From: "Ann Legunn" <vtpuppet-AT-gmail.com> To: <puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org> Date: Sun, 5 Apr 2009 10:00:53 -0400 Subject: [Puptcrit] thanks Henson...and everyone else! Hey if anyone wants to know what the owner/director of a puppet company does this a perfect description...only add building the puppets, sets and props; touring, hiring, performing and raising funds! If anyone is looking for performing work this fall please email me off Puptcrit. We will also be at the JOB FAIR on July 19 at the Puppeteers of America Festival. The PuppeTree owes a lot of thanks to Puptcrit for throwing questions out there and getting answers. We are still searching for a diversity idea for a sing along song but thanks to everyone who suggested things. And a big thanks to Steve Hollow at Penny Pretzel Playhouse and Brad Shur of Sun Rise Puppets plus all of PoA for the helping us receive a Emma Louise Warfield Memorial scholarship to attend the festival this summer in Atlanta! I can't wait to see and hear Hobey and Mary's letter read to all those puppeteers. So thanks everyone, Ann Legunn www.vtpuppeTree.org -----Original Message----- From: puptcrit-bounces-AT-puptcrit.org [mailto:puptcrit-bounces-AT-puptcrit.org] On Behalf Of puppetpro-AT-aol.com Sent: Saturday, April 04, 2009 2:13 PM To: puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] job Job Description: The Jim Henson Company Jim Henson=92s Creature Shop Sales Associate/Manager Job Description 3/5/09 =AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC =95 Build business relationships and maintain contact list. =95 Research industry daily for projects in development and those recently green lit. =95 Identify potential jobs for bids. =95 Make initial contact calls, set up conference calls and attend sales/bid meetings. =95 Meet with in-house creative personnel to stay current with active projects and future desired work. =95 Keep current samples of work readily available. =95 Develop and maintain comprehensive portfolio for all service areas including but not limited to: Television, Features, Commercials, Theatrical/Live Performance, Animation, Interactive, New Media, Walk-Around /Appearance for animatronics, soft puppetry, and digital performance. =95 Monitor web sites for JHC, competitors, and potential clients. =95 Assist in preparing actual bids and project budgets as needed. =95 Work closely with Department Head in setting and achieving realistic business goals within the framework of the current core business. =95 Increase business opportunities for all three shops (Creature Shop, New York Workshop, and Digital Puppetry Studio) by pursuing creative endeavors that welcome new challenges and use of cutting edge technologies, which maximizes our creative talent preceding our reputation. =95 Attend industry related events that allow networki ng and sales opportunities. =95 Travel as necessary. =95 Manage company sales budget. =95 Keep accurate records and files. Job Requirements Qualified candidates must be positive, energetic, enthusiastic, and possess excellent communication skills. Knowledge of industry players and current industry projects through ongoing research and networking is essential. This individual will work closely with creative personnel in developing realistic offers and will be responsible for expanding business opportunities. Evening and weekend hours plus travel may be necessary. Bachelor degree and/or substantial industry experience is required (related field preferred). The position is full-time salaried with a comprehensive benefit package and is based in the Hollywood office. A charming candidate with a fun-filled sense of humor should submit his/her resume with cover letter via email. No phone calls please. Please contact The Jim Henson Company: via email or mailing address _______________________________________________ List address: puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org Admin interface: http://lists.puptcrit.org/mailman/listinfo/puptcrit Archives: http://www.driftline.org _______________________________________________ List address: puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org Admin interface: http://lists.puptcrit.org/mailman/listinfo/puptcrit Archives: http://www.driftline.org
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