities
* Actively participate and network with professionals within the design and marketing community to stay on top of industry trends and share your knowledge with others
* Respond with remarkable speed and quality to incoming client requests while working hard to proactively find work for Talent on an ongoing basis
* Be an incredible team player who works hard to help our team, our Talent, and our clients as we all get smarter and grow, grow, grow!

Sound like something you have the skills and interest to be GREAT at? Then read on for what you’ll need to bring with you to be considered:

* A Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in marketing, business, advertising, psychology, communications or related field
* Experience working as part of a team, responsible for doing business over the phone; internship experience is great!
* An online network (active LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Twitter user very comfortable connecting with people online and offline)
* Interactive design and/or technology experience is fabulous
* Passion for advertising, interactive, and design fields necessary
* Excellent written communication skills & strong verbal skills

If you’re interested in joining one of the coolest teams out there, then send us your resume and professional online/social media contact info.

More Cool Stuff About Aquent:

* Work/life balance. We say it, we mean it.
* Generous benefits package: medical, vision, and dental benefits, generous 401(k) plan, FSA, tuition reimbursement, paid sick/vacation time, and more.
* Vacation when you need it. Unusually generous and flexible vacation offered; we believe in rewarding hard work as you achieve your goals!
* Free use of company's Hawaii and Florida beach houses.
* Individualistic Approach. Aquent encourages adding a personal touch to your work. We don't believe in a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
* Industry Reputation. We're the world's largest Creative and Marketing staffing firm.

Growing Team Seeks New Agent | Creative Recruiter for Cool Job! : Houston, TX : Permanent

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:30:03 EDT

Growing Team Seeks New Business Development Manager | Account Executive : Silicon Valley, Ca : Permanent

Wed, 01 May 2013 20:30:04 EDT

Once upon a time, there was an awesome company filled with people who genuinely loved helping others. This company spent 25 years getting better and better at what they did: Marketing and Creative Staffing. They lived it, they breathed it – and they thrived.

Then one day that awesome company thought, “Hey, why not bring in some new people who can learn the business from the ground up and help us bring in new business and WOW more Clients.”

They knew this role would be critical to their growth, so this superstar salesperson would have some big responsibilities:

* Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of clients by following a sound sales process, developing relationships & cross-selling all our Creative and Marketing segments
* Generate high number of new and repeat orders by meeting clients, understanding their business initiatives and delivering fanatical customer service as we learn how we can help them achieve their goals
* Know our “A-List” Creative Talent and promote them to clients through calls and marketing
* Growing business within Fortune 500 and 1000 companies
* Enterprise selling experience. Formal sales training such as Spin Selling or Miller Heiman would be a plus.
* Experience working as part of a team, responsible for doing business over the phone and in-person; internship experience is great!
* Leverage Talent Agent Creative and Marketing subject matter expertise to uncover client opportunities
* Actively participate and network with professionals within the design, technology and marketing community to stay on top of industry trends and share your knowledge with others
* Respond with remarkable speed and quality to incoming client requests while working hard to proactively find work for Talent on an ongoing basis
* Be an incredible team player who works hard to help our team, our Talent, and our clients as we all get smarter and grow, grow, grow!

Sound like something you have the skills and interest to be GREAT at? Then read on for what you’ll need to bring with you to be considered:

* A Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in marketing, business, technology, psychology, communications or related field
* Experience working as part of a team, responsible for doing business over the phone; internship experience is great!
* An online network (active LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Twitter user very comfortable connecting with people online and offline)
* 2+ years of experience working in the Technology market (software industry a plus) is necessary.
* Passion for the technology, interactive and design fields necessary
* Excellent written communication skills & strong verbal skills

If you’re interested in joining one of the coolest teams out there, then send us your resume and professional online/social media contact info.

More Cool Stuff About Aquent:

* Work/life balance. We say it, we mean it.
* Generous benefits package: medical, vision, and dental benefits, generous 401(k) plan, FSA, tuition reimbursement, paid sick/vacation time, and more.
* Vacation when you need it. Unusually generous and flexible vacation offered; we believe in rewarding hard work as you achieve your goals!
* Free use of company's Hawaii and Florida beach houses.
* Individualistic Approach. Aquent encourages adding a personal touch to your work. We don't believe in a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
* Industry Reputation. We're the world's largest Creative and Marketing staffing firm.

Creative and Desgn Recruiter Wanted! : Seattle, WA : Permanent

Thu, 02 May 2013 21:30:02 EDT

Do you enjoy understanding customer’s needs, networking, and making connections? Then we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Aquent is looking for a Creative and Marketing Recruiter to join our team that focuses on content, design, marketing and staffing solutions. Come join our team and recruit product designers (UI/UX/Interactive), graphic designers, 3-D artists & game designers, art directors, information architects, production artists, marketing managers, product marketing managers, search and digital marketing specialists, events managers and other creative and marketing professionals and work with our clients to fulfill their hiring needs! Here are the details:

Agent

Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement effective and innovative recruiting strategies for attracting and sourcing high quality candidates for client companies

· Develop talent pool through creative sourcing techniques including social networking, referral generation, networking, direct sourcing, and advanced internet sourcing

· Participate in marketing events, user groups, and industry specific interest groups to build relationships and a candidate pipeline

· Establish and maintain solid working relationships with client hiring managers by understanding their needs

· Interview, screen, and match candidates to our clients needs

· Manage full life cycle hiring process with candidates and clients

· Develop account strategies to grow our business

Required Skills & Qualifications:

· BA/BS degree in Business, Communication, Human Resources, Project Management or related discipline preferred

· 2-3 years of creative & design, marketing, and/or technical recruiting experience

· Demonstrated recruiting experience leveraging social networking avenues such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter

· Professional experience in the design and/or marketing discipline a big plus

· Knowledge of new technologies, design methodologies and design/marketing industry trends

· Ability to identify quality design talent and assess portfolios

· A “do what it takes to get the job done” attitude

· Excellent problem solving skills with an ability to focus quickly on the key issues

· Strong initiative, self-drive and motivation

· Excellent customer service, account development, and relationship-building skills

· Strong negotiation/closing skills and creative follow through skills

· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

· Creative and innovative thinker

· Ability to work independently as well as in a team

· Ability to be flexible and adaptable

· Strong knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and database systems

· Most of all, a passion for marketing, design and technology!

Aquent is a firm that specializes in content development, design, and marketing solutions. For more than 20 years, we have helped provide outsourcing and staffing solutions to clients globally. We're a minority-owned, caring, and creative firm, committed to making a difference in the world. Check us out at www.aquent.com.

Growing Team Seeks New Agent | Recruiter for Cool Job! : Silicon Valley, CA : Permanent

Wed, 01 May 2013 20:30:03 EDT

Do you enjoy understanding customer’s needs, networking, and making connections? Then we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Aquent is looking for a Creative and Marketing Recruiter to join our team that focuses on content, design, marketing and staffing solutions. Come join our team and recruit graphic design,(UI/UX/Interactive), interactive content, digital marketing talent and other creative and digital talent. Work with our clients to fulfill their hiring needs! Here are the details:

Agent

Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement effective and innovative recruiting strategies for attracting and sourcing high quality candidates for client companies

· Develop talent pool through creative sourcing techniques including social networking, referral generation, networking, direct sourcing, and advanced Internet sourcing

· Participate in technology and design events, user groups, and industry specific interest groups to build relationships and a candidate pipeline

· Establish and maintain solid working relationships with client hiring managers by understanding their needs

· Interview, screen, and match candidates to our clients needs

· Manage full life cycle hiring process with candidates and clients

· Develop account strategies to grow our business

Required Skills & Qualifications:

· BA/BS degree in Business, Communication, Technology, Project Management or related discipline preferred

· 2-3 years of creative design, marketing and/or technical recruiting experience. Experience recruiting and sourcing positions such as Mobile App and Web developers, UX/UI and Interaction designers, eCommerce, Product and Social Media Marketing Managers a huge plus.

· Demonstrated recruiting experience leveraging social networking avenues such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter

· Professional experience in the design and/or marketing discipline a big plus

· Knowledge of new technologies, design methodologies and design/marketing industry trends

· Ability to identify quality design talent and assess portfolios.

· A “do what it takes to get the job done” attitude

· Excellent problem solving skills with an ability to focus quickly on the key issues

· Strong initiative, self-drive and motivation

· Excellent customer service, account development, and relationship-building skills

· Strong negotiation/closing skills and creative follow through skills

· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

· Creative and innovative thinker

· Ability to work independently as well as in a team

· Ability to be flexible and adaptable

· Strong knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and database systems

· Most of all, a passion for marketing, design and technology!

Aquent is a firm that specializes in content development, design, and marketing solutions. For more than 20 years, we have helped provide outsourcing and staffing solutions to clients globally. We're a minority-owned, caring, and creative firm, committed to making a difference in the world. Check us out at www.aquent.com.

Account Director-Healthcare/Pharma : Iselin, New Jersey : Permanent

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:15:02 EDT