Tether is a multidiscipline creative design and advertising agency that works to craft love affairs between brands and individuals. We start at the genuine heart of the brand, creating compelling narratives that reach consumers at every relevant touchpoint with an approach that elevates story over style. Because love between a person and a brand doesn’t just happen. It has to be nurtured. From the inside out. Through stories that make us feel. Tether’s Seattle Studio is seeking a Freelance Designer for a 3+ month contract with the possibility of transitioning from temp to full time hire. This is onsite in Seattle, 40 hours/week. You will get the opportunity to work on a variety of projects including logo and brand design, packaging, promotions, and advertising. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide ideas, concepts and designs that effectively respond to the briefed objectives Continually stretch your creative comfort zone to produce more innovative work while initiating creative dialogues and offering constructive feedback within your team Working both strategically and conceptually, develop creative solutions that consistently deliver on business needs, partnering closely with copywriters and other creative disciplines to produce award-winning work Work and help maintain successful relationships with clients and team members in all disciplines (writing, strategy, advertising, interactive/digital, industrial design, production and account management), across all projects, regardless of level of involvement Display professional written and verbal communication skills, emphasizing clarity, concision and timeliness of replies, ensuring successful interactions both internally and with clients Take the initiative to improve creative output while working with the team to stay on target strategically, conceptually and delivering to the creative brief With the project leads, review creative concepts against design strategy at appropriate stages, ensuring work is review- and presentation-ready, taking the initiative to articulate rationale, providing solutions and integrating feedback Adhere to established schedules and budgets, alerting the creative lead when potential issues arise Consistently proof your work for quality and accuracy while helping others do the same QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in design or equivalent work experience 2-4+ years of experience working in professional design environment as a designer Able to solve creative challenges in innovative ways, independently and as an actively contributing team member, while identifying resources needed to help self and others Able to play a supporting role in the strategic, conceptual and design development of multiple large-scale projects, prioritizing work based on scope and deadlines Able to make well prepared, articulate internal presentations with a focus on business and design objectives while also addressing any internal questions that arise Able to consistently meet deadlines and maintain a positive attitude under pressure, setting an example for and helping other members of the design team do the same Able to successfully select and supervise photographers and illustrators as projects require

Tether is a multidiscipline creative design and advertising agency that works to craft love affairs between brands and individuals. We start at the genuine heart of the brand, creating compelling narratives that reach consumers at every relevant touchpoint with an approach that elevates story over style. Because love between a person and a brand doesn’t just happen. It has to be nurtured. From the inside out. Through stories that make us feel. Tether’s Seattle Studio is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to support the Accounting team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a small dynamic team that has exposure to a wide range of duties, such as: AP, AR, expense reports, payroll, travel and calendaring. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Accurately manage and execute all A/P + A/R tasks including: Generate client invoices based on Account Management input Ensure clients pay Tether timely Post vendor bills to the Accounting system after obtaining proper approvals Post credit card charge Ensure vendor bills are paid timely Accurately post transactions in the correct amounts and in the proper accounting period, while adhering to the “matching principle” such that revenue and corresponding expenses are recognized together in the same period Provide AP and AR reports for upper management’s review Ensure any errors that occur are prevented moving forward and learnings are attained and communicated in a timely matter to the appropriate people Maintain the utmost confidentiality at all times in regard to all business and employee information including financial information, such as revenue, net income, salaries, hourly rates for contractors, employee and CCO (Chief Creative Officer) matters, etc Ensure all files and backup documentation are organized and labeled correctly Support various tasks related to budgeting and forecasting reports as needed Back-up the Accounting Manager on payroll processing with efficiency and accuracy Work closely with the Controller and Accounting Manager. Interact, collaborate and build relationship across the broader studio Support CCO on various tasks, including calendar management, travel coordination and other projects as needed QUALIFICATIONS 1-3 years Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable or Bookkeeping experience Experience with Accounting software (Workamajig preferred), Excel and Word Professional knowledge of general accounting principles in AP, AR and Payroll Experience with booking travel and calendar management preferred

Job Description:   The Bookkeeper/Office Manager position manages the financial transactions of the company on a daily, weekly and annual basis. This includes recording financial transactions, managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, reconciling bank statements and completion of annual tax forms. The Bookkeeper/Office Admin will also be responsible for office administrative duties.  Financial Duties:  Learn and become proficient in Workamajig software  Review the set up of Workamajig accounting information to ensure proper set up  Assist with data entry to get Workamajig software up-to-date with financial information  Follow company bookkeeping policies and procedures and help identify more efficient procedures where needed  Maintain the company’s chart of accounts  Record day-to-day transactions including:- Generate client invoices- Enter vendor bills- Receive payments & deposits- Generate bill payments/checks- Create purchase orders  Prepare weekly reports including:- Weekly invoice reports by AE- Investigate all problem vendor inquiries- Balance sheet, income statement  Monthly duties including:- Reconciliation of all credit cards & accounts- Consolidates billing information when a job is closed- Issues retainers & media end-of-month invoices to clients- Issue statements/aging reports to all customers with balances & follow up on all collections  Perform job costs as required  Managing A/P and A/R to ensure strong relationships with vendors/suppliers and timely payments from customers  Run payroll two times a month and pay monthly sales tax and payroll tax as well as the required quarterly/annual reporting  Management of monthly budget and report monthly reconciliation to dept. managers  Administer all benefit & insurance related areas including company-funded benefit programs i.e., vacations, insurance and Simple IRA plan  Track vacation & sick time Reporting Duties:  Prepare weekly reports as required by managers  Prepare Monthly Report Card Analysis Report  Provide financial summary reports to the president on a monthly basis, including:- Profit & Loss statement for the month and year-to-date- Profit & Loss statement versus previous year- Budget vs. Actual- Statement of cash flow for the month and for year to date  Provide additional financial reports as needed by the business  Prepare spreadsheets for cost analysis as needed by managers Office Admin Duties:  Order office supplies and track inventory and monthly supply budget  Oversee company calendar of events and meetings  Coordinate office cleaning, regular maintenance of HVAC and all equipment  Answer main phone line and direct calls as appropriate  Other admin duties as needed