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WEB  In such a technology-driven area, most requirements in digital job advertisements revolve around technical knowledge and experience. So what's the most important skill you need to have to succeed in the digital arena? Read on.......... Read on

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INDUSTRY TALK  Mass customisation: providing tailored solutions for customers on a mass scale. It sounds like a contradiction in terms, but the idea of combining the low unit costs of mass production processes with the flexibility of individual customisation has been incredibly successful, particularly in manufacturing. Read on

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TECHNOLOGY  Despite the fact that my last article showed how easy it is to get it wrong when producing online recruitment videos, I really believe that video is a great tool for companies seeking new employees. For one thing, you need to go where your audience is, and people are watching more and more video online. Nielsen reports that 4.2 million Australians stream video and despite stereotypes that only the young and the unemployed watch online video, recent Australian research shows that 41% of YouTube users are at least 40 years old, 57% are working, and 62% visit the site at least once a week. More than 50% are watching either ads or user-generated content, which includes corporate videos. Read on

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WEB  What do you do to show potential hires why its great to work at your company? Have you thought about creating a video and posting it on your site and on YouTube? If so, lets hope you havent followed the example of the following companies. Heres a look at some of the worst recruiting videos ever produced. Read on

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PEOPLE  Fifth in an occasional series looking at emerging digital employment opportunities Having someone do the heavy lifting for you online, reviewing the buzz about you, responding to negative comments and creating and posting positive content certainly has its appeal. Read on

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s2m Digital s2m Digital
Jan 2006 - present
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David Jackson

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  • David is CEO, Principal Talent Broker specialising in the New Media division for s2m. Prior to forming s2m with partner Samantha Watts, David was Managing Director of Global Job Network Pty Limited, a boutique Executive Search firm. Subsequent to this, David was a founding member of Parker Bridge Australia Recruitment.

    David holds a Bachelor of Business Degree from University of Newcastle and has over 20 years general management experience in executive search, talent management, sales and revenue generation.

    A true business visionary, David is renowned for his energy, passion and drive. His reputation has been built on his ability to think outside the square. His client credentials hold testimony to his dedication to consistently over deliver and identify the very best business talent to fit clients' briefs across multiple industry segments. David leaves no stone unturned in his pursuit to match client briefs with the very best talent on offer.

    Career Achievements:
    As a founding member of Parker Bridge Australias start up, David was largely responsible for building the different divisions, across temporary and permanent accounting, banking and finance and the IT&T/E-Commerce division. Through his efforts Parker Bridge developed into a prominent Sydney recruitment firm.

    David was also instrumental in promoting and developing preferred supplier relationships with a number of key clients. These clients included Telstra, Hutchison Telecommunications, Spike Networks, Zivo, Westfield, Solution 6, APN Digital, Com Tech, Bluestar, Byvan, Travelex, Thorn Australia, Macquarie Bank, LAN Systems, Aspect Communications, University Co-op Bookshop and Australian Water Technologies.

    Current Direction:
    At s2m, a team of experienced talent brokers supports David. "Our approach is results focused and creative. We manage our talent pool effectively well and take them to the market. We aim to provide enhanced returns to the bottom line of our clients business through the appointment of the very best talent. Generating referrals, coaching talent, closing assignments, and ensuring the talent over delivers in the role is what drives us each and everyday. It is what we are passionate about." (David Jackson)

    S2M Digital, ranks 34th on the BRW Fast Starters 2009

    Specialist recruitment agency, s2m Digital has not only ridden the wave of the GFC (Global Financial Crisis) but has scored a ranking of 34th on this years BRW Fast Starters and continues to grow and hire new staff as their clients request more of their service s every day.
    We pride ourselves on the strength and depth of the relationships we ve developed with our clients and candidates says David Jackson, Managing Director.
    This is evident from the portfolio of clients the agency has. Having opened its doors just 4 years ago, s2m has clients such as News Digital Media, Fairfax Digital, ACP Publishing, Yahoo!7, SBS along with a high-level strategic relationship with a major telecommunications operator and is currently on the speed-dial of all the major global advertising agencies.
    We operate on an inch-wide, mile deep principle. We do not aspire to be involved in every industry or to grab all the jobs we re offered to fill. However, in the space that we operate in, we make sure that we excel in our field, know what s going on in our market and be open and transparent with our dealings , Jackson says.

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