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Ironistic Digital Strategists are responsible for overseeing the ongoing marketing and evolution of our client’s brand and online presence. Most importantly, our Strategists continuously think on behalf of our clients to foster growth and innovation.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 3+ years of experience in digital marketing or related field
• Proven work experience as a marketing strategist or marketing manager
• Demonstrable experience with marketing campaigns and web technologies
• A well-rounded understanding of all areas of digital marketing
• Familiarity with SEO/SEM, Google Analytics, CRM software, and Content Management Systems
• An understanding of web design and highly effective UX/UI
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Team management skills
• BS degree in Marketing or relevant field

Responsibilities will include:

• Fostering client relationships
• Coordinating and collaborating with clients to continuously optimize and evolve their online presence
• Coordinating and leading internal design, development and marketing teams on behalf of the client
• Day-to-day management of tasks and schedules of team members and reviews of work completed
• Thinking strategically to develop client marketing plans proactively
• Creating strategic plans (scope documents, budget plans, timelines, etc.) for client projects
• Planning, management, and analysis of campaigns
• Assist in planning for zombie apocalypse or similar type disasters

Benefits:

• Health & Life Insurance – Premiums for employee paid by Ironistic
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education fund – always keep learning!
• “Thinking Thursday” day once per month – Explore the latest trends in the digital world!
• SmartTrip Metro Benefits (in DC area)
• Various monthly rewards for doing great work and being a team player
• Awesome office amenities: Shuffleboard tables, treadmill desk, open/collaborative spaces, and snacks/drinks!

Ironistic Marketing Coordinators are responsible for supporting Digital Strategists in developing and implementing integrated marketing communications campaigns for a variety of clients. Most importantly, our coordinators foster communication and collaboration between Ironistic team members – designers, developers, marketers, and technicians. Marketing Coordinators assist with managing schedules and executing marketing tasks with high quality and attention to detail under the direction set by the Digital Strategist.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of clients
• Regular communication and liaison with clients and preparation of meeting agendas
• Day-to-day management of tasks and schedules of team members (marketing specialists, designers, and developers)
• Pro-active leadership that encourages teams to perform to the best of their ability
• Generation of accurate marketing reports and status notifications
• Work with account strategist on pitching fresh and innovative ideas to clients
• Completing projects to a specific schedule and within an agreed budget
• Using industry knowledge and skills to push clients and the team in the most productive direction
• Organization of gathering client feedback
• Conduct market research to find answers about consumer requirements, habits, and trends
• Collaborate with marketing strategists and account managers to brainstorm and develop ideas for creative marketing campaigns
• Assist in outbound and inbound marketing activities by demonstrating expertise in various areas (content development and optimization, advertising, etc).
• Liaise with third party vendors to execute promotional events and campaigns
• Collaborate with marketing and other professions to coordinate brand awareness and marketing efforts
• Plan and execute initiatives to reach clients’ target audiences through appropriate channels (SEO/SEM, social media, e-mail, etc.)
• Assist in analyzing marketing data (campaign results, conversion rates, website traffic, etc.)
• Undertake individual tasks of marketing plans as assigned by the marketing account manager

Requirements

• Significant experience in professional-client relationship management
• A solid background in advertising, design and/or marketing
• The ability to efficiently and effectively plan and strategize
• A persuasive and confident approach to creative projects
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective team management capabilities
• Keen attention to detail and management of budgetary restraints
• Full awareness of creative processes and techniques
• The ability to work as an authoritative figure in a busy team
• Proven experience as a marketing specialist, marketing assistant or similar role
• Thorough understanding of digital marketing elements and marketing research methods
• Demonstrable experience in marketing data analytics and tools
• Solid computer skills including MS Office, marketing software and applications.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS and web development tools desired
• Exceptional communication and writing skills
• BS degree in Marketing or relevant field

Benefits:

• Health & Life Insurance – Premiums for employee paid by Ironistic
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education fund – always keep learning!
• “Free” day once per month – Explore the latest trends in the digital world!
• SmartTrip Metro Benefits (DC area)
• Various month rewards for doing great work and being a team player
• Awesome office amenities: Shuffleboard tables, treadmill desk, arcade game, open/collaborative spaces, and snacks/drinks!

**This is a local Alexandria, VA position**
*Occasional work from home/wherever is totally cool though*

Ironistic front end developers are the glue that holds our web solutions together. The Front End Developer will work as part of a collaborative development team to support the creation and maintenance of websites and apps alike. Daily work touches on all aspects of website development from requirements gathering and coding, to quality assurance and client communication. It’s important to take pride in your work and the benefits you provide to clients, big or small.

This position is a fast paced, highly collaborative role. You will be working on something new every day, and we strongly encourage and support ongoing growth in knowledge and skillset among our entire team. Continuing education initiatives and a very engaging team support structure are here to help you grow in your role as a Front End Developer.

The ideal Front End Developer will include the following:

• 2+ years of experience in front-end (UI) development
• Experience developing both small theme-based sites as well as large custom websites in PHP platforms/CMS including WordPress (more is better!)
• Experience developing in an object oriented programming language (PHP, Javascript, Angular.js, etc)
• Expert in HTML5 and CSS3
• Working knowledge of Javascript and jQuery
• Experience with website performance and UI optimization
• Comprehensive knowledge of web development best practices, standards, and proven ability to use core UI technologies

Front End Developer duties include:

• Interacting closely with project management, designers, back-end programmers, and clients
• Working with the UI designers and other developers to integrate the front-end code with the back-end platform
• Participating in project requirement planning and estimating
• Architecting, implementing and launching highly-visible, user-facing features
• Building, testing, deploying, and maintaining front-end code for web pages and applications in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery

Other requirements for Front End Developer include:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or relevant work experience – We all took unique paths to get here too.
• Strong portfolio and code samples – Let’s see your stuff!
• Strong communication and customer-service skills – Yes, you will have to talk and meet with clients on occasion. ?
• Ability to perform with minimal direction or supervision – Must be self-motivated.
• Ability to work well within a team environment – Stop, collaborate, and listen!

Benefits:

• Health & Life Insurance – Premiums for employee paid by Ironistic
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education fund – always keep learning!
• “Free” day once per month – Explore the latest trends in the digital world!
• SmartTrip Metro Benefits (if in DC area)
• Various monthly rewards for doing great work and being a team player
• Awesome office amenities: Shuffleboard tables, treadmill desk, arcade game, open/collaborative spaces, and snacks/drinks!

Ironistic is an awesome blend of a traditional web development shop as well as a digital marketing agency, and we’re looking for the right person to join our team as a Website Development Project Manager. The Project Manager is responsible for leading our design and development team in building fantastic websites and apps. Communication and organization are absolutely essential for this position.

The ideal Project Manager will include the following:

• 1-3 years of experience in website project management
• Comprehensive knowledge of web development practices and standards
• Ability to plan, monitor, and communicate all aspects of a web development project
• Ability to communicate effectively with Ironistic staff and Ironistic clients across all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Experience leading the build for both small theme-based sites as well as large custom websites
• Must be able to manage multiple projects at once and be able to problem solve during high volume times
• Understanding of SEO best practices
• Multiple CMS experiences a plus

Project Manager duties include:

• Interacting closely with designers, developers, marketers and all development team members
• Work directly with Ironistic clients to successfully build out their projects
• Ensure projects successfully remain on time and on budget
• Lead project planning and estimating
• Communicate and manage all project requirements and timelines both internally and externally

Other requirements for Project Manager include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or Relevant Work Experience
• Strong communication skills and customer-service skills
• Ability to be able to perform with little direction or supervision
• Ability to work well within a team environment

Benefits:

• Health & Life Insurance – Premiums for employee paid by Ironistic
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education fund – always keep learning!
• “Free” day once per month – Explore the latest trends in the digital world!
• SmartTrip Metro Benefits (if in DC area)
• Various monthly rewards for doing great work and being a team player
• Awesome office amenities: Shuffleboard tables, treadmill desk, arcade game, open/collaborative spaces, and snacks/drinks!