How to Apply
Send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@hspn.com. Please note: we do
read your cover letter and give it as much importance as your resume. Please take time to indicate why you believe you would be a good fit for HSPN Networks.
News Correspondent
Location: Telecommute
Type: Part Time
Job Description:
HSPN Networks publishes news articles related to the aftermarket automotive industry.
You will be responsible for working with the management team to gather requested information and update/maintain the news and press release database. HSPN Networks is growing rapidly and this position provides a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, energetic candidate who wants industry experience.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a highly self-motivated, enthusiastic individual that can
thrive in a fast-paced, fast growing environment.
- Bachelor degree in English, Journalism, or at least comparable experience (College juniors have been accepted)
- Very proficient in getting around the Internet quickly
- HTML proficient and proficient at linking and resizing images
- Very Proficient in the English language
- Ability to upload, review, and edit news & articles with little supervision
- Outstanding verbal and written skills
- Previous experience working for a magazine, newspaper,
blogging service, or some other media entity is a plus.
- Knowledge of Adobe
Photoshop and the Macromedia suite of products is also recommended.
Events Correspondent
Location: Telecommute
Type: Part Time
Job Description:
HSPN Networks publishes news articles related to motorsports events of interest to
enthusiasts. We are seeking individuals who are interested in doing field
reports, writeups, and taking digital photographs (if possible) of auto
shows, car shows, and motorsport events. Contributions may be on an ad-hoc
basis and a long term commitment is not required. A good command of the English language as well as an interest in following the development of topics of interest to enthusiasts is a must. Successful applicants will receive free invites for all events they cover.
You will be responsible for sending all information and photography taken at
the show to the management team. You may also be responsible for editing
information uploaded by other members of the team.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a highly self-motivated, enthusiastic individual that can
thrive in a fast-paced, fast growing environment.
- Bachelor degree in English, Journalism, or at least comparable experience
(College juniors have been accepted)
- Very proficient in getting around the Internet quickly
- HTML proficient and proficient at linking and resizing images
- Very Proficient in the English language
- Ability to upload, review, and edit articles with little supervision
- Outstanding verbal and written skills
- Previous experience working for a magazine, newspaper,
blogging service, or some other media entity is a plus.
- Knowledge of Adobe
Photoshop and the Macromedia suite of products is also recommended.
Journalist
Location: Telecommute
Type: Part Time
Job Description:
HSPN Networks publishes news and articles related to automotive news, motorsports events, and new aftermarket industry products of interest to enthusiasts. We are seeking individuals who are interested in writing about topics or subjects that would appeal most to enthusiasts. A long term commitment is not required. A good command of the English language as well as an interest in following the development of topics of interest to enthusiasts is a must. Successful applicants will receive free invites for all events they cover.
You will be responsible for sending all information and photography taken at the show to the management team. You may also be responsible for editing information uploaded by other members of the team.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a highly self-motivated, enthusiastic individual that can thrive in a fast-paced, fast growing environment.
- Bachelor degree in English, Journalism, or at least comparable experience (College juniors have been accepted)
- Very proficient in getting around the Internet quickly
- HTML proficient and proficient at linking and resizing images
- Very Proficient in the English language
- Ability to upload, review, and edit articles with little supervision
- Outstanding verbal and written skills
- Previous experience working for a magazine, newspaper, blogging service, or some other media entity is a plus.
- Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and the Macromedia suite of products is also recommended.
Flash / Website Designer
Location: Telecommute
Type: Part Time
Job Description:
HSPN seeks entry-level and experienced website designers to work for HSPN
Networks' dynamic Brand and Creative Development team. Primary responsibilities will include creating and producing standard media and interactive Flash/Flash video advertising, developing new and innovative advertising opportunities, and designing traditional and Flash driven web sites for HSPN Networks and its partners. The Designer should have advanced working knowledge of all aspects of Flash including action scripting, motion graphics, and Flash video production/editing. The Designer will also have a strong working knowledge of HTML and CSS. The Designer should also have a solid understanding of interactive and user interface design as well as an extensive knowledge of traditional design fundamentals including layout, typography, print, and color theory. This individual must exhibit the ability to create new solutions while adhering to style guidelines and brand objectives. The Designer must be able to follow a
project from initial concept to final execution while taking direction from the project director. The Designer will work closely with the creative, technical, and product teams and will be expected to attend all virtual meetings to represent design concerns. This person must meet stringent deadlines and be able to juggle multiple projects, while having the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. Applicants must submit online portfolios for consideration.
Qualifications:
- Strong conceptual and technical knowledge of all Design principles (typography, color, layout, motion, etc.)
- Advanced Flash skills including action scripting, Flash video production/editing.
- Working knowledge of CSS and HTML
- Ability to create, design and produce online interactive advertising campaigns
- Knowledge in usability and information design
- Can provide multiple creative solutions to problems
- Great attention to detail, while having an open mind for creativity
- Able to work in a fast paced creative environment, while taking creative direction from managers
- Ability to handle multiple jobs at one time
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Positive attitude towards work, and approachable as a fellow co-worker, thrives working within a team environment.
- 2 or more years of working experience in the online design industry preferred
- BFA in Graphic/Website Design, or equivalent training and experience preferred
- Online portfolio required
- Agency experience (a plus)
Technical skills:
- Platforms: Windows (required), Mac OS (a plus)
- Software: Macromedia Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator (a plus), Adobe ImageReady (a plus), Adobe After Effects(a plus), Microsoft
Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
- Scripting: HTML, CSS, Actionscript (a plus), Javascript (a plus), PHP / ASP / MySQL / MS SQL (a plus)
Graphics Designer
Location: Telecommute
Type: Part Time
Job Description:
HSPN seeks entry-level and experienced graphics designers to work for HSPN Networks' dynamic Brand and Creative Development team. The designer should have advanced working knowledge of all aspects of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. The Designer should also have a solid understanding of interactive and user interface design as well as an extensive knowledge of traditional design fundamentals including layout, typography, print, and color theory. This individual must exhibit the ability to create new solutions while adhering to style guidelines and brand objectives. The Designer will work closely with the creative, technical, and product teams and will be expected to attend all virtual meetings to represent design concerns. This person must meet stringent deadlines and be able to juggle multiple projects, while having the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. Applicants must submit online portfolios for consideration.
Qualifications:
- Strong conceptual and technical knowledge of all Design principles
(typography, color, layout, motion, etc.)
- Ability to create, design and produce online interactive advertising campaigns
- Knowledge in usability and information design
- Great attention to detail, while having open mind for creativity
- Able to work in a fast paced creative environment, while taking creative direction from managers
- Ability to handle multiple jobs at one time
- Positive attitude towards work, and approachable as a fellow co-worker, thrives working within a team environment.
- 2 or more years of working experience in the online design industry preferred
- BFA in Graphic Design, or equivalent training and experience preferred
- Online portfolio required
- Agency experience (a plus)
Technical skills:
- Platforms: Windows (required), Mac OS (a plus)
- Software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe ImageReady(a plus), 3D Studio Max (a plus), BBEdit(a plus), Adobe After Effects(a plus), Microsoft
Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Software Engineer
Location: Telecommute
Type: Part Time
Job Description:
HSPN seeks entry-level and experienced software engineers to work for HSPN Networks' dynamic Brand and Creative Development team. The engineer should have advanced working knowledge of all aspects of PHP and MySQL. C, C++, ASP, and MS SQL are a plus. This individual must exhibit the ability to create new solutions while adhering to guidelines and objectives. The enineer will work closely with the creative, technical, and product teams and will be expected to attend all virtual meetings. This person must meet stringent deadlines and be able to juggle multiple projects, while having the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Qualifications:
- Strong conceptual knowledge of coding / scripting logic
- Strong technical knowledge of PHP and MySQL
- Able to work in a fast paced creative environment, while taking creative direction from managers
- Ability to handle multiple jobs at one time
- Positive attitude towards work, and approachable as a fellow co-worker, thrives working within a team environment.
- 2 or more years of working experience in the software industry preferred
- BFA in Computer Science / Software Engineering, or equivalent training and experience preferred
Technical skills:
- Platforms: Windows (required), Linux / Unix (a plus)
- Scripting: PHP / MySQL, HTML, ASP / MS SQL (a plus), C / C++ (a plus), CSS (a plus), Javascript (a plus)
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