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S&S Media is an integrated IT media company that provides IT professionals with accurate and timely information through a wide portfolio of magazines, online portals and conferences. S&S Media has an established and long-standing presence in Europe, with its parent company, Software & Support Verlag, garnering great support from the English and German speaking community of software enterprises, developers, project managers, enterprise solution buyers and IT professionals.

We now bring our success to Asia; with our headquarters in Singapore and offices in other parts of Asia, we continue to work closely with key enterprises and IT professionals to help bring advancements to the industry. We leverage on the power of print (magazine), online (web sites) and conference to create business edge for enterprises, while providing information and know-how to IT professionals. Each service or business unit supports and compliments one another to bring forth end-to-end media solutions to clients, thus ensuring overall effectiveness and maximised returns.

S&S Media's offices in Bangalore, India, is now hiring for the following job roles:

Senior Technology Editors (3) We are seeking a total of three Senior Technology Editors in the following technology domains: Open Source/PHP, Microsoft, and Java. When applying, please ensure that you specify the technology domain (Open Source/PHP or Microsoft or Java) for which your application should be considered.

Job Brief: Acquiring/Producing, Editing, converting, and launching all new site content Identify, develop, monitor and execute editorial strategy based on key technical issues, technology trends and product roadmaps in your technology domain Working with the editorial calendar to ensure content is posted and launched on time Preparation and transmission of weekly and monthly newsletters Regularly tracking and reporting on site traffic metrics Project managing and handling logistics for content initiatives, such as: conference coverage articles and online debate Cross linking our content on third party sites to drive traffic Monitor and respond to incoming site e-mails Moderate discussion forums Ensuring site content is fresh and up to date Work collaboratively with web development team on short and long-term projects; Central contact point for news briefings with strategic vendors; and, Travel to trade shows, conferences, and vendor events around the world.

Requirements/Skills: Basic understanding of information technology concepts relating to your technology domain is a must, coupled with a willingness to learn more. Excellent grasp of your technology domain is a definite plus. Strong English skills including editing, summarizing, essay writing Experience reporting, writing and/or editing, newspaper or magazine journalism is preferred Proficiency with HTML and HTML authoring tools Eagerness to understand critical issues facing the site’s readership and help find ways to address those issues via content development Good online communications skills Excellent Internet skills, ability to research topics quickly and effectively Outstanding organizational skills Strong project management skills, ability to juggle multiple tasks at a time Self-motivated, ability to work collaboratively and effectively with editors and colleagues Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English or other. Strong work experience and portfolio overrides an academic degree. Command over the German language, although not a criteria, is a plus, if, and only if, all of the above requirements/skills are met.

Senior Web Developer/Programmer (1)

Job Brief: Developing all types of web-based applications, with proficiency in developing database-driven, dynamic web sites Developing robust eCommerce solutions

Requirements/Skills: 3+ years of experience in web development and a desire to continually develop new skills. Exceptionally talented candidates with 1+ years of experience may also apply Strong eCommerce experience Excellent grasp of PHP programming is a must Familiarity with AJAX is a definite plus Knowledge of MySQL database and Apache web server Server familiarity with web markup languages, and good knowledge of XML, XHTML, RSS, and CSS Solid HTML and JavaScript skills Experience with Java and .NET Technologies is a plus Must have good communication and documentation skills, including good command over the English language. Should be a fast learner with good analytical and troubleshooting skills

Lead Designer/Graphic Artist (1)

Job Brief: Design and development of web site graphics for a broad variety of inhouse and external clients Responsible for the initial look and feel of the site Conceptualise creative designs and layout of marketing materials for print, online, banners, and live events Brainstorm with technical architects, editors, and web developers to create design concepts Lead and train other graphic designers in design and production and departmental procedures

Requirements/Skills: Solid experience in designing for the Web including expertise in current versions of Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, and similar tools Experience of designing for print magazines, brochures, and advertising content is a must Excellent typographic sense and an ability to express abstract concepts graphically in a dynamic manner Should posess knowledge of HTML and an understanding of how the Internet works Intermediate performance in Dreamweaver MX 2004 and Macromedia Flash MX 2004 are a plus Logo designing and company branding experience is a plus Must have an impressive design portfolio NID/BFA art degree preferred or equivalent experience

Accountant/Office Administrator (1) We are seeking an Office administrator/Accountant with excellent customer service orientation.

Job Brief: The responsibilities include managing the office reception, office supplies, drafting official letters, handling employee records and salaries, filing company and employee taxes, liaising with the bank, maintaining and despatching media/PR supplies, and help co-ordinate any office or client events.

Requirements/Skills: The candidate should be flexible, have good experience with Tally software, and must be atleast a B.Com with relevant work experience.

Please submit your resume to indiajobs@sda-india.com as word document, rich text file, text file or PDF format, and be sure to mention salary expectations. All Openings are for Bangalore, India. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview between November 22-25, 2005, at Bangalore, India.