Job Posting: Sales Representative For Web Development / Solution Provider

by Dan Wimpari 23. August 2011 18:49

Job Description:

XFX Studio is currently seeking an experienced Sales Representative to help us elevate and expand our regional market share of function-specific web applications and corporate websites.  The Sales Representative will be responsible to proactively prospect and call regional business owners to sell our custom websites and specialized web application services. Job duties will include cold calling, email communications, targeting specific industries or regional demographics, setting up appointments and conducting sales presentations for small and medium sized businesses owners.  As a Sales Representative, you will enlighten business owners as to how a professional and functional online corporate identity could potentially increase their bottom line by creating expanded awareness of their products or services via the internet.   Your success selling our core website development services will open opportunities to include other services we offer – as you educate potential clients how their website is only one component of a comprehensive online marketing strategy, which also includes search engine optimization (SEO), social media, online ads, and promotions/listings via mobile technologies.  You bring a proven background in acquiring new clients, and are particularly adept at pitching solutions and general business development.

 

XFX Studio will educate the candidate about the various services we provide, as well as provide a functional portfolio from which the Sales Representative may draw from to demonstrate the quality of work and recent successes.  Candidate will initially attend sales meetings or presentations with XFX Studio Principals, to observe existing practices and learn more about services provided by XFX Studio.

 

XFX Studio is NOT a recruitment agency, head-hunter, temp staffing agency or offshore outsourcing company.  We are looking to fill an in-house need for a Sales Representative.  Interested parties should email resumes to jobs@xfxstudio.com

 

 

Job Duties:

·         Build and maintain an active pipeline of qualified leads through cold calling, client site visits, networking events, industry trade shows, product/service demonstrations, working leads from direct mail campaigns and online marketing campaigns.

·         Cultivate relationships and enable solution selling of web application services that will streamline client core business processes, promoting speed, growth potential and ROI

·         Develop and maintain detailed and updated opportunity matrixes for each prospect account assist in the preparation of accurate and timely sales forecasts

·         Aggressively work the pipeline to consistently meet or exceed quarterly and annual revenue goals.

·         Establish the best possible long-term relationship with each prospect and customer so as to maximize future revenue opportunities.

·         Meet face-to-face with regional business owners

·         Promote and demonstrate the value of XFX Studio’s capabilities and services

·         Analyze prospects' needs and interests and determine which products/services fit best

·         Determine vertical and territory plan to achieve sales goals (open vertical/open territory)

·         Drive retention and growth (upsales) with existing client base

·         Work closely with our development team, to ensure your newly-sold clients achieve their project goals

 

Work with management to develop pricing and contract preparation/negotiations

 

 

Qualifications & Skills:

·         2+ years business-to-business sales experience, in a commission environment

·         1+ years sales training and/or sales management experience

·         Ability to network with key decision makers in key markets, or existing network of potential clients

·         Experience utilizing a metrics-driven sales process focusing on customer value and ROI

·         Proven ability to establish strong relationships with business owners and technical buyers

·         Strong presentation skills

·         Persuasive written and verbal communication skills

·         A professional image that exudes a high level of integrity

·         Ability to project a positive image in representing XFX Studio to clients and the community

·         High level prospecting skills 

·         The ability to close business owners in a face-to-face meeting

·         Ability to build rapport quickly

·         Self-Disciplined/Ability to work independently

·         A proven track record of sales achievement

·         Achieving and continually developing technical, competitive, and sales skills knowledge.

·         A working knowledge about the internet, web development, social media and SEO is preferred

 

 

Company Information:

XFX Studio Web Development, Inc. is a web development firm based in Mount Clemens, Michigan.  XFX Studio was established in 2001 and is currently celebrating 10 years in the rapidly changing industry of web development and new media.  We specialize in developing web applications that streamline clients' core business processes and/or integrate with their enterprise applications.

 

In addition to process-focused web applications, XFX develops front-end ‘public’ websites and dynamic user experiences as well.  As we expand our footprint into integration of our solutions across a variety of platforms (desktop, tablet, mobile) it is this balance of style and functionality that remains the key to our continued success.

 

In addition to traditional web development, XFX Studio provides a wide range of ancillary services:

 

·         E-Commerce / Online Storefront Development

·         Custom Software / Web Application Development & Integration

·         Flash Animation & Multimedia

·         Organic Search Engine Optimization

·         Paid Search Marketing

·         Social Media Integration

·         Web Hosting & Email

·         Mobile Development (Sites & Applications)

 

Email resumes to: jobs@xfxstudio.com

Mail resumes to: XFX Studio, 102 North Avenue, Mount Clemens, MI 48043

FAX resumes to: 586-954-4880

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Job Posting: SEO & Social Media Marketing Expert

by Dan Wimpari 23. August 2011 18:44

Job Description:

XFX Studio is currently staffing a need for a SEO & Social Media Marketing Expert to work on a variety of projects ranging from function-specific web applications to corporate websites. Upon being briefed about client, corporate identity and target audience, the candidate should be able to develop an online marketing strategy via organic search engine optimization, social media, online business listings, etc. with quantitative goals and successes via web analytics.  Candidates should possess experience meeting with clients and addressing ways to effectively use Internet Marketing and Social Media to achieve greater market exposure and unique competitive advantages.  

 

Duties may also include building fan lists, followers, subscribers, encouraging interaction and brand loyalty, creating content for press releases or social efforts, developing articles, blog posts, social responses, monitoring trends, campaigns and interacting with a variety of social media outlets – including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Foursquare, Google Plus and more.

 

You will be working in an open environment with other developers and managers, where the exchange of knowledge, techniques, questions and answers is encouraged.  As such, any issues or roadblocks can be brought up easily with managers and solutions found quickly.   Candidates must be able to work on-site at our location in Mount Clemens during business hours.  At this time, XFX Studio is seeking individuals for a part-time position, contract or direct employee - with potential to grow to a full-time position.   XFX Studio is NOT a recruitment agency, head-hunter, temp staffing agency or offshore outsourcing company.  We are looking to fill an in-house need for an SEO & Social Media Marketing Expert.  Interested parties should email resumes to jobs@xfxstudio.com

 

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of industry experience developing online marketing strategies and cultivating online corporate identity, using white-hat SEO techniques, social media and pay-per-click marketing.  Interested candidates must be able to show examples and statistics of past or current successes and provide an overview of the techniques used to achieve these goals. 

 

Skillset will include: Google Analytics, HTML Coding, White-Hat Organic SEO (Search Engine Optimization), copy writing, Blogging, Google Adwords, CPC (PPC) Advertising, and more.  Qualified candidates must be detail oriented and have excellent writing, grammatical and spelling skills.

 

Company Information:

XFX Studio Web Development, Inc. is a web development firm based in Mount Clemens, Michigan.  XFX Studio was established in 2001 and is currently celebrating 10 years in the rapidly changing industry of web development and new media.  We specialize in developing web applications that streamline clients' core business processes and/or integrate with their enterprise applications.

 

In addition to process-focused web applications, XFX develops front-end ‘public’ websites and dynamic user experiences as well.  As we expand our footprint into integration of our solutions across a variety of platforms (desktop, tablet, mobile) it is this balance of style and functionality that remains the key to our continued success.

 

In addition to traditional web development, XFX Studio provides a wide range of ancillary services:

 

             E-Commerce / Online Storefront Development

             Custom Software / Web Application Development & Integration

             Flash Animation & Multimedia

             Organic Search Engine Optimization

             Paid Search Marketing

             Social Media Integration

             Web Hosting & Email

             Mobile Development (Sites & Applications)

Email resumes to: jobs@xfxstudio.com
Mail resumes to: XFX Studio, 102 North Avenue, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
FAX resumes to: 586-954-4880

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Job Posting: UI Front-End Designer / Web Developer

by Dan Wimpari 23. August 2011 18:41

Job Description:

XFX Studio is currently staffing a need for a UI Front End Designer / Web Developer to work on a variety of projects ranging from function-specific web applications to corporate websites. Upon being briefed on project functionality, architecture and visual character, the Developer should be capable to design professional mockups or visual concepts in a timely manner, with consideration of required elements, client requests, existing corporate identity and intended audience or use.  You will be working in an open environment with other developers and project managers, where the exchange of knowledge, techniques, questions and answers is encouraged.  As such, any issues or roadblocks can be brought up easily with project managers and solutions found quickly.   Candidates must be able to work on-site at our location in Mount Clemens during business hours.  At this time, XFX Studio is flexible in terms of the position being part-time, full-time, contract or direct employee.   XFX Studio is NOT a recruitment agency, head-hunter, temp staffing agency or off-shore outsourcing company.  We are looking to fill an in-house need for designers/developers.  Interested parties should email resumes to jobs@xfxstudio.com

 

 

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of industry experience utilizing the following technologies:

Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Fireworks, Illustrator, Flash, HTML, CSS, Javascript, XML

 

The majority of our development occurs in Microsoft Visual Studio 2010.  As such, candidates will need to be knowledgeable in regard to slicing approved designs and building page structure by hand-coding WC3 compliant HTML & CSS.  A working knowledge of JQuery is also preferred.

 

 

Company Information:

XFX Studio Web Development, Inc. is a web development firm based in Mount Clemens, Michigan.  XFX Studio was established in 2001 and is currently celebrating 10 years in the rapidly changing industry of web development and new media.  We specialize in developing web applications that streamline clients' core business processes and/or integrate with their enterprise applications.

 

In addition to process-focused web applications, XFX develops front-end ‘public’ websites and dynamic user experiences as well.  As we expand our footprint into integration of our solutions across a variety of platforms (desktop, tablet, mobile) it is this balance of style and functionality that remains the key to our continued success.

 

In addition to traditional web development, XFX Studio provides a wide range of ancillary services:

 

             E-Commerce / Online Storefront Development

             Custom Software / Web Application Development & Integration

             Flash Animation & Multimedia

             Organic Search Engine Optimization

             Paid Search Marketing

             Social Media Integration

             Web Hosting & Email

             Mobile Development (Sites & Applications)

Email resumes to: jobs@xfxstudio.com
Mail resumes to: XFX Studio, 102 North Avenue, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
FAX resumes to: 586-954-4880

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Job Posting: .NET Web Developer

by Dan Wimpari 23. August 2011 18:34

Job Description:

XFX Studio is currently staffing a need for a .NET Web Developer to work on a variety of projects ranging from function-specific web applications to corporate websites. Upon being briefed on project functionality, architecture and visual design, the Developer should be capable to drive development from start-to-finish, ensuring that best practices and web standards are being followed, with consideration of potential expansion of the application.  You will be working in an open environment with other developers and project managers, where the exchange of knowledge, techniques, questions and answers is encouraged.  As such, any issues or roadblocks can be brought up easily with project managers and solutions found quickly.   Candidates must be able to work on-site at our location in Mount Clemens during business hours.  At this time, XFX Studio is flexible in terms of the position being part-time, full-time, contract or direct employee.   XFX Studio is NOT a recruitment agency, head-hunter, temp staffing agency or off-shore outsourcing company.  We are looking to fill an in-house need for developers.  Interested parties should email resumes to jobs@xfxstudio.com

 

 

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of industry experience utilizing the following technologies:

.NET Framework 2.0-4.0, ASP.NET, Ajax, C#, Javascript, JQuery, HTML, CSS, XML, MVC 3, LINQ, MS SQL 2005/2008

 

The majority of our development occurs in Microsoft Visual Studio 2010.  Candidates will also need to be knowledgeable in Photoshop and/or Fireworks, as they will be submitted client-approved visual designs in these formats, from which they will be responsible for slicing and building page structure. 

 

 

Company Information:

XFX Studio Web Development, Inc. is a web development firm based in Mount Clemens, Michigan.  XFX Studio was established in 2001 and is currently celebrating 10 years in the rapidly changing industry of web development and new media.  We specialize in developing web applications that streamline clients' core business processes and/or integrate with their enterprise applications.

 

In addition to process-focused web applications, XFX develops front-end ‘public’ websites and dynamic user experiences as well.  As we expand our footprint into integration of our solutions across a variety of platforms (desktop, tablet, mobile) it is this balance of style and functionality that remains the key to our continued success.

 

In addition to traditional web development, XFX Studio provides a wide range of ancillary services:

 

             E-Commerce / Online Storefront Development

             Custom Software / Web Application Development & Integration

             Flash Animation & Multimedia

             Organic Search Engine Optimization

             Paid Search Marketing

             Social Media Integration

             Web Hosting & Email

             Mobile Development (Sites & Applications)

Email resumes to:  jobs@xfxstudio.com
Mail resumes to:  XFX Studio, 102 North Avenue, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
FAX resumes to:  586-954-4880

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HTML 5

by Bradford Sherrill 15. July 2009 23:32

HTML 5

- Overview We have compiled a list of HTML 5 Resources from around the web.

Follow HTML 5 on twitter http://twitter.com/html5

HTML 5 Cheat Sheet from SmashingMagazine.com HTML 5 Quick Reference Guide PDF

Working Samples

HTML 5 Blog Entries

HTML 5 Reference / Learning /

HTML 5 Browser Support



More HTML 5 Search Results - HTML 5 Google Results
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Organic Search Engine Optimization Case Study: Katherine Lynn Salon

by Dan Wimpari 18. May 2009 22:59

XFX Studio has been doing Organic Search Engine Optimization for a couple of years now, but we have come to perfect our processes recently - resulting in some really great results for our clients!Our most recent client in regard to SEO is Katherine Lynn Salon in Troy, Michigan (www.katherinelynnsalon.com)

Being that the industry and services offered are so widespread, our challenge was to ensure that their specialties are found by everyday users.  We felt that in addition to a specific service (such as waxing), we should also target a specific demographic (such as Troy, MI).  Most people searching for a widely offered service are also going to include the criteria of their geographic location.  The resulting query would be something like "Waxing, Troy, MI".  This way, they are not receiving irrelevent results for waxing in Lake Tahoe.

By the time you read this, the rankings in Google will undoubtedly be different - but below is a list of terms and their corresponding ranking.

Click on each term and it will bring you to the appropriate page in Google showing their site's listing for that term.

Makeup, Troy, MI (ranked #1)

Nioxin, Troy, MI (ranked #1)

Katherine Lynn (ranked #1)

Lisa Marie, Troy, MI (ranked #1)

Americoif, Troy, MI (ranked #1)

Waxing, Michigan (ranked #2)

Paul Mitchell, Troy, MI (ranked #2)

Redken, Troy, MI (ranked #2)

Waxing, Troy, MI (ranked #3)

Make-Up Troy MI (ranked #4)

Hair Stylist, Troy, MI (ranked #5)

Ginger, Troy, MI (ranked #5)

Troy Waxing (ranked #6)

Hair Replacement, Troy, MI (ranked #7)

Salon, Troy, MI (ranked #8)

Hair Salon, Troy, MI (ranked #9)

Troy MI Hair Replacement (ranked #9)

Tara, Troy, MI (ranked #9)

Makeup, Michigan (ranked #10)

Updos, Troy, MI (ranked #10)

Americoif, MI (ranked #10)

American Crew, Troy, MI (ranked #11)

Nioxin, MI (ranked #13)

Hair Replacement, Michigan (ranked #16)

Redken, MI (ranked #17)

TIGI, Troy, MI (ranked #19)

Troy MI Hair Salon (ranked #20)

Colorist, Troy, MI (ranked #20)

Troy Hair Salon (ranked #22)

Hair Styling Troy MI (ranked #23)

 

All the stylists are in within the top 5:

Lisa Marie, Stylist, Troy, MI

Tara, Stylist, Troy, MI

Amy, Stylist, Troy, MI

Jessica, Stylist, Troy, MI

Kelly, Stylist, Troy, MI

Nicole, Stylist, Troy, MI

Natalie, Stylist, Troy, MI

Karen, Stylist, Troy, MI

Patty, Stylist, Troy, MI

Jackie, Stylist, Troy, MI

Laura, Stylist, Troy, MI

Ginger, Stylist, Troy, MI

If your organization would like to see the same type of results, be sure to contact XFX Studio for a quote on this worthwhile SEO service today.  Remember, more traffic means more customers - more customers mean more sales - more sales means a return on your investment (ROI) and ultimately more profits

 

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iPhone Interface Design/Developer Essentials

by Bradford Sherrill 29. April 2009 10:35

For all of the iPhone designers/developers out there we have compiled a list of iphone design elements, iphone interface design assets for you to download.

iPhone Interface Design

Adobe Photoshop iPhone Interface Designs

. iphone_gui
Adobe Photoshop PSD Iphone Interface from Teehanlax GUI
http://teehanlax.com/downloads/iPhone_GUI.psd.zip

iphone_psd_gui
Adobe Photoshop PSD iPhone Interface from 320480.com
http://www.320480.com/download.php

iphone
Adobe Photoshop PSD iPhone Interface from Smashing Magazine
http://media1.smashingmagazine.com/images/iphone-vector-pack/iphone-gui.zip





Adobe Fireworks iPhone Interface Designs

iphone_mockup_toolkit_small
Adobe Fireworks PNG Vector iPhone Interface from MetaSpark
Download the CS3 version
http://blog.metaspark.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/iphone_mockup_toolkit_cs3png.zip
Download the CS4 version
http://blog.metaspark.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/iphone_mockup_toolkit_cs4png.zip





Adobe Illustrator iPhone Interface Vector Designs

iphone02
Adobe Illustrator AI Vector iPhone Interface Design
http://www.taterboy.com/blog/2008/06/vector-iphone-interface-artwork/

ui_vector_preview_02
Adobe Illustrator AI Vector iPhone Design Elements
http://www.mercuryintermedia.com/downloads/iphone_ui_vector_elements.zip





iPhone Interface Design Elements

beforescale
iPhone Icon Set
http://www.keepthewebweird.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/iphoneicon.psd iPhone Design Elements
http://developer.yahoo.com/ypatterns/wireframes/

iPhone Design components – Adobe Fireworks Symbols
http://code.google.com/p/iphone-gui-fireworks-symbols/

iPhone toolbar icons - PNG
http://www.glyphish.com/download/iphone-toolbar-icons.zip





Tutorials for iPhone Design

img_tut_iphone1

Adobe Fireworks iPhone Design Tutorial
Tutorial for creating the iPhone interface with Adobe Fireworks
Final PNG File

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XFX Studio BLOG

XFX Studio is a full service web development firm whose main objective is to offer custom solutions to businesses of any size looking to achieve a professional web presence and/or corporate identity via web branding.

In addition to informational/brochure websites, XFX Studio provides custom web application developmentservices, allowing our customers to do business with their clients online and/or web-enable their core business processes - resulting in an almost immediate return on investment.

Our clients understand that most often your website gives the first impression to your customers. The value of that first impression, combined with the functionality to allow those customers to do business with you via the web is worth far more than the bottom line on a quote.