Junior Web Developer Job Posting



Job Title: Web Development Apprentice
Company: Answers Media
Position Type: Contract
Pay Rate: TBD
Date Posted: Aug-07-09

Answers Media is Chicago's largest and most advanced video facility. We deliver best-in-class video content to the web, and we're looking for a web development apprentice.

The ideal applicant for this position is extremely detail-oriented, excited by emerging web trends and is pursuing a career in web development. Your portfolio should demonstrate strong typographical skills and respect for the importance of communication in all design projects.

Candidate Overview:
The ideal candidate will be a senior-level college student majoring in web development and/or web design or a recent graduate (within the last year). This individual will be expected to demonstrate deadline adherence, attention to detail, punctuality, reliability and a willingness to work and learn.

Required:
- Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver
- General knowledge of web technologies and how they impact development
- Punctuality
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent detail orientation
- Knowledge of ASP and PHP
- Light programming capabilities - XML, RSS, Java Script, etc.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Desired:
- Flex capabilities
- ActionScript capabilities
- Web analytics (Omniture Site Catalyst, Lime Light, etc)

Responsibilities Overview:
- Loading of meta-data via proprietary CMS
- Layout and production of web pages and print materials
- Execute directed fact finding and information gathering on the healthcare web space
- Other task as needs arise
- Conduct Quality Assurance of ATV and affiliate sites

Scheduling:
This position requires daily attendance at AnswersMedia. The length of engagement is the duration of the fall semester, or roughly 15 weeks. Work hours are 8:30-5pm with flexibility possible if needed.

Contact Details:

Location: US-IL-Chicago
Telecommute: No (Onsite Position)
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URL: http://www.answersmediainc.com/
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Interested parties should forward their PDF portfolio and web site links to: jobs@answersmediainc.com. You must specify ?Web Development Apprentice? in the subject field, and please - no faxes, phone calls or mail.

Answers Media, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, citizenship, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other status protected by law.
? Location: Chicago, Illinois
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