Implus LLC Career Opportunities
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Design execution and construction of consumer focused digital design experience as an in-house creative department or agency?
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Create online advertising campaigns that include landing pages, banners, display ads and social media graphics, and that will include several different sizes and formats
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Work Across All Brands & Channels & Help Drive Sales in This New, Project-Oriented Videographer Role

Support projects & teams including Marketing, Digital Marketing, Packaging, Sales & Service at an innovative company that puts employees first.

If you are an experienced videographer who combines a passion for your work with the creative insight and technical know-how to affect consumers' responses (you like to raise goosebumps by creating work that wows), the role of Video Content Producer with Implus could be your perfect fit. Consider the opportunity. You will: Implus fosters a culture where passionate, creative people come together in a high-performing workplace to make a difference. Headquartered in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, Implus is an innovative footwear, athletic, and outdoor accessories provider, with locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong, and South Africa. The Implus brand family includes Sof Sole, Yaktrax, apara, airplus, Sneaker Balls, Sof Comfort, Little Hotties, Harbinger, TriggerPoint, Perfect Fitness, SKLZ, Balega, Penguin, DryGuy, FitDeck, Spenco, Force Field, and FuelBelt. From insoles, socks, and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories, Implus products are sold in over 75,000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide. Every day is full of opportunities to have a meaningful, tangible impact and to innovate by bringing creativity to life.

The Requirements

To be a strong fit for this Video Content Producer opportunity, you will have:
  • 2+ years of consumer-focused video production at an in-house creative department or agency Quick question for you - click here
  • A bachelor’s or associate's degree, or the equivalent combination of education and experience Quick question for you - click here
  • Ability to shoot, storyboard, animate and edit videos focused on storytelling for unique brands and products
  • Ability to work on multiple projects from eCommerce to websites, events, tradeshows, social media, etc. 
  • Technical skills including expert level ability to work with video equipment, editing software, lighting and sound equipment
  • Experience driving a user experience in relation to video from start-to-finish that delivers results and connects with consumers 
  • Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
  • A video reel demonstrating your strong visual communication skills
In addition, you will need the following core competencies and characteristics:
  • Ability to multi-task, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 
  • Attention to detail
  • Proven time management skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • The ability to work independently or collaboratively, take a high degree of initiative and adapt in a dynamic environment
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • A strong sense of ownership and delivery combined with a strong sense of teamwork with a "get it done" attitude
  • A sense of humor
All candidates will be required to present a portfolio of their work or a link to their online portfolio to be considered for the role. 

You will work out of our offices in Durham during typical business hours, with a willingness to flex as projects demand. In other words, you'll enjoy solid work/life balance with a late night here and there to meet deadlines. 

The Role

Opportunity Snapshot
Reporting to the Creative Director, as Video Content Producer, you will be responsible for the original creation of video content for all twenty (and growing) Implus brands and every channel in order to build an intriguing message for our consumers, and encouraging them to buy. You will work with cross-functional departments and create original content from the ground up. This is a brand new role that you'll own and build. We will support you in the development of the role and function by providing the tools and technology needed to produce best-in-class video assets. 

Our Team
You will join an innovative group of creatives and marketers, passionate about customer-centric strategies and tactics that are always evolving and increasing results. We thrive off mind-blowing designs, incredible user experiences, endless testing, solid insights, whiteboard sessions, collaborations, and an enormous amount of coffee, chocolate & Rise Donuts. We're expanding our group by adding talent.

Your Mission
Daily, you will work on diverse projects, managing the production of all requested/required videos, communicating with art directors, photographers, copywriters and others to ensure the delivery of targeted videos. Projects will include everything from Websites to eCommerce, tradeshows, internal events, social media and more. It will be important to understand each project's scope, how to organize the project and who you'll work with.  Quick question for you - click here Your essential responsibilities will include:
  • Product video/rendering
  • Utilizing video equipment and editing software to create videos from concept through execution
  • Communicating with departments and teams in the creation video content
  • Setting the tone for the team in relation to video
  • Building and maintaining a video library
  • Following brand guidelines and understanding the essence of each brand
  • Create mock-ups to represent the final design concept
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: Implus offers a variety of innovative products, including a line of shoe care products created by an accomplished team of experts. Our formulas are powerful enough to cut through stains, yet gentle enough for the finest materials.

What's in It for You

Best of both worlds
You'll enjoy the best of both worlds: an entrepreneurial environment where the sky is the limit as far as what's possible, alongside the strength of a global organization with long-term success and an ongoing growth initiative. 

Career development
We are committed to developing employees and promoting their growth. While this role could keep you interested for years to come, there are also opportunities for you to take your next career step when you're ready. For example, this role could serve as the cornerstone of a team of video content producers. 

Great location
The Raleigh-Durham area of North Carolina is a great place to be. Durham was ranked as the #1 best city for millennials to live by Growella in 2017. Raleigh was ranked the #2 best place for business and careers by Forbes in 2017. The area is also home to Research Triangle Park, one of the most prominent high-tech research and development centers in the U.S.

Positive company culture
Our culture is how we work together to serve our customers and grow. Our values foster an energized team environment, build on our strengths, promote innovation, and encourage accountability, commitment, and teamwork. Our philosophy is people over process. We strive to provide an environment that promotes entrepreneurialism, along with fun, healthy competition, and global partnerships. We believe in giving back to our communities and society.

A work environment that keeps employees in mind
We want our employees to enjoy coming to work every day. That’s why we offer a casual environment where you can wear jeans and t-shirts every day. We also have an onsite fitness center, and off-site employer-sponsored events that allow you to engage with other employees, have fun and relax.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive compensation, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and PTO, great group health benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, life, short- and long-term disability) mostly beginning the first day of the month following your date of hire, a 401(k) plan starting from day one, a company match of up to 6% that begins just 90 days after hire, and more.

Pictured: A recent town hall meeting where employees had the chance to enjoy great food, games, and each other’s company.

Keys to Success

The goal of our marketing and content development teams is ultimately to make the cash register sing. To help with that effort, you'll take on a highly creative role which has the potential to reach a wide range of customers with intriguing and informative video content. You'll think about each unique shoot, perhaps working on a soccer field or at a track one day, and in the studio the next.

The ideal candidate will bring solutions, not just identify problems, and roll up his/her sleeves to get things done. S/he will bring new ideas and share those with leaders and the team. In addition, to be an outstanding Video Content Producer, you will:​
  • Effectively manage a high volume of work, juggling competing priorities and delivering quality work on time
  • Volunteer and share ideas, using your creative mind to make an impact
  • Lead as well as follow and check your ego at the door -- we succeed as a team
  • Ask questions to move things forward
  • Learn as you're exposed to a variety of projects and programs -- strive to continually evolve
  • Communicate and build effective business relationships
If this sounds like the right mix of challenge and opportunity, then we want to hear from you today!

Pictured: The GRID Foam Roller by TriggerPoint. Roll through tight muscles, knots and kinks.

Work Across All Brands & Channels & Help Drive Sales in This New, Project-Oriented Videographer Role

Support projects & teams including Marketing, Digital Marketing, Packaging, Sales & Service at an innovative company that puts employees first.

If you are an experienced videographer who combines a passion for your work with the creative insight and technical know-how to affect consumers' responses (you like to raise goosebumps by creating work that wows), the role of Video Content Producer with Implus could be your perfect fit. Consider the opportunity. You will: Implus fosters a culture where passionate, creative people come together in a high-performing workplace to make a difference. Headquartered in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, Implus is an innovative footwear, athletic, and outdoor accessories provider, with locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong, and South Africa. The Implus brand family includes Sof Sole, Yaktrax, apara, airplus, Sneaker Balls, Sof Comfort, Little Hotties, Harbinger, TriggerPoint, Perfect Fitness, SKLZ, Balega, Penguin, DryGuy, FitDeck, Spenco, Force Field, and FuelBelt. From insoles, socks, and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories, Implus products are sold in over 75,000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide. Every day is full of opportunities to have a meaningful, tangible impact and to innovate by bringing creativity to life.

The Requirements

To be a strong fit for this Video Content Producer opportunity, you will have:
  • 2+ years of consumer-focused video production at an in-house creative department or agency Quick question for you - click here
  • A bachelor’s or associate's degree, or the equivalent combination of education and experience Quick question for you - click here
  • Ability to shoot, storyboard, animate and edit videos focused on storytelling for unique brands and products
  • Ability to work on multiple projects from eCommerce to websites, events, tradeshows, social media, etc. 
  • Technical skills including expert level ability to work with video equipment, editing software, lighting and sound equipment
  • Experience driving a user experience in relation to video from start-to-finish that delivers results and connects with consumers 
  • Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
  • A video reel demonstrating your strong visual communication skills
In addition, you will need the following core competencies and characteristics:
  • Ability to multi-task, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 
  • Attention to detail
  • Proven time management skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • The ability to work independently or collaboratively, take a high degree of initiative and adapt in a dynamic environment
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • A strong sense of ownership and delivery combined with a strong sense of teamwork with a "get it done" attitude
  • A sense of humor
All candidates will be required to present a portfolio of their work or a link to their online portfolio to be considered for the role. 

You will work out of our offices in Durham during typical business hours, with a willingness to flex as projects demand. In other words, you'll enjoy solid work/life balance with a late night here and there to meet deadlines. 

The Role

Opportunity Snapshot
Reporting to the Creative Director, as Video Content Producer, you will be responsible for the original creation of video content for all twenty (and growing) Implus brands and every channel in order to build an intriguing message for our consumers, and encouraging them to buy. You will work with cross-functional departments and create original content from the ground up. This is a brand new role that you'll own and build. We will support you in the development of the role and function by providing the tools and technology needed to produce best-in-class video assets. 

Our Team
You will join an innovative group of creatives and marketers, passionate about customer-centric strategies and tactics that are always evolving and increasing results. We thrive off mind-blowing designs, incredible user experiences, endless testing, solid insights, whiteboard sessions, collaborations, and an enormous amount of coffee, chocolate & Rise Donuts. We're expanding our group by adding talent.

Your Mission
Daily, you will work on diverse projects, managing the production of all requested/required videos, communicating with art directors, photographers, copywriters and others to ensure the delivery of targeted videos. Projects will include everything from Websites to eCommerce, tradeshows, internal events, social media and more. It will be important to understand each project's scope, how to organize the project and who you'll work with.  Quick question for you - click here Your essential responsibilities will include:
  • Product video/rendering
  • Utilizing video equipment and editing software to create videos from concept through execution
  • Communicating with departments and teams in the creation video content
  • Setting the tone for the team in relation to video
  • Building and maintaining a video library
  • Following brand guidelines and understanding the essence of each brand
  • Create mock-ups to represent the final design concept
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: Implus offers a variety of innovative products, including a line of shoe care products created by an accomplished team of experts. Our formulas are powerful enough to cut through stains, yet gentle enough for the finest materials.

What's in It for You

Best of both worlds
You'll enjoy the best of both worlds: an entrepreneurial environment where the sky is the limit as far as what's possible, alongside the strength of a global organization with long-term success and an ongoing growth initiative. 

Career development
We are committed to developing employees and promoting their growth. While this role could keep you interested for years to come, there are also opportunities for you to take your next career step when you're ready. For example, this role could serve as the cornerstone of a team of video content producers. 

Great location
The Raleigh-Durham area of North Carolina is a great place to be. Durham was ranked as the #1 best city for millennials to live by Growella in 2017. Raleigh was ranked the #2 best place for business and careers by Forbes in 2017. The area is also home to Research Triangle Park, one of the most prominent high-tech research and development centers in the U.S.

Positive company culture
Our culture is how we work together to serve our customers and grow. Our values foster an energized team environment, build on our strengths, promote innovation, and encourage accountability, commitment, and teamwork. Our philosophy is people over process. We strive to provide an environment that promotes entrepreneurialism, along with fun, healthy competition, and global partnerships. We believe in giving back to our communities and society.

A work environment that keeps employees in mind
We want our employees to enjoy coming to work every day. That’s why we offer a casual environment where you can wear jeans and t-shirts every day. We also have an onsite fitness center, and off-site employer-sponsored events that allow you to engage with other employees, have fun and relax.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive compensation, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and PTO, great group health benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, life, short- and long-term disability) mostly beginning the first day of the month following your date of hire, a 401(k) plan starting from day one, a company match of up to 6% that begins just 90 days after hire, and more.

Pictured: A recent town hall meeting where employees had the chance to enjoy great food, games, and each other’s company.

Keys to Success

The goal of our marketing and content development teams is ultimately to make the cash register sing. To help with that effort, you'll take on a highly creative role which has the potential to reach a wide range of customers with intriguing and informative video content. You'll think about each unique shoot, perhaps working on a soccer field or at a track one day, and in the studio the next.

The ideal candidate will bring solutions, not just identify problems, and roll up his/her sleeves to get things done. S/he will bring new ideas and share those with leaders and the team. In addition, to be an outstanding Video Content Producer, you will:​
  • Effectively manage a high volume of work, juggling competing priorities and delivering quality work on time
  • Volunteer and share ideas, using your creative mind to make an impact
  • Lead as well as follow and check your ego at the door -- we succeed as a team
  • Ask questions to move things forward
  • Learn as you're exposed to a variety of projects and programs -- strive to continually evolve
  • Communicate and build effective business relationships
If this sounds like the right mix of challenge and opportunity, then we want to hear from you today!

Pictured: The GRID Foam Roller by TriggerPoint. Roll through tight muscles, knots and kinks.
Implus LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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