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Understanding Multiplatform

August 25, 2010 in Events

Date: 9 October 2010
Venue: Princess on Portland, Manchester
Cost: £200

Who?

Freelancers from TV, Film, Games and Web and new entrants to Cross-platform media production.

What & Why?

The landscape of media production, distribution, consumption, supply and demand is fast changing. This impacts on both ‘traditional’ and ‘new’ media sectors, and in turn raises different opportunities and barriers for individuals already working or aspiring to work in media.

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PHP North West Conference 2010

August 25, 2010 in Events

Date: 9 October 2010
Venue: Manchester Conference Centre
Cost: £75 (+VAT), concession tickets available (student/OAP) £38 (+VAT)

Following from last year’s successful event, the third edition of the PHP North West Conference will take place in Manchester on Saturday 9th October 2010 bringing a great mix of speakers and community from the north of England and far beyond.

With a local feel, there will be a packed day of talks from a range of speakers, socials Friday and Saturday night, and informal sessions running on Sunday for those making a weekend of it. Meet up with friends old and new and immerse yourself in all things PHP related!

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Hollywood interest in Angry Birds movie

August 25, 2010 in News Roundup

The developers of the hugely popular iPhone game Angry Birds are reported to be in talks with Hollywood studios.

The hit game, created by the Finnish company Rovio, features a group of Angry Birds on a revenge mission to kill green pigs who stole their eggs. Launched in December last year, the game has sold more than 6.5 million downloads to date.

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C# Web Developer


August 25, 2010 in Jobs

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £26k – £34k

We have a Client based on the outskirts of Newcastle looking for a C# Web Developer to join their expanding team of creative digital developers, producing extraordinary websites and web based applications for a wide variety of interesting Clients across the UK.

In this role you will be responsible for the development of code and software solutions suitable to client demand in line with company practices.

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PR agency creates a social media 'Hall of Fame'

August 25, 2010 in News Roundup

Highlighting the increasing importance of social media in brand marketing, PR agency Umpf has put together a list of the world’s best social media campaigns.

From iconic brands such as Coca-Cola, Ford, Nike and Nokia to lesser known names such as Ascendgence and DARPA, the ‘Social Media Campaign Hall of Fame’ features 54 innovative case studies.

According to Adrian Johnson, Umpf owner, in heart of any great marketing campaign, there is a brilliant idea.

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Digital experts find strength in numbers

August 25, 2010 in News Roundup

Flemming Arnott; Jill Heslop; Richard Myers (managing director); Hanna Miettinen

Flemming Arnott; Jill Heslop; Richard Myers (managing director); Hanna Miettinen

Digital media agency Industrial Strength has recruited three new staff members on the back of a series of client wins as it pushes for growth.

The Gateshead-based company specialises in website design and development, multimedia and online marketing for a client base including Sage, Tommee Tippee and Gentoo. It also works as a digital partner to top advertising and design companies in the North East, London and Geneva.

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Digital Marketing Manager

August 25, 2010 in Jobs

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £25K

One of the fastest growing design and digital agencies in the North East are looking to appoint a digital marketing guru. It’s a fantastic opportunity for a rising star in the digital arena.

You’ll be tasked with managing a variety of digital campaigns, whether this is full web projects – from initial scope through to launch, SEO, social media, PPC or online advertising. You will work closely with their Account Manager to deliver Clients’ web projects and marketing campaigns on time, to the expected high standards and within budget.

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How can Google challenge Facebook?

August 24, 2010 in News Roundup

google_social_mixGoogle’s desire to expand its reach to social media is no secret. Through its numerous acquisitions, Google has tried and tested different approaches but nothing so far has proved particularly promising.

Buzz, Wave and Orkut have all raised some interest at their time, but never caught on with the masses. However, if Google manages to combine the best features of its previous ventures, the rumoured Facebook challenger ‘Google Me’ could prove to be the real deal, a PC World article speculates.

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Heineken's YouTube ad charms TV viewers

August 24, 2010 in News Roundup

After the huge YouTube success of its Walk-in Fridge ad, Heineken has launched a multimillion ad campaign on TV and in cinemas.

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BP tries to ORM its way out of trouble

August 19, 2010 in News Roundup, Uncategorized

Gulf Oil Spill Free To TalkOne of the most recent examples of an attempt to use Online Reputation Management (ORM) to handle extremely negative PR was BP’s response to the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.

After trying to control what was said on its own social media pages, the company turned to blogging for help.

They hired two reporters to provide ‘editorial updates’ on the crisis – counting perhaps on journalistic objectivity to help rebuild its damaged reputation.

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