BACK-END DEVELOPER

MediaStorm is looking for a passionate and self-motivated Back-End Developer to implement and customize PHP and MySQL code for MediaStorm's publication and client projects.

The ideal candidate will have proven technical expertise in creating scalable, database-driven web applications and websites in PHP, MySQL and MVC frameworks such as CodeIgniter. They will be working with front-end developers and interactive designers to lead and execute development.

• Code back-end website solutions in PHP and MySQL
• Develop and maintain elastic cloud scaling servers (Amazon EC2), along with other cloud-based third-party applications (Zencoder, Braintree, etc.)
• Develop back-end strategies for large-scale projects
• Develop innovative production and workflow tools
• Work with Front-End Developers, Interactive Designers and Project Managers to establish production timelines
• Participate in client meetings and develop to their needs
• Work with designers to implement designs and user interfaces
• Be responsible for testing code across browsers and platforms
• Be responsible for unit-testing, and front-testing using Selenium
• Build database applications for in-house data storage needs as well as for web site data delivery
• Maintain a development environment (Git)
• Manage deployment of code updates to live websites
• Keep up-to-date with new back-end technologies

• At least three years of professional development experience
• Advanced knowledge of PHP and MySQL
• Knowledge of PHP frameworks
• Commanding knowledge of Object Oriented Programming
• Experience with Facebook Connect and the Facebook API
• An appreciation of well designed and implemented user interfaces
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team
• Ability to self-manage and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work virtually if necessary
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in building large-scale community websites
• Understanding of HTML/CSS integration
• Understanding of web standards and compliance
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of Ruby and Python a plus.
• Experience in Drupal a plus.
• Experience with jQuery, Backbone.js, and other JavaScript libraries a plus

FRONT-END DEVELOPER

MediaStorm is looking for a passionate and self-motivated Front-End Developer to implement and maintain web-based applications and websites for MediaStorm's publication and client projects, as well as in-house and public-facing products and tools.

The ideal candidate will have proven technical expertise in creating complex web sites and applications using modern front-end technologies and frameworks. They will be working with back-end developers and interactive designers to lead and execute development.

• Develop innovative production and workflow tools
• Work with Back-End Developers, Interactive Designers and Project Managers to establish production timelines
• Participate in client meetings and develop to their needs
• Work with designers to implement designs and user interfaces
• Be responsible for testing code across browsers and platforms
• Manage deployment of code updates to live websites
• Remain up-to-date with new web development trends and technologies

• At least three years of professional development experience
• Strong knowledge of Javascript, CSS2/3, standards-compliant HTML5/XHTML, and general OOP concepts
• Strong experience with jQuery, Backbone.js, and other JavaScript libraries and frameworks such as node.js and Coffeescript
• Experience with modern development workflow, testing, and version control tools (Git)
• An appreciation of well-designed user interfaces
• Experience in building large-scale community websites
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team
• Ability to self-manage and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work remotely if necessary
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with Facebook Connect and the Facebook API a plus
• Experience in Drupal a plus
• Some knowledge of server-side development a plus
• Some experience with mobile app development a plus

INTERNS

MediaStorm is looking for interns. If you're motivated, highly-organized, and passionate about multimedia, we'd love to hear from you.

Start dates are flexible. We're looking for experience in multimedia production, design, motion graphics, and/or programming for web. Internships will be paid.

Available positions include:

• Producers
• Motion Graphics
• Interactive Design
• Development

To apply for a MediaStorm Internship, click here.
You will need to include:

• Links to pieces you've produced/collaborated on (please indicate role in each)
• Available start/end dates
• Hours/week available
• For Multimedia Producers: Familiarity with Premiere, Photoshop and Aperture
• For Motion Graphics: Familiarity with After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and typography skills; Premiere Pro and Cinema 4D a plus
• For Interactive Designers: Familiarity with Javascript, HTML5, CSS, Flash, After Effects, etc.
• For Developers: Familiarity with common programming languages and MySQL

• July 15 - Fall Internship (September - December)
• November 1 - Spring Internship (January - April)
• January 15 - Summer Internship (May - August)

PROFESSIONALS IN RESIDENCE

If you're motivated, highly-organized, and passionate about multimedia, and looking for some growth and inspiration in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Start dates for Residencies are flexible. We're looking for experience in multimedia production, design, motion graphics, and/or programming for web. Residencies will be paid.

Information on applying for this program will be updated here shortly.
You will need to include:

• Links to pieces you've produced/collaborated on (please indicate role in each)
• Available start/end dates
• Hours/week available
• For Multimedia Producers: Familiarity with Premiere, Photoshop and Aperture
• For Interactive Designers: Familiarity with Javascript, HTML5, CSS, Flash, After Effects, etc.
• For Developers: Familiarity with common programming languages and MySQL

AD SALES

MediaStorm is looking for a motivated person with online ad sales experience. The ideal candidate is a proven closer looking for the opportunity to grow ad revenue for MediaStorm from the ground up. Traditional ad sales experience is required, but we're also looking for a creative individual who can conceptualize and implement integrated ad campaigns across multiple platforms.

• Sell strategic, targeted ads that resonate with our brand values and audience
• Manage ad inventory and planning
• Establish and cultivate key industry relationships
• Be responsible for entire ad product cycle, from negotiating to delivery and optimization

• Comprehensive understanding of online video advertising and marketing
• Must have considerable knowledge of online analytics and tracking systems
• Previous experience managing budding online ad sales efforts
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team
• Ability to self-manage and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work virtually and to travel as necessary

This position is based in Brooklyn, NY.

BUSINESS & PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

MediaStorm is looking for a Business & Partnership Development superstar to focus on the intersection of fundraising, partnerships, marketing and distribution. This role works with the entire MediaStorm team, in particular the Executive Producer, to ensure that MediaStorm’s work is funded; marketed; and has impact.

The ideal candidate should have an intimate understanding of the online video marketplace and world class grant writing abilities. This position is located in Brooklyn, New York.

• Develop proposals for grants, sponsorships and other funding opportunities
• Develop detailed client project proposals and budgets
• Develop Stakeholder Analysis including R&D on audience, key players, funders, sponsors and distributors
• Develop sponsorship plan for MediaStorm’s online training and workshops
• Develop audience engagement strategy and metrics to measure impact
• Develop and implement syndication and distribution strategy

• A passion for interactive, multimedia storytelling
• Experience with grant writing
• Experience executing media distribution and partnership deals
• A passion for interactive, multimedia storytelling
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team
• Ability to self-manage and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work virtually and to travel as necessary
• Ability to move comfortably between journalism, non-profit, and corporate sectors
• Strong writing and communication skills

INTERACTIVE DESIGNER

MediaStorm is looking for a passionate and self-motivated Interactive Designer to further shape the look and feel of MediaStorm.com as well as projects for MediaStorm's clients and workshops.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing cutting-edge user interfaces and developing interactive design specs. Experience designing across multiple media (broadcast, print, online and mobile) is a strong plus.

• Design websites and interactive applications
• Create graphics for world-class multimedia pieces
• Create marketing products for web, broadcast and print
• Conceptualize and document requirements for user interfaces
• Work with Multimedia Producers, Developers and Project Managers to establish production timelines
• Participate in client meetings and design to their needs
• Work with developers to implement designs and interfaces

• A passion for design and a strong visual style
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team
• Ability to self-manage and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work virtually and to travel as necessary
• A strong appreciation for photography and multimedia storytelling
• At least two years of professional digital design experience, focus on interactive media a plus
• Ability to use typography, layout, color, images, motion and interactivity to create strong designs
• Knowledge and skill with digital design applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, etc.
• Ability to work in Flash and HTML/CSS/Javascript required

MOTION DESIGNER

MediaStorm is looking for an experienced motion designer to collaborate with designers and producers on projects for MediaStorm’s clients, workshops and publication. The ideal candidate will be able to conceptualize and execute stand-alone motion graphics, as well as, motion graphics packages that integrate into multimedia projects.

• Conceptualize and create style frames and storyboards
• Design and animate motion graphics
• Work with Multimedia Producers, Interactive Designers, and Project Managers to establish production timelines
• Participate in client meetings and be able to design to their needs

• Expert Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator skills
• Advanced Cinema 4D skills (or comparable 3D application)
• Strong typography skills
• Experience designing across multiple media (broadcast, online, mobile and print)
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects at once
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
• Working knowledge of Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro a huge plus
• At least three years experience in motion design

Please send us a link to your reel, resume and any projects that best represent your style.

MULTIMEDIA PRODUCER / CINEMATOGRAPHER

MediaStorm is looking for a passionate and motivated Multimedia Producer / Cinematographer to create compelling multimedia pieces for our publication, workshops and clients.

The ideal candidate will have experience producing in both linear and interactive storytelling formats. Strong narrative writing skills as well as audio, video, and picture editing experience is required.

• Produce cutting-edge multimedia pieces
• Work with and guide photographers, filmmakers, audio reporters, and musicians
• Write scripts and introductions for voice-over narration
• Evaluate multimedia submissions for possible publication
• Conceive innovative storytelling approaches to further MediaStorm's storytelling mission
• Work with Interactive Designers and Project Managers to establish production timelines
• Participate in client meetings and work with content sources to fulfill our client's production needs
• Write blog posts
• Teach multimedia storytelling and lead original reporting efforts at our workshops

• Experience shooting with HDSLRs is a strong plus.
• A passion for interactive, multimedia storytelling
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team
• Ability to self-manage and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work virtually and to travel as necessary
• At least two years of experience in multimedia journalism
• Strong broadcast and multimedia writing skills
• Professional video or picture editing experience a plus
• Knowledge of Final Cut, Aperture, Photoshop

OPERATIONS & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

MediaStorm is looking for an organized and motivated Operations & Social Media Manager to oversee communications, outreach, and keep everything running smoothly. The ideal candidate will have some experience with multimedia, and be eager and interested in taking ownership of projects and supporting a growing multimedia production studio.

• Manage the blog, oversee website content and other written communications
• Organize and maintain digital archives
• Coordinate and process job and intern applications
• Enter contests and film festivals
• Participate and contribute to strategic planning meetings
• Coordinate outreach and publicity
• Other miscellaneous office tasks (answering phones, ordering supplies, etc)

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Ability to manage and organize human and digital resources
• Ability to multi-task and pay attention to detail

Familiarity with Final Cut Pro, Compressor, DVD Studio Pro, HTML, and basic photo and multimedia editing skills are desired but not required.