From the retail deals of President’s Day to the colorful celebration of Mardi Gras, it’s been an exciting week.

And there’s more!…Time to put the beads away to learn about some great creative, marketing and interactive job opportunities this week in our featured Hot Jobs…

• Keynote/PowerPoint Designer
• UI Designer
• Senior Interactive Art Director
• Production Artist
• Designer/Developer
• Copywriter

Our career advocates are ready to learn more about you and help you discover your next great career move!

 Alissa recently ended a 10 year career as senior art director with a major clothing line’s website. Her careful attention to details helped to develop homepages, online advertising and marketing, mobile sites and social networks for the company. Managing e-commerce design teams in two locations, Alissa utilized CMAccess to fill contract positions. Seeing first hand the quality designers that CMAccess supplied and having built a relationship with their team, Alissa knew she wanted the group to help with her job search.

 Her dream position would be in a smaller company where Alissa can really participate in many different areas including designing — print or online she enjoys it all. Alissa would love to bring her 20 years of experience to help take a company to the next level, while acting as a mentor to new designers.

 When she’s not working, Alissa relaxes through horseback riding. Though she has been competitive in her past —she began riding at 8-years-old — Alissa enjoys the sport recreationally these days.

Her attention to details and ability to focus on the task at hand makes Alissa our top talent for the month.

Sure, candy is nice, but we’re showing we really care by giving you something more than sugary confections or flowers that will eventually wilt.

You’ll love this week’s featured Hot Jobs including…

• Keynote/Powerpoint Designer
• UI Designer
• Senior Interactive Art Director
• Production Artist
• Designer/Developer

Contact us today to learn more!  (And don’t forget to tell a friend or special someone about us too!)

You got the job, congratulations!  You obviously made a great first impression on the hiring team during the interview!

But as you start your new position and navigate your way through the first year, are you still the same person your manager and colleagues were impressed with, or have you started to fade into the background (or worse, getting unwanted attention because of some negative habits you’ve started to share with your new team?)

As the “new girl” or “new guy” on the job, the first 90 days is a crucial time.  You are setting the stage for your career within this company, and what you do (or don’t do) can either make or break your future.

We loved this article from Cybercoders.  It really says it all about making a great first impression during your first few months on the job.

So take a few moments for a self-check to ensure that you’re still projecting a positive image as the best candidate for the job.   Your future will thank you!

To learn more about our referral program, contact us at 800-330-4110 or via email at recruiting@cmaccess.com to get started.

Now that you’ve had a few days for the dust to settle, it’s time to treat your career with the attention it deserves.  So check out this week’s game-changing Hot Jobs…

• Keynote/Powerpoint Designer
• UI Designer
• Senior Interactive Art Director
• Production Artist
• Web Designer
• Flash Designer

Contact us to learn more about these and other creative, marketing and interactive opportunities!

Aquarius is an air sign and ruled by planets Uranus and Saturn. Aquarians are known as masters of manipulation and can charm their way through many situations. They embrace change and are drawn to the unconventional. 

If you are searching: Though you can act as an expert on any topic, it doesn’t make you one. Do your research! Go into an interview knowing the facts about the company and the position first. Then use your creativity and personality to your advantage. 

If you are hiring: Trust your knowledge and intuition to make the right decision. Don’t hesitate when the right candidate comes along. 

Business Compatibility: Gemini, Capricorn and Cancer

Curious about what the stars have aligned in your job or candidate search? Take a glimpse at our crystal ball with CM Access’s monthly Hiring Horoscopes. A new forecast will be revealed for that month’s reigning zodiac sign.

To be a star in your own right, we’re helping you launch your career with this week’s featured Hot Jobs…

• Email Marketing Specialist
• UI Designer
• Senior Interactive Art Director
• Production Artist

So get ready for your close-up and give us a call to learn more about these and other creative, marketing and interactive opportunities!

To kick-off this new feature we introduce you to Matthew, a graphic designer who has an abundance of artistic skills. Matt has been with CM Access for a year and a half, and has spent time designing packaging for a popular toy company. His designs can be seen in your local toy aisle and in European stores as well, a fact that Matt enjoys.

Walking through a store with family or friends and pointing to a toy package on the shelf and saying “I designed that” is a great feeling, Matt described.

While some may be hesitant to work in a contracting position, Matthew said partnering with CM Access has been a great experience, including the opportunity to work with market-leading companies. He and his fellow contractors were welcomed into the family at their assigned company, even getting together during downtime with their co-workers. Matthew has the strong support of his career advocate Jason DeVito, who he reports, has worked hard to get him positions in companies that pique his interest. Matthew’s dream is to one day design for the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment for you non-wrestling fans) since the sport is something he and his father have enjoyed together since his childhood. He revealed that Jason is working to help Matthew realize his dream.

Artistic pursuits are a large part of Matt’s life in more ways than graphic design. Putting his skills to work in costume and set design has strong appeal for him. If you saw the Ultrasonic Rock Orchestra, a Boston rock opera, then you saw some of Matt’s work. He acted as a costume designer for the show. The picture above is another sample of Matt’s work.

Matt also hopes to do some traveling and experience the Scandinavian countries of Iceland and Finland. There is something about the culture and breathtaking landscapes that has always captured his interest.

Just speaking with Matt, it’s clear that his passion for his craft and innovative ideas makes him an asset to any company’s design team.

If you feel Matt or another of CM Access’s team of talent can add to your company’s success contact us at 800-330-4110.