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Location: New York, NY
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
12/22/09
Timing:
Expression of Interest: No later than 12/31/09
Server Log-in: 1/5-1/7
Question Submission: No later than 1/8
RFP Response: 1/19
Project Overview
Munroe Creative Partners is looking for an interactive firm who can be the “go to” resource for ongoing web updates, programming fixes and new projects for the Episcopal Relief & Development (“ERD”) website.
The current site, http://www.er-d.org was built from the ground up and launched in June 2007. It consists of approx 500 pages, includes a shopping cart and donation portal, Authorize.net integration, e-card process, two contact forms, password-protected members area and .csv reporting of fund and gift donations. Nearly 100% of the site has been built with CMS.
Since the launch, updates have included ongoing CMS builds, numerous tweaks to the .csv files, a java movie (home page), CMS-built news module (home page), elaborate E-card system, President’s blog, social media links, etc.
Specific Site Details
Donation Portal: Client is able to add and delete funds as needed. A monthly giving option is available, and users are able to send printed cards to honorees or in memoriam. These cards are fulfilled by an outside fulfillment vendor.
Gifts for Life Online Catalog: This store functions as the the primary portal for ordering gifts online. Alternately, users are able to call or send in order forms that are included in the printed catalog (100,000 catalogs are sent out annually). All GFL pages are complete with CMS. Sections, gifts and pricing can be changed client-side. User/purchase information is combined with the donation information above to create a comprehensive database. Distinct .csv files are distributed, as indicated below.
The Database/.csv files: The database is generated from user information input in the donation portion of the site as well as the Gifts for Life shopping cart. Two independent versions (that vary in configuration and data items) of a .csv report are sent 2 times a week to 1) the client (for integration into Raiser’s Edge), and 2) to the fulfillment house for printed gift card distribution.
Contact forms: A notification is sent to two distinct e-mails when the user completes either of the two contact forms. Additionally, a CMS-accessible Excel doc captures the database information from the two contact forms.
E-blast tracking: Tracking occurs for external (Constant Contact) e-blasts.
Members Area: Includes log-ins and profiles, hierarchical group configurations and e-mail communications from the leader. Functions that may be added in the future: communications generated by the group will be e-mailed to their external accounts, and an AJAX module to prevent timeouts when uploading large files (.ppts or .pdfs).
IE6: The client uses IE6, therefore all elements and functions need to be fully tested with current browsers, as well as in IE6.
Programming Requirements
The selected vendor will be:
• Expert in PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Familiar with jQuery and/or MooTools.
• Able to navigate in Windows 2003 Server, MySQL Administrator, and MySQL Editor.
• Have a firm understanding, conceptually, of the use of dynamic content in the form of XML from PHP.
• Comfortable in Flash.
Having experience and/or being familiar with non-profit clients is a big plus.
Upcoming Web Updates
We’re asking interested parties to ideate and estimate on the following two projects. Please write a brief summary of your ideas along with your costs.
1) Monthly Giving Module
ERD is looking to add a more detailed Monthly Giving system to the existing donation process. This new system would generate more revenue if better highlighted and built out in a manner similar to that on the MercyCorps site ( https://donate.mercycorps.org/
monthly.htm?Custom15=E354&Custom16=teaser ).
Currently, when someone wants to set up a monthly donation, the user checks a box at the bottom donation page ( https://www.er-d.org/donate-select.php ). There is no way to combine monthly giving donations with one-time donations (requiring the user to go into the site and go through the process again), and there is no way to funnel a donation towards a specific fund.
Note: There would NOT be an option for the donation to be taken at various times in the month, as MercyCorps offers.
This is our current solution to this request:
We would add a “Monthly Giving” link next to “Single Fund” and “Multiple Funds” at the top of the donation page, and create buttons for these links to enhance their impact.
The programming build will
• Add a new group of product types, with CMS editing capabilities, to add, edit and delete specific Monthly Giving funds.
• Include a totaling system to illustrate monthly totals as well as one-time totals in the donation process.
• A button will be added to Step 2 of the Donation process to allow for the alternate form of giving–i.e., if a donor chooses a one-time fund, the button will give them the option to make a monthly donation.
• Alternately, if the donor has opted for monthly donation, the button will encourage them to add a one-time donation to their purchase.
2) “Where We Work” Map Update ( https://www.er-d.org/WhereWeWork/ )
We would like to find a better solution to the current map. The client wants to be able to change the “Where We Work” map themselves.
The client is currently able to add a country page independently, and the new country will show up in the country list on the Where We Work page, however the country will not appear in the map. If ERD wishes to add a country to the map, it requires the programmer to turn it on via the back-end.
To build this current map with CMS is expensive, and if they need to add a country that is not currently on this map, additional programming will be required.
Other non-profits are using variations on the Google map. Please take a look at http://www.interaction.org/member-directory/O and http://mercycorps.org/countries and suggest a better solution to our existing system.
Note that there is a small country map that is placed on each country page. These will be done in house at ERD ongoing, or by MCP, unless you are able to generate such a map through programming. Please advise.
Additional Information Requested
Please provide your hourly rate, and a maintenance schedule that you might suggest. Please note that this is a non-profit client and we are asking for non-profit rates.
Turnaround time for specific/problematic coding is immediate. Other projects can be scheduled.
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Should you have any questions or wish to discuss in more detail, please feel free to e-mail me at psheamunroe@gmail.com. Once we’re further along with the selection process, a log-in will be provided for you to take a look at the server and CMS.
We are hoping to make our decision by the end of January, latest.
Please express interest via e-mail by 12/31/09. A log-in will be provided after the new year, and the RFP response is requested by 1/19/10.
Thanks very much.
Patricia Shea
Project Leader, PMP
Munroe Creative Partners
711 Third Ave, 16th Floor
New York, NY 10017
psheamunroe@gmail.com
Contact: psheamunroe@gmail.com
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Please send resume and cover letter, including portfolio and salary requirements, to jobs@delphicsage.com. NO phone calls please.
The Interactive Art Director provides a crucial leadership role for the firm’s suite of interactive design services. The candidate will be required to translate the client’s business vision into effective interactive solutions. The position is responsible for developing the look and feel of a variety of interactive solutions as well as providing direction to the design staff. The candidate must have a passion for blending high end design with interactive technology.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the conceptualization and design of interactive solutions from concept to completion, including design mock ups (hands on as well directing others)
Understands technology and is able to communicate ideas to Web Developer / UX teams
Mentor and supervise junior designers
Act as Design Lead for client meetings as well as during sales pitches
Working closely with User Experience, Development and Project Managers to deliver exceptional results
Demonstrate high standards of workmanship, attention to detail and adherence to industry standards
Required Skills
4-year degree and 5+ years experience
Proficiency in Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, with solid HTML/XHTML and CSS skills
Flash with some knowledge of ActionScript a plus
Video skill a plus
Some knowledge of JavaScript a plus
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detailHigh interest in latest use of design for the web
Contact: jobs@delphicsage.com
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Industry experts in consumer electronics strongly preferred!
Contact: rtrefsger@aquent.com
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Garfield Group, a leading Branding, Public Relations & Interactive agency with a distinguished client roster, is seeking an Interactive Account Director to join our award-winning Internet marketing firm.
The Garfield Group is setting the bar high in terms of providing our clients with a fully integrated set of digital and traditional marketing communications services. Our ability to drive brand strategy and creative through all channels is something that our clients value very highly and provides them with a real competitive advantage. Our clients – focused primarily on B2B tech and life sciences – include some of the most recognizable brands in the world.
We are now looking to add a senior member to our team. The Interactive Account Director position embodies management acumen, a deep understanding of strategy and the ability to foster an environment conducive to innovation within an integrated agency environment.
A successful candidate should possess management and leadership skills, strategic depth, and integrated marketing experience with both digital and traditional marketing. The desire to develop innovative marketing and media products as well as an understanding of how branding, advertising, public relations, digital and social media concepts converge is essential.
Responsibilities include:
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* Managing and mentoring internal (integrated) planning teams
* Identifying strategic and tactical opportunities
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* Development and stewardship of integrated marketing communications and media plans
* Collaborating in a cross-functional capacity with other internal teams
Requirements:
* 8 or more years interactive marketing, media, or account management agency experience
* BA/BS from accredited institute of higher education
We consider our employees to be our greatest asset. Open environment where vision is nurtured, individual strengths are recognized and teamwork is rewarded is a great place to work! Come join the Garfield Group Team!
Local candidates strongly preferred. No third party or sponsored candidates will be considered at this time.
Contact Info:
Julie Haralambous
recruiting@garfieldgroup.com
Contact: Julie Haralambous
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We are looking for experienced and creative Captivate Developers to join our development team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years experience working with Captivate in creating eLearning modules. Your strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and your ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects will be required on a daily basis.
Contact: Interested and qualified individuals should submit their resume to:jobs@brookwood.com
Compensation: This is a contract job.
