Case Studies.
| Web Development |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Web Design |
Owner |
Web Designer |
FT |
Local floral business catering to weddings, funerals and large events. We have shipping capabilities and in order to grow our business and expand into the surrounding marketplace, we need a presence on the web. Our arrangements are unique and customized to every client’s needs. We need our website to reflect that. |
In order to expand from a small local customer base to a larger geographical base, we needed a web designer to provide a website that would attract customers and convert visits to sales. The site will need interesting, eye-catching content, product descriptions and shopping cart capabilities. |
| eCommerce |
Small Business Owner |
Web Designer, Marketing Associate |
PT |
Small agricultural company specializing in hot peppers and related food products. We have a need to expand nationally with an online store and website. Content needs to convert viewers into customers and the eStore needs to be user-friendly and eye-catching. |
Our vision of an eStore required a whole new website with shopping and check out capabilities as well as interesting content that would captivate visitors. We wanted the overall impression to be so interesting that visitors would want to stay on the site and ultimately to buy our products. This also required the skills of marketing associate who could oversee a variety of marketing campaigns and keep interest high for a specialty product. |
| Web Programming |
Manager |
Programmer, Web Designer |
FT |
We facilitate linking patients with a variety of medical services nationwide. This includes hospitals, clinics and the offices of thousands of medical professionals. The continuing growth has made it necessary to revamp our methodology to facilitate more efficient manipulation of and access to data. |
We needed someone with extensive Joomla experience, particularly with JomSocial and AutoGroups to create a form for public use which would allow medical entities to enter information about themselves from a multi-faceted menu. After entering the data, users can then access the data as read-only for information about services in their area. |
| Software Development |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Mobile Apps |
General Manager |
Mobile Apps Develop/Programmer |
PT |
Microblog publisher looking to capture the mobile device market by implementing fast updates from the microblog to the app user. First project involves Android but will branch out into others following successful completion of this project. |
A programmer who can develop a mobile app for Android device that can received new updates from the microblog in real time using a PUSH implementation. Cloud to device messaging or XMPP implementation experience area must. For the web API, JSON will be used. Other projects follow this one for successful candidate. |
| Software QA |
Director |
Software Engineer |
FT |
We develop, service, and support Enterprise Resource Planning software for customers around the globe. We develop new software packages and then customize them for each client’s specific needs. We require the services of exceptional software QA people to test and make recommendations prior to product launch. |
We need a full time software engineer with QA experience to assist with a new materials management program. The successful applicant will be able to create technical test plans and test designs for the product being developed and execute manual or automated test scripts across the multiple platforms. |
| Desktop Applications |
Manager |
Senior Developer |
FT |
Globally distributed team offering client/server services to customers with desktop applications for day-to-day use. We pride ourselves on being able to solve any problem and meet any demand. Our international team can meet the demands of the most exacting clients anywhere in the world. |
This applicant must have a strong background in C# , .Net 4.0 , WinForms, SQL Server. A mathematical aptitude and experience with DevExpress is strongly encouraged. At least 5 years of development, design and writing code are ideal. Strong communication skills for this long-term, full-time job are necessary. |
| Network & Information Systems |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Network Administration |
Director of Technical Operations |
Network Administrator |
FT |
We provide virtual NOC for many large organizations and are expanding our base of operations. Telecommunications, software distribution and updating, coordination with affiliated networks, router and domain name management and performance monitoring are some of the many services we provide. |
We have need for fulltime administrators and technicians to oversee our virtual NOC. Hiring for multiple shifts in both positions will allow us to provide 24 hour support. The right candidates will be able to display knowledge of the following: Ubuntu Server 11, Mono-Project, MySQL Cluster. pfSense, HAProxy, Nginx, Subversion, Wordpress, Hesk, PandoraFMS. A past history of network administration and firewalls is mandatory. |
| Database Administration |
IT Manager |
Database Administrator |
FT |
We are a small distribution company dealing with component part for the sale to the government. While our customer base is small, our supplier base is vast. We need a database management system to track products, contracts, customer information, and vendor information and merge all the data when needed for queries and reports. |
Database administrator with five or more years’ experience with MS Access/SQL server is needed to create relational tables with many –to-many relationships, develop queries based on specific data and generate business reports. Once modifications are complete, administration will be ongoing. |
| Server Administration |
Owner |
System Administrator |
FT |
We are an internet news distribution site, accepting articles and press releases form thousands of sources daily. Our mission is to make the news available to anyone, anywhere. Administrating our system is huge job for a qualified individual who is willing to be reached 24 hours a day, seven days a week. |
An individual with senior-level Linux skills will also have experience managing web servers. We operate on Amazon’s EC2 cloud so experience here is a must. Previous experience with creating and maintaining secure Linux systems, recovery and back-up configurations are also required. |
| Writing and Translation |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Website Content |
Website Owner |
Content Writer |
PT |
I am the owner of website dedicated to healthy living. Diet, exercise, weight control, disease management and alternative medicine are some of the topics I share with the public. I am expanding to include sports and diet supplements and need content to fill these areas. |
Content writer needed with experience in the health and wellness area. Write must be able to write well-articulated articles that are interesting and keyword-optimized. Articles will be 400 to 500 words in length. I will need at least 5 articles a week for several months to fully populate the website. Grammar, English and writing skills must top notch. |
| Blog & Article Writing |
Owner/Manager |
Blog Writer |
PT |
I run a small Internet business that generates significant revenues from blogging. I have grown quickly and find I cannot manage the blogs as well as I would like and write the content. I need a writer interested in long term relationship to write daily posts for many blogs. |
Experience with blogging is a definite plus. I need a writer who can juggle writing and posting to 20 blogs on a wide range of topics on a daily basis. Engaging and inspirational writing along with terrific English skills will secure this position. |
| Copywriting |
General Manager |
Product Description Copywriter X3 |
FT |
We operate an online beauty supply outlet. Our products include hair and skin care, make up and cleansers for face and body. We would like to increase our conversions by creating better product descriptions for thousands of products. |
We need a versatile copywriter who can rewrite our product descriptions so customers feel they absolutely have to buy them. PR or sales experience is helpful but not necessary if you are creative and driven. We are looking to complete the rewrites in three to four months. |
| Administrative Support |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Data Entry |
Marketing Manager |
Data Entry Clerk |
PT |
We are a marketing research firm specializing in developing Internet and print sales leads for our clients. Gathering data is our specialty and our team is growing fast. |
We need someone who can retrieve name, address and other contact information from sites we will provide and enter it into an Excel spreadsheet. Accuracy is the most important skill for this position. Good typing speed is also necessary as there will be hourly quotas to meet. This part time job has the potential of lasting indefinitely for the right applicant. |
| Personal Assistant |
Internet Market Director |
Virtual Personal Assistant |
FT |
As marketing director for a financial education company, I am heavily involved in running a number of websites and other Internet properties dedicated to financial education. I need a Virtual Assistant who can keep up with the fast pace. |
My virtual assistant will be able to assist with creating blogs, setting up and maintaining Facebook page, submitting videos to YouTube and marketing them, setting up webinars, locating appropriate pictures and other related tasks. Some training will be provided but experience with SEO and social media marketing is imperative. Qualities required include dedication, attention to detail and excellent English skills. |
| Web Research |
Marketing Manager |
Research Assistant |
PT |
We are a marketing consulting firm providing services primarily to startup businesses. Our responsibility to our client is to gather pertinent information, analyze the meaning and offer informed advice on how they can optimize their business strategies. |
This research position requires someone with strong analytical and research skills, preferably with a college degree in marketing. Being resourceful and detail-oriented are important qualities. Some topics will be quite demanding and some projects must be completed in a short time frame. Flexibility and availability are required. Candidates must have good communication skills and be English-speaking. |
| Design & Multimedia |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Graphic Design |
Owner |
Graphic Artist/Designer |
FT |
I am a life coach and motivational speaker. I work with others who want to effect positive change in their lives. I believe if you can dream it, you can achieve it. My program teaches people how to recognize negative traits and obstacles in their lives, how to make changes that can alter their lives for the better and gives them the tools to accomplish their goals. |
This is will an ongoing project, lasting at least six months for the right respondent. The job entails helping be create a brand/image and will require knowledge of SEO, flash, illustrator and Photoshop. Additional background in video editing, article and blog writing will also be needed. Designs for a logo, interactive website, blog, letterhead, business cards, Facebook fan page, and other social media sites will be included in the job. |
| Logo Design |
Graphic Arts Manager |
Graphic Logo Designer |
FT |
Our business focuses on creating a total package image for companies and professionals. We develop all aspects of their public image including brand recognition elements. This includes websites, social media presence, business cards, and other print media, all joined with a single, easily-recognized logo. |
We currently have an opening for an individual with creative genius who can come up with logos for our clients. The ability to listen to the client’s needs and his vision for himself or his company and translate that into an effective and memorable logo is crucial. Multi-media background a definite plus. Previous experience required. |
| Illustration |
Entrepreneur |
Graphic Comic Book Artist |
FT |
I am starting my own online comic book company. I have numerous ideas for characters and plot lines but need someone with the skill to bring them to life. I have a sound business plan and would welcome the opportunity to partner with someone long term. |
Talented individual needed who has a dark, edgy side to help create a line of comic book characters. Freehand artistry is a plus but also need someone with familiarity with Coreldraw, Freehand, Illustrator and Photoshop. Would prefer someone with proven track record but I’m willing to take a chance on someone new if you are the right person. |
| Customer Service |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Customer Service and Support |
Sales Manager |
Email Support Specialist |
PT |
We manufacture women’s’ skin creams and market them exclusively through the Internet. Our business has been growing for the last three years. A recent vacancy has left open a position for someone who likes to work with people. |
Duties will include answering emails regarding the product, looking up customer orders, cancelling customer orders, issuing refunds, and maintaining daily communication with us. Skills needed include the ability to multi-task and learn quickly, excellent customer service skills and being highly organized. This ongoing job requires minimum two to four hours per day. |
| Technical Support |
Customer Service Manager |
Tech Support/Customer Service |
PT |
Software developer needs technical support staff to help as we launch new and support existing applications. |
Following guidelines provided by us, you will provide customer support and resolve support tickets related to configuring DNS records for domains, adding or removing customers and handling minor technical issues. Telephone and online chat support will also be required. You will contact customers to ensure they are happy with product. Additional duties include developing guidebooks and updating blogs with newly released product information. Good customer service and telephone skills required. |
| Phone Support |
Owner |
Receptionist |
PT |
I own a small sales and service business that recruits new employees with great frequency. I need a receptionist/assistant to handle incoming calls from employment applicants. |
Receptionist duties will include answering and returning phone calls to individuals calling to apply for sales and service positions with the company. Must speak fluent English, have pleasant vice and demeanor and able to learn several software applications. Basic computer and data entry proficiency required. Hours are part time, permanent and flexible. The right applicant can grow with the position as the company expands. |
| Sales & Marketing |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Advertising |
Business Manager |
Advertising Specialist |
PT |
My company uses the services of Craigslist and similar web advertising applications to drive specific business to targeted local websites. Our goal to increase traffic, promote sales and convert viewers into customers for our clients. |
This position requires someone with experience and expertise in working with Craigslist and similar applications. Must know html and understand what the words "ghosting", "pave", and "flagging" mean. This will be a small project lasting three months with the potential for growth into a long-term, marketing manager position. The right candidate will have creative writing and sales skills. |
| Email Marketing |
Marketing Director |
Social Media Analyst/Email Specialist |
FT |
Research Intellect is a marketing and research firm providing executives with research and analyses to make smart business decisions for their companies. We study how people use social and business networking sites to connect both personally and professionally. |
Using sites like LinkedIn, and a directed email we provide, you will contact a targeted group and attempt to set appointments for interviews. Volume is key so top someone with aggressive style is needed. Good grammar and people skills a plus. Internet and telemarketing skills are helpful too. |
| SEO |
Website Owner |
SEO Specialist |
PT |
Growing website which needs professional assistance improving specifically targeted viewers. The idea is to get them to the site and have them stay rather than follow links away from the site. |
This virtual assistant position must be able to create 150 new backlinks each month using a unique C-Class IP address, unique content, and the links must remain active for 1 year. Keywords must appear in anchor text and submissions must contain no more than 10 out bound links. Ho Java script, link farms or black hat techniques can be used. Work will involve articles, blogs press releases, social bookmarking and deep link submissions. |
| Business Services |
| Type |
Hiring Person |
Position Hired |
Full/Part Time |
Hiring Company Outline |
Job Details |
| Accounting |
General Manager |
Accountant |
PT |
We are a real estate company serving several large geographic areas. We are in the process of switching our accounting software in house and need assistance with initial set up and proper data transfer. |
The accountant we seek needs an expert level of familiarity with QuickBooks software. Duties will include setting up the software for our business and creating all the necessary accounts. Next, all the data from the past year will need to entered correctly into the system so it can be turned over to in-house staff for ongoing use. This is seen as a three-month project. |
| Bookkeeping |
Accounting Manager |
Collections Agent |
PT |
Local area bookkeeping company with collections department handling services for a large number of varied clients. Our collection reps make calls, notate our system with the results of the calls and assist with data entry when needed. |
We need someone to make collections calls on behalf of our clients. Must speak fluent English, have excellent phone skills and be available to work three day a week. In addition to collections, some data entry will be required. Typing accuracy and speed along with familiarity with accounting practices and software also necessary for this position. |
| HR/Payroll |
Human Resources Manager |
Payroll Accounting |
PT |
I run an online team of freelance writers. We provide content for all types of websites. As writing is my strength, I have virtually no skills when it comes to accounting. |
In order to keep things simple for me, I need someone to create and maintain an Excel spreadsheet I can use to monitor earnings for the contractors I deal with. Once the sheet is created, it will need to be updated weekly with their earnings. Yearend tax statements will also need to be prepared from this information. |
