Synergy Corporate Technologies

From all of us at Synergy Corporate Technologies,
Happy Holidays & New Year!

Join us for our expert roundtable discussion with Powell Software on July 16th at 12 p.m. EST. Gain insight on navigating the ever-evolving digital workplace landscape with proper governance and adoption strategies.

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From all of us at Synergy Corporate Technologies,
Happy Holidays & New Year!

Company Description
Synergy is an integrated technology company based in Westport, CT with a focus on Digital Strategy, Digital Transformation, and IT Managed Services. We are a Gold Certified Microsoft Partner and Google Partner.

Job Description
Synergy is seeking a highly motivated, personable Production Artist/Web Designer.

The selected candidate will assist Synergy’s Digital Strategy & Digital Transformation team with multiple concurrent projects for our clients. The candidate we seek is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about design. The right candidate will have the ability to not only design compelling ads appropriate for social platforms but can also assist in the design and production of intranets, extranets, and public-facing websites.

This position is well suited to someone with 1-2 years of professional experience or a recent college grad with a degree in a related field. Knowledge or the desire to learn more about digital marketing is also a plus.

Responsibilities
- Develop design concepts and solutions based on creative briefs, brand guides, and corporate business strategies.
- Produce design concept and standards for intranet and internet websites and mobile sites.
- Offer recommendations for page design, imagery, and graphics.
- Assist our Digital Strategy team with the creation of social media advertising and reporting.
- Create working web solutions from spec with full CSS, JavaScript, and HTML/HTML5.

Qualifications
Required:
- Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field
1-3 years of relevant work experience
- Ability to work on multiple projects efficiently and in a timely manner
- Maintain electronic files in an organized manner
- Strong UX/UI design skills
- Self-motivated and able to work as part of a team
- Ability to be creative and think critically
- A clear and detail oriented communicator
- Strong attention to detail, and a commitment to deliver highly polished web mock-ups
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in the following:
- Knowledge and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, UX/UI, modern web standards and trends, HTML(5), CSS(3), JavaScript and ARIA accessibility as it pertains to the layout of branding for web pages.
- Experience in graphic design for both RGB and CMYK projects.
- Knowledge or experience with CMS platforms is a plus (Kentico, Wix, etc.)
- Knowledge of SEO/Digital Advertising is a plus.

Benefits offered:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
- Retirement benefits or accounts
- Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules

This is an office-based position in Westport, CT. If you cannot commute to the office on a daily basis, please don't apply.

Interested?
Applications accepted by applying online: https://www.synergyonline.com/company/careers/production-artist-web-designer.aspx

Submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you believe you can contribute to our continued success, detailing your strengths, values and real-world experiences in the field.

We also encourage you to visit www.synergyonline.com to find out more about the company.

Principals only. * Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers. *

Company Description
Entering our 25th year in business, Synergy has been a leading consulting firm specializing in Microsoft technologies. We have three core disciplines: Technology Solutions, Business Consulting and Digital Strategy.

Job Description
We are looking for a Level I IT Support Professional who is a highly-motivated team player with excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate should also be a highly energetic person with a thirst for knowledge, a level-headed demeanor, and a love of technology.

This role will be responsible for providing technical support to our customers (both by phone and on-site at their offices in the tri-state area). If you are motivated to learn and grow your IT skills and expose yourself to a wide range of technologies, we are happy to provide you with training to take your career further.

Responsibilities
- Supporting our client's issues related to both Hardware and Software, including general help desk administration, monitoring and reporting
- Limited administration and support of Microsoft operating systems & office applications, acting as the external supplier liaison to help resolve internal problems; troubleshooting of connectivity issues.
- Monitoring and acting on infrastructure reporting tools
- Customer Relationship Management

Qualifications
Required:
We believe that supporting the IT needs of our customers is a craft, and the successful applicant will possess the following tool kit.

- Proven experience (at least 1-2 years) in the field
- Ideally, MCP certified or working towards certification. CompTIA A+/N+ a positive.

Proficiency in the following:
- Microsoft Windows Servers
- Microsoft Windows for desktop
- Active Directory
- Microsoft Office Suite
- HP, Dell, Desktop, Laptops, Printers and Scanners
- Basic Network Troubleshooting - TCP/IP and general WAN/LAN troubleshooting
Mac OSX as well as Apple and Dell hardware a plus.
- Ability to demonstrate competence in desktop/end-user support, understanding what it means to work within contracted Service Levels and provide excellent customer service to users.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills
- Strong written and oral communications
- Ability to solve practical problems

What is it like working for Synergy?
We are a dynamic and rewarding company to work for, offering excellent benefits and a friendly, supportive work environment. We provide the appropriate training according to your previous experience and work with you to achieve your personal goals as well as those of our customers.

Benefits offered:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
- Retirement benefits or accounts
- Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules

Interested?
Submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you believe you can contribute to our continued success, detailing your strengths, values and real-world experiences in the field.

This is a full-time office position in our Westport, CT headquarters. If you cannot commute to the office on a daily basis, please do not apply.

Company Description
Synergy is an integrated technology company based in Westport, CT with a focus on Digital Strategy, Digital Transformation, and IT Managed Services. We are a Gold Certified Microsoft Partner and Google Partner.

Job Description
Synergy is seeking a highly motivated, personable Production Artist/Web Designer.

The selected candidate will assist Synergy’s Digital Strategy & Digital Transformation team with multiple concurrent projects for our clients. The candidate we seek is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about design. The right candidate will have the ability to not only design compelling ads appropriate for social platforms but can also assist in the design and production of intranets, extranets, and public-facing websites.

This position is well suited to someone with 1-2 years of professional experience or a recent college grad with a degree in a related field. Knowledge or the desire to learn more about digital marketing is also a plus.

Responsibilities
- Develop design concepts and solutions based on creative briefs, brand guides, and corporate business strategies.
- Produce design concept and standards for intranet and internet websites and mobile sites.
- Offer recommendations for page design, imagery, and graphics.
- Assist our Digital Strategy team with the creation of social media advertising and reporting.
- Create working web solutions from spec with full CSS, JavaScript, and HTML/HTML5.

Qualifications
Required:
- Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field
1-3 years of relevant work experience
- Ability to work on multiple projects efficiently and in a timely manner
- Maintain electronic files in an organized manner
- Strong UX/UI design skills
- Self-motivated and able to work as part of a team
- Ability to be creative and think critically
- A clear and detail oriented communicator
- Strong attention to detail, and a commitment to deliver highly polished web mock-ups
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in the following:
- Knowledge and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, UX/UI, modern web standards and trends, HTML(5), CSS(3), JavaScript and ARIA accessibility as it pertains to the layout of branding for web pages.
- Experience in graphic design for both RGB and CMYK projects.
- Knowledge or experience with CMS platforms is a plus (Kentico, Wix, etc.)
- Knowledge of SEO/Digital Advertising is a plus.

Benefits offered:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
- Retirement benefits or accounts
- Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules

This is an office based position in Westport, CT. If you cannot commute to the office on a daily basis, please don't apply.

Interested?
Submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you believe you can contribute to our continued success, detailing your strengths, values and real-world experiences in the field.

We also encourage you to visit www.synergyonline.com to find out more about the company.

Principals only. * Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers. *

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From everyone at Synergy, have a happy holiday and a wonderful new year!

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Happy Halloween from everyone at Synergy in Westport, CT!
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