Virilion

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Current Openings:

• Programmer

  Programmer

  Full-time permanent position.
  Location: DC, Austin or Boston

  Work with one of the nation’s premier online communications firms providing effective online strategies and solutions for public affairs campaigns. Its clients include many of the nation’s leading associations, coalitions, non-profit organizations, corporations, and foundations working on a broad range of issues. Their award-winning efforts have set the standard for innovation, creativity, and results.

  REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related major
  • 3-5 years of relevant technology experience;
  • Proficient with PHP or ColdFusion;
  • Experience with Apache is a plus;
  • Comfortable with Unix, database driven web environments;
  • Experience in a MS SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL or PostgreSQL environment;
  • Experience estimating level of effort for technical work;
  • Candidate must be familiar with all phases of the software development lifecycle;
  • Manage requirements, design, schedule, and project documentation;
  • Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical individuals;
  • Microsoft certification is a plus

  SUMMARY
  Work with a team of experienced communicators and technologists who understand the strategic application of message, design, and technology to help their clients work seamlessly. Consult with client services and conceptualize requirements for the design and administration of complex applications to accommodate a variety of user needs. Recent examples of potential projects for the technical staff might include:

  • Content Management Solutions
  • Custom PDF Generators
  • IVR Applications
  • Mobile & Wireless Applications
  • Geographic Data & Mapping Applications
  • Database Integration
  • Kiosk development
  • Contribution Processing
  • Multimedia High Traffic Hosting
  • Legislative Data Matching
  • Constituent Management Systems
  • Letter Campaign

  PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
  • This person must be a team player with strong organizational, communication and people skills.
  • Intellectually curious with innovative and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Tenacious in meeting deadlines, well organized, adapt at managing peak workloads through an understanding of what work to take on him/herself and what work to delegate to others.
  • This individual must have uncompromising personal integrity, as well as a high-level of respect for all individuals.
  • Ability and desire to network within the community to promote the company.
  • Articulate – Strong oral and written communications skills.
  • A pragmatic and professional nature.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and to handle a heavy workload.
  • A hard worker and self-starter – Highly motivated.
  • Able to enthuse others with his/her personal dynamics.
  • A real “hands-on” professional.
  • A person who works well in shared-decision making environments.
  • Strategic – Capable of developing and implementing a highly proactive online strategy that compliments their clients’ goals and vision on Brand as well as lines of business opportunities.
  • Incredible energy level and very outgoing.
  • Strong organizational and execution skills; strong leadership and impact skills; creative and innovative; demonstrability bright; a quick thinker.
  • A relationship builder and a team player.
  • Able to effectively work cross-functionally and gain consensus when needed.
  • Results-oriented.

  To apply, please send resume and cover letter with salary expectations to jobs@virilion.com

• Account Manager

  Account Manager

  Full-time permanent position.
  Location: DC or Boston

  Bring your client leadership, strategy, and people skills to an innovative and entrepreneurial interactive agency! Virilion (formerly Mindshare Interactive Campaigns) has ten years of experience in interactive marketing serving the world of issues and ideas. We help corporations, alliances, institutions, and non-profit organizations build awareness across diverse digital platforms, engage and educate people, and inspire action.
  

  Our Account Management team is responsible for making everything happen. They plan, lead, and manage all our clients’ projects and make sure that we deliver great work. As an Account Manager, you would be responsible for leading clients and ensuring our work creates measurable results.

  We are looking for the right Account Manager to join Virilion – with energy, enthusiasm, and the strategic insights and practical experiences to make it happen!

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead client relationships and manage them for profitability
  • Understand client organization, goals and objectives, and develop strategic approach to assist client in reaching those goals leveraging digital media and channels
  • Provide team leadership and oversee day-to-day activities including project planning, status reporting, billing/invoicing, and vendor and partner management
  • Develop estimations and formulate pricing for all client work
  • Coordinate staffing with scheduling department including identifying risks and building contingency plans
  • Ensure deliverables are at the highest quality and within budget and time frame
  • Understand and help advance Virilion’s business processes
  • Continuously uncover and present innovative ideas to clients

  SUCCESS FACTORS
  • Winning presence
  • Self-motivated
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Adept at delegating and managing internal staff
  • Passion for interactive technologies and techniques
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with a working knowledge of MS Project and Visio
  • College degree, Master’s degree a plus
  • Public affairs experience a plus
  • 5+ years experience in online strategy, interactive marketing, Web design, and related project management

  To apply, please send resume and cover letter with salary expectations to jobs@virilion.com