Project Management Projects

Unethical or Fraudulent Behavior

Choose the company name Tesla Amazon Netflix Starbucks JetBlue Walt Disney Proctor & Gamble In your initial post, introduce yourself and address the following: Select the company you'd like to focus on for your project. Summarize an article about unethical and/or fraudulent activity on your selected company. Include the following details in your response: Include the citation. If you can't find unethical or fraudulent activity, review the legal proceedings section of the company's 10-K and summarize one of the lawsuits described there. Explain how the unethical and/or fraudulent activity or lawsuit was resolved and whether it could have been prevented. Part 2 In your responses to two peers, be sure to address the following: If your peer posted an article on unethical and/or fraudulent activity, explain how the accounting department could have prevented the unethical and/or fraudulent activity that happened in the article your peer shared. If your peer posted a lawsuit, explain the potential impact of the lawsuit on its customers and organization as a whole. First respond. Hi everyone, my name is Gagandeep Singh, and I am an accounting student. For this course project, I chose to focus on Amazon because it is a very large company that has faced ethical and legal issues in its business operations. The article I reviewed talks about how Amazon admitted there was a risk of fraud on its platform from counterfeit products being sold by sellers. These fake and counterfeit goods broke the trust of customers, brand owners, and Amazon shareholders since it ruins the trust of the company supplying these items and the shareholders who invest into this company. The article explains that Amazon did not do enough to stop these counterfeit products, which caused concerns about ethics and consumer protection (Brachmann, 2019). Amazon increased efforts to remove counterfeit sellers and fake products from its platform by investing more money into fraud detection systems and brand protection programs. The issue could have been prevented earlier if Amazon had stronger controls and processes of verification in place before allowing sellers to list products. The way to make sure this doesn't happen in the future is to have better monitoring and stricter seller approval processes. Reference Brachmann, S. (2019). Amazon admits to fraud risk: Counterfeiting woes affect shareholders, brand owners and consumers. Inventors’ Digest. Second respond My name is Matt, and I am a junior at Southern New Hampshire University. I am 21 years old and currently pursuing a degree in business-related studies with an interest in accounting and financial analysis. I am looking forward to developing a deeper understanding of earnings quality and ethical financial reporting throughout this course. For my ACC 345 project, I have selected Tesla, Inc. as the company I will be focusing on. Tesla has experienced rapid growth and strong market performance in recent years, but it has also been involved in several ethical and legal controversies that raise questions about earnings quality and corporate governance. A recent article published by Reuters discusses allegations related to Tesla’s marketing and disclosures surrounding its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) technologies. According to the article, U.S. regulators, including the Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission, have investigated whether Tesla made misleading statements to consumers and investors by overstating the capabilities of its driver-assistance systems. These claims raised ethical concerns because exaggerated or misleading disclosures could influence investor decisions and artificially support stock prices, thereby impacting earnings quality (Shepardson, 2023). The issue has not yet been fully resolved, as investigations were ongoing at the time of publication. However, Tesla has updated some of its disclosures and marketing language to clarify that its vehicles do not offer fully autonomous driving. This situation may have been prevented through stronger internal controls, more conservative public disclosures, and clearer communication with regulators and consumers. Transparent reporting and ethical marketing practices are essential to maintaining investor trust and ensuring that reported earnings reflect the company’s true financial performance. Reference Shepardson, D. (2023). U.S. probes Tesla over claims about self-driving cars. Reuters.

Data Annual Form 10-k

Overview Accountants must be familiar with the amount of data required in the Annual Form 10-K filing and the Annual Proxy filing for publicly traded companies because they will use the data from these filings to research a company’s competitors. Accountants can even use the data from these filings in their personal life to research investment opportunities. Scenario In this milestone, you will prepare a valuation for a 1% minority shareholder on the assumption that your company is a “going concern” company, meaning that the company will be able to pay its financial obligations as needed for the foreseeable future. Directions In this milestone, you will provide a brief history and overview of the company you selected. Use your company’s most recent Form 10-K filing and SEC Annual Proxy filing from The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) website to gather the information described in the rubric criteria. You will also provide a brief summary of your findings for your valuation team members and include a visualization in the summary. Note: Refer to this module’s Discussion for the list of companies to choose from. Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria: Links Provide the most recent SEC Form 10-K filing link for the company. Provide the most recent SEC Proxy filing link for the company. History and Overview Provide a brief company history overview based on external research of the company. Consider the following questions to guide your response: How long has the company been in business? Who was the original founder of the company? What significant changes to company leadership have occurred? How has the company changed since its beginning? Consider expansion of locations or products/services, etc. Identify all of the company’s major locations for their facilities and/or other properties. Identify all of the customers recognized by the company. List all of the names of the executive management team of the company. Identify all of the competition recognized by the company. Identify all of the major shareholders of the company. Describe business risks recognized by the company. Explain how the company is committed to environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts and sustainability. Describe the company’s leadership in energy and environmental design (LEED) status. Consider the following questions to guide your response: Is the company currently LEED certified? If the company is not currently LEED certificated, is it working toward becoming LEED certified? Summary Summarize your findings for the valuation team. Include the following details in your response: Explain what you learned as you researched the company. Identify the key points the valuation team needs to be aware of. Create at least one effective visualization that supports key points. Include the following detail in your response: Provide appropriate labels for the visualization(s). If you need writing support, access the Academic Support module of your course. What to Submit Submit the Business Valuation Template with the Milestone One: Introduction section completed. The Introduction section should be an additional 4- to 6-page Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins in addition to the current page count. Sources should be cited according to APA style. Note: You will be using this same file throughout all the milestones and your project. Supporting Materials The following resources support your work on this assignment: Website: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission This website allows users to search for a publicly traded company and find their published financial statements. Use this website to find your company’s 10-K filing.

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Instagram Content Creator (AI-friendly)

We’re looking for a creative and fast Instagram content creator for 3 brands: Givrr.app (newly launching) GoAmico Circle of Nine (web development / digital studio) You’ll create high-quality Instagram content: static posts and short videos/reels. We’re open to AI-generated visuals (Midjourney/DALL·E/Canva/CapCut/etc.) as long as the results look premium and consistent. What we need (Phase 1 — immediate start) 10–15 Instagram images (posts, carousels, story formats if needed) 5 short videos (Reels style, 6–15 seconds each) Style / Quality Clean, modern, premium look Consistent branding across each project Strong hooks and scroll-stopping visuals Text overlays if needed (minimal, tasteful) Deliverables Ready-to-post formats (1080x1350 + 1080x1920 as needed) Videos optimized for Reels (1080x1920) Editable source files where possible (Canva / PSD / project files) Please include in your proposal Your portfolio (IG, Behance, Drive link, etc.) Tools you’ll use (Canva/CapCut/Adobe + any AI tools) How fast you can deliver the first 3 images + 1 video Your price for this starter pack (10–15 images + 5 videos) Bonus (nice to have) Copywriting for captions + hashtag sets Basic brand guideline creation (fonts/colors/templates) We want to start immediately and continue long-term if the first batch is strong. Skills required Instagram Content • Graphic Design • Short Video Editing • Reels • Canva • AI Design (optional) • Branding

Need a sales pro experienced in selling systems to hospitality

Food-ordering.com provides a flexible, scalable ordering system for hospitality businesses and the hospitality arm of organisations. This includes restaurants and takeaways, as well as hotels, theatres, stadiums, exhibitions, events, food trucks, company food halls, and multi-site venues. The system is designed to operate across diverse environments — from permanent hospitality venues to temporary events — without dependency on specific hardware, languages, or marketplaces. I am seeking sales professionals to introduce suitable clients to the system or incorporate it within their own service offering. This opportunity is best suited to partners with an existing network or a clear, realistic plan to reach decision-makers within relevant organisations. WHY PARTNERS WORK WITH THIS SYSTEM Strong and ongoing demand across hospitality, events, and venue-based operations. A clear, tangible value proposition that is easy to explain to clients. Short sales cycles with operational decision-makers. Suitable for both one-off introductions and long-term client relationships. SYSTEM OVERVIEW Supports multiple deployment models and operating environments. Branded online ordering for web and mobile. On-site self-service ordering via kiosks. Multi-language support - Works in any country Suitable for single-site and multi-location operations. Hardware-agnostic deployment. Configurable for permanent venues and temporary or event-based use. Designed to support direct ordering and operational efficiency. The system is designed to operate across diverse environments — from permanent hospitality venues to temporary events — without dependency on specific hardware, languages, or third-party marketplaces. All onboarding, configuration, hosting, and ongoing system support are handled by us. COMMERCIAL STRUCTURE Partner remuneration can be structured in several ways, depending on preference, involvement, and scale. Percentage-based ongoing revenue share per active client (30%). Fixed fee per successful signup (£800). Monthly retainer-style arrangements. White-label or mark-up models. Combination structures for higher-volume partners. Terms are agreed on a partner-by-partner basis. SALES INVOLVEMENT & DELIVERY Partners may choose to make introductions only, co-handle discussions, or manage the commercial relationship directly. The preferred approach is agreed in advance. No technical delivery, onboarding, or ongoing system support is required from partners. IDEAL PARTNER PROFILE Sales professionals and commercial advisors. Consultants and agencies serving hospitality, events, or venue-based clients. Graphic designers producing menus, signage, or printed materials for hospitality. Web designers, developers, and mobile app developers. Accountants, business advisors, and technology providers. Individuals or organisations with direct access to relevant decision-makers. SCOPE & EXPECTATIONS Global deployment. The system can be used in any country. Professional communication and reliable engagement. Clear positioning and realistic expectations. This is an ongoing commercial relationship, not a one-off referral arrangement. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS Please include your background and relevant experience. How you would introduce or position the system. The types of clients or venues you currently work with. Your location. NEXT STEPS Suitable partners are welcome to request a short introductory call to discuss the system, commercial structures, and overall fit in more detail. LONG-TERM PARTNERSHIP This is a long-term commercial partnership opportunity designed to generate recurring value for both parties through sustained client introductions and system adoption.

Conversion Rate Optimisation Specialist

Senior CRO / A/B Testing Consultant – Ad-Hoc Strategic & Hands-On We are a UK-based business running high-volume, high-intent lead generation campaigns in the legal / financial services space. We are looking for an experienced CRO / A/B testing consultant to work with us on an ongoing, ad-hoc basis to properly design, run, and analyse meaningful A/B tests. This role is hands-on and strategic. We already have in-house designers and copywriters — your role is to decide what to test, how to test it, and how to interpret results. What We Need Support With: - Monthly CRO / A/B testing strategy sessions - Identifying high-impact tests based on data, not opinions - Designing and administering A/B tests end-to-end - Advising on test prioritisation and sequencing Ensuring tests are: - Statistically valid - Properly isolated - Commercially meaningful - Analysing results and providing clear next actions Tools & Platforms: Experience with Crazy Egg, VWO, Optimizely, Google Optimize (or equivalents) preferred Happy to use or recommend the tool you believe is best Comfortable working alongside internal teams What This Role Is Not: - Not UI design or copywriting - Not “button colour” testing for the sake of it - Not heatmaps without hypotheses - Not vanity CRO reports Required Experience: - Proven experience running A/B tests on high-volume lead gen sites Strong understanding of: - Statistical significance - Sample size requirements - Test duration vs traffic volume - Experience working with PPC-driven traffic - Able to link CRO outcomes to conversion rate, CPA, and volume - Comfortable challenging internal assumptions where needed Experience in legal / financial / regulated sectors is highly desirable. Engagement Details: - Ad-hoc consultancy - Monthly strategy calls - Project-based A/B test execution Hourly rate (please state) NDA required for shortlisted candidates Long-term relationship possible APPLICATION QUESTIONS (MANDATORY) To be considered, you must answer all questions below. Generic or copy-paste proposals will be ignored. 1. How do you decide what is worth A/B testing on a high-volume lead generation page? 2. Please describe one real A/B test you’ve run that had a meaningful commercial impact. What was the hypothesis, what changed, and what was the outcome? 3. What are the most common mistakes you see businesses make with A/B testing? 4. How do you determine sample size and test duration before calling a result? Important We are looking for someone who: Thinks in hypotheses and evidence Understands PPC-driven user intent Is comfortable saying “this is not worth testing” Focuses on commercial impact, not just conversion rate uplift If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.

Video Editor - High Energy VSL - Talking Head - Hormozi Style

Project Overview I'm looking for a skilled video editor to transform my 15-minute video sales letter into a high-converting, visually dynamic piece that matches the fast-paced, attention-grabbing style of creators like Alex Hormozi and Ahmad Guzman. This is a talking-head VSL packed with information, steps, and explanations. It needs to be edited in a way that keeps viewers engaged from start to finish. What You'll Be Working With Raw footage of me presenting to camera (approximately 15 minutes) Teal background that needs to be removed/replaced (green screen style keying required) Audio that needs cleanup and enhancement Lighting that may need color correction Deliverables Video Editing: Dynamic jump cuts and pacing throughout Kinetic text/typography that reinforces key points Pop-up graphics, callouts, and annotations Smooth transitions and zoom effects (punch-ins, push-ins) Motion graphics and simple animations to illustrate concepts Relevant B-roll integration (you may need to source stock footage) Lower thirds and visual hierarchy for steps/lists Engaging intro and outro Technical Fixes: Background removal/replacement (professional composite) Audio cleanup, noise reduction, and leveling Color correction and lighting enhancement Professional color grade Final Delivery: 1080p or 4K export (we'll discuss) Optimized for online platforms Ideal Candidate Strong portfolio showing high-energy, Hormozi-style editing Experience with VSLs, YouTube content, or direct response video Proficient in After Effects, Premiere Pro, or DaVinci Resolve Understanding of pacing for viewer retention Ability to source and integrate appropriate B-roll Responsive communication and ability to take feedback How to Apply (Required) I've attached a 1-minute sample clip from the actual project. To be considered, please: Download the clip and edit a 10-second preview showcasing your style Include the edited preview with your application Share 2-3 additional portfolio samples (Hormozi/Guzman style preferred) Provide your turnaround time and rate for the full 15-minute project Applications without an edited sample will not be reviewed. Looking forward to finding someone who can make this VSL look incredible and convert like crazy. Link to Sample video: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/120S9BNR-BEnSzCZCvYS8b5yh6PzTgcRi?usp=sharing

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Graphic Charter

Brand Guidelines Development Brief The Landlord About The Landlord The Landlord is a high-end hospitality brand rooted in a refined lifestyle and a strong attention to detail. The brand operates at the intersection of hospitality, service excellence, and contemporary living. We are now entering a new phase of expansion through a franchise model, which makes visual consistency and brand clarity critical across all markets. Each franchise operates locally while carrying the same brand promise. To support this growth, we are looking to develop a complete, structured, and replicable brand guideline that can be deployed consistently across all physical and digital touchpoints. Objective of the assignment The objective is to create a comprehensive and operational brand guideline that will serve as a reference document for all current and future franchisees. This guideline must allow each The Landlord entity to express the brand with coherence, elegance, and precision, while preserving the emotional and aesthetic codes that define our brand DNA. The guideline should be practical, clear, and easy to use, enabling independent teams to apply it correctly without external supervision. Scope of work The selected agency will be responsible for designing and delivering a complete brand guideline, covering the following areas: Visual identity system Define clear rules for logo usage and placement across all supports, including: Brand extensions (TLL Franchises, TLL Manager, TLL Loyalty Program, TLL Platinum) Bedding and linen (pillowcases, sheets, duvets) Bath towels and spa linen Staff uniforms (shirts, aprons, jackets) Stationery (business cards, menus, envelopes, letterheads) Signage (storefronts, plaques, pictograms, vehicle branding) Packaging (bags, labels, boxes) Color palette Definition of primary and secondary colors Authorized shades and variations Color references (Pantone, CMYK, RGB) Recommended color combinations and contrasts Typography Primary and secondary typefaces Typographic hierarchy (titles, subtitles, body text, captions) Practical usage examples across print and digital formats Iconography and illustrations Definition of a consistent illustration style (minimal, linear, pictogram-based) Creation of an icon system covering hospitality services (reception, breakfast, spa, amenities, services) Guidelines for image and illustration treatment (line weight, spacing, visual tone) Photography direction Artistic direction (lighting, mood, subjects, composition) Storytelling approach aligned with a luxury hospitality universe Visual moodboard Image treatment recommendations (retouching, filters, grain, saturation) Examples of visuals adapted for social media, website, and printed materials Tone of voice and brand language Definition of the brand tone (warm, refined, intimate, elegant) Key vocabulary and preferred lexical fields Do’s and don’ts for brand expression Message examples for social media, email signatures, and printed materials Digital applications Design templates for: Instagram feed and stories Facebook publications LinkedIn posts and banners Layout grids and composition rules Logo, typography, and color integration guidelines Examples of carousels, stories, and short-form videos Printed materials and physical applications Complete stationery system (business cards, menus, envelopes, notebooks, labels) Uniform design guidelines and logo placement Linen and bedding specifications (materials, embroidery, positioning) Branded objects and promotional items Deliverables A complete brand guideline document (digital format) Fully structured, clear, and ready for franchise deployment Visual examples and practical use cases for each section Expected timeline and proposal We kindly ask interested agencies to provide: A detailed proposal outlining their methodology and approach A production timeline with milestones A cost estimate for the full scope of work Relevant references, ideally within hospitality, luxury, or franchise networks

Structural Engineer to review as-built dormer roof + foundations

I need a UK-based structural engineer confirm the structural design for my house project and produce a Building Control–ready pack. Part of the loft conversion (including a pitched dormer) has already been built and Building Control have said there are things missing from the previous engineer’s calculations because they do not show how the dormer integrates into the roof or how the ridge is supported. I now need an engineer to review the as-built structure (photos available) and issue revised calculations and drawings that building control can approve. I need someone who is able to put together the information required by building control. I attach the previous document but this is the reply I got from building control: I also need some calculations to confirm that the 2 story (1.5 story really...) extension built from 200mm structural insulated panels (SIPs) are suitable at 1m depth in clay soil. Good morning and thank you for sending through the structural calculations. Having had a quick look through that information, it appears there maybe some information missing in that document, as there is no reference to the pitched loft dormer section of the roof to the loft conversion and how that integrates with the main roof? We would normally expect the engineer to produce a drawing that shows all the roof timbers and structural supporting beams for a loft conversion. At present the only drawing section in the calculations document appears to show only the main roof section, with no reference to the additional load that will come from the pitched timber dormer section, that will need to connect into the main roof/ridge timber. The dormer side wall/timbers also need to be supported and generally those would need to be either double or triple timbers each side to support those side cheek walls. We would also query/question the fact that only a single ridge board is shown to the main roof. Generally, where a dormer roof is formed as part of a loft conversion, we would normally expect to see either a flitch beam or even a steel ridge beam used at that location where there may be additional loading paced on the ridge . This is something we feel the engineer would need to consider and provide calculations & additional drawing details for please as part of their design at this stage. If there are any other beams required as part of the extension works, then those should also be included within the structural calculations please. Please discuss this further with your engineer and re-submit any additional information when completed for the loft conversion.

Outbound Sales Development Representative (B2B) Part-Time Remote

Industry: Industrial & Consumer Gases (Helium & CO₂) Products: Disposable helium cylinders for balloon inflation + CO₂ cylinders for soda systems Markets: UK, Germany, France, Spain, USA Deal Size: €2,000 – €20,000 per order Schedule: 3 days per week (part-time, long-term) ⸻ About the Role We are looking for an experienced Outbound Sales Development Representative (SDR) to support our Sales Director and sales team by identifying, contacting, and qualifying new B2B prospects. This is a high-quality, relationship-focused outbound role, not high-volume spam. You will use LinkedIn Sales Navigator and selective follow-ups via WhatsApp and telephone to initiate conversations and pass qualified, interested leads to our English-speaking sales team (Jade & Ali). ⸻ Your Responsibilities Prospecting & Targeting • Build targeted prospect lists using LinkedIn Sales Navigator • Identify decision-makers in relevant B2B segments (events, retail, wholesale, hospitality, distributors, etc.) • Focus on quality and relevance over volume Outbound Outreach • Send personalised LinkedIn connection requests and first messages • Conduct structured follow-ups (LinkedIn → WhatsApp → phone where appropriate) • Communicate professionally and in line with brand guidelines Lead Qualification & Handover • Engage prospects and identify genuine interest • Capture context, needs, and next steps • Pass warm conversations to the Sales Director / Sales Team in English • Maintain clear tracking of outreach and responses ⸻ Ideal Candidate Profile Required • Proven experience as a B2B SDR / Lead Generation Specialist • Hands-on experience with LinkedIn Sales Navigator • Excellent written English • Comfortable with cold outreach (LinkedIn, WhatsApp, calls) • Organised, process-driven, and reliable • Understands professional outreach vs spam Nice to Have • Ability to message in German, French, or Spanish • Experience in industrial, consumer goods, gas, or technical products • Familiarity with multi-channel outbound strategies ⸻ What This Role Is NOT • Not social media management • Not mass automation or scraping • Not high-volume copy-paste outreach • Not closing sales (handover to Sales Team) ⸻ Tools Provided • LinkedIn Sales Navigator • Approved messaging templates & outreach framework • Shared CRM / tracking sheet • WhatsApp Business (web access) ⸻ KPIs (Weekly – 3 Days) • Quality connections sent & accepted • Meaningful replies • Qualified conversations handed to Sales Team ⸻ Compensation • Hourly or fixed monthly retainer (based on experience) • Long-term opportunity for the right person • Performance-based increases possible ⸻ How to Apply Please include: 1. Brief summary of relevant SDR / lead generation experience 2. Confirmation of Sales Navigator experience 3. Languages you can outreach in 4. One short example of a LinkedIn opening message you would use

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Design Support for Logo Creation + Shopify Elements

We’re looking for a talented designer to craft a fresh, modern visual identity for DataVinci, our new e-commerce app on Shopify. What is DataVinci? DataVinci is the natural extension of listening247’s historical work in market research that focuses on automating ad creation with AI through real time, data driven insights. ● Video Explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjRrBxoHi_E ● Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noAc-Pq57QI ● Web Version of App: https://datavinci.listening247.com/ Our Style Vision The branding needs to feel dynamic, intelligent and forward-thinking from the first glance. ● Clean, contemporary, modern lines ● No retro or overly decorative elements ● Strong digital first aesthetic Colours similar to listening247 (see website - https://www.listening247.com/) as this should feel like a natural evolution of the listening247 brand while standing strong as its own product identity. Our current listening247 brand guide as reference: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17E0EPvKxmApi2XM2X1f5e_in93k8fnmC/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116435020144537343707&rtpof=true&sd=true Design Asks: 1. A Logo for DataVinci a. A distinctive symbol/icon that can stand on its own (primarily for the app favicon/icon usage) b. Must reproduce cleanly at small sizes c. Accompanied by a wordmark and a short tagline i. DataVinci by listening247 - Ad Automation & Insights d. Variations required: i. Icon + words ii. Words only iii. Icon only (for app usage) 2. Product Imagery for Shopify App Landing Page a. 10 Images of our application in action that ties into the color/feeling of the logo that get people excited to download our App. b. These images should show our value propositions and images of that app that tie to them: c. Current Shopify App Designs to Guide Imagery from UI/UX team: https://www.figma.com/design/HYpgeXOru2oKDM8Cq95Bvz/Project-DataVinci?node-id=0-1&p=f d. Example Store: Look at the right hand side after the video: https://apps.shopify.com/creative-ads-ai?search_id=b1c69d77-c967-471d-ad37-e19c409f1c92&surface_detail=ad+creation&surface_inter_position=1&surface_intra_position=15&surface_type=search 3. Simple Design for Shopify App Landing Page a. URL will be listening247.com/DataVinci b. This should feel cohesive to the rest of the site but needs to be simplified messaging/Design with SEO in mind. c. We currently use Webflow.io to build our website. Our team will implement the design. d. Items needed on the site: i. App Name, Logo, Description, Value Props ii. How it works video iii. Sign up for Beta section where we take their emails and can send access iv. Potentially another section but it should be a simple page driving people to Shopify to download the app v. What else have you seen? e. This design will also most likely be used on our current web app landing page as well - Web Version of App: https://datavinci.listening247.com/ Deliverables Once the concepts are approved, we will need the following for all designs: 1. Vector files (AI + SVG) 2. PNGs for light and dark backgrounds 3. Colour codes (HEX/RGB) 4. Font names and any licensing notes Timing We are looking to go live with a beta of the app by the end of February requiring us to have the elements in place before them. Here is our ideal timing but open to discussion: ● First Round Designs due February 4th ● Comments to First Round due back to designer by Feb 6th ● 2nd Round Designs by Feb 11th ● Final Comments to 2nd Round due Feb 13th ● Final Design due Feb 18th Please send us your offer!

Short‑Form Video Editor for UGC‑Style Service Ads

Create 30–60s vertical testimonial‑style videos for local trade businesses (starting with roofers). Overview: I’m testing a new service for local SMEs in the trades: turning 4–5‑star customer reviews into short, cinematic videos for websites and social media. I need a low‑cost video editor to turn my detailed prompts and reference files into visually strong, UGC‑style vertical videos. What you will create: 45–60s vertical 9:16 videos (TikTok/Reels/Shorts). Based on time‑coded prompts I provide (e.g. 00:00–00:05 before shot, 00:05–00:20 arrival, 00:20–00:40 transformation, 00:40–00:60 CTA). “Show, don’t tell” service fulfilment: before/after, close‑ups of tools, hands, materials, process shots, movement. On‑screen text overlays for key ideas and CTA (e.g. “TURNED UP & COMPLETED”, “5 STARS”, “REPLY ‘ROOF’ FOR FREE QUOTE”). Simple sound design: background music and adding supplied or AI voiceover. What I will provide: A written prompt for each video, including structure, scenes, transitions and CTA. The review text (voiceover + optional on‑screen text). The business website for logo/brand reference. A Trade_Video_Reference_Library sample video file (style and pacing). A Video Production Quality Control Checklist (clear pass/fail criteria). Knowledge‑base/reference files where needed. Your responsibilities: Use stock, AI clips or supplied visuals to match each prompt as closely as possible. Follow the QC checklist, including clear before/after contrast and strong visual storytelling. Add basic motion graphics when requested (e.g. stars, impact dust, CTA frame). Deliver MP4 optimised for Reels/TikTok/Shorts, plus project files if possible. Style & quality: UGC‑style authenticity: slightly imperfect, gritty, real‑world feel suited to tradespeople. Still needs to look intentional and clear: clean framing, readable text, logical flow. Strong emphasis on: Before/after transformation. Hands, tools, textures, surfaces. Movement, time‑lapse, transitions. A strong final CTA frame. Initial deliverables (pilot): 3–5 finished 45–60s vertical videos as a test batch. Each one must follow its specific prompt and pass the QC checklist. If this goes well, there will be ongoing batches. Budget / pricing: Low cost is paramount – this is a concept validation phase. Please give your price per 45–60s video and your price for an initial batch of 3–5 videos. Ideal candidate: Short‑form video editor or UGC ads editor with examples of Reels/TikTok/Shorts, product/service ads, or testimonial‑style videos. Comfortable working from prompts, reference files and checklists. Fast, reliable, good communication, and able to keep costs low. Nice to have: experience with trades, home services, or performance‑focused social ads. Please include in your proposal: 3–5 examples of vertical short‑form videos you’ve edited. Tools you use (CapCut, Premiere, Final Cut, mobile, AI, etc.). Typical turnaround time per video. Your per‑video rate for ongoing batches (5–10 at a time).

The willpower issue 60-second Short

I'm launching a series of educational YouTube Shorts in the personal development space for this book https://www.pilotheadsetdrone.com/ I need a video editor who can turn my scripts into polished, scroll-stopping 60-second videos. Starting with 1 test video, then batches of 5 if we're a good fit. --- What You'll Be Doing You'll receive: - A complete script with timecodes - Brand guidelines (colours, fonts, style) - Visual assets (diagrams, graphics) - A production guide explaining key moments You'll deliver: - Finished 9:16 vertical video (1080x1920) - Ready to upload to YouTube Shorts / Instagram Reels / TikTok --- ### The Actual Work | Task | Details | |------|---------| | **Kinetic typography** | Animate text appearing on screen, timed to script (punch-ins, fades, slams) | | **Motion graphics** | Animate diagrams, numbers escalating, simple visual metaphors | | **Visual sourcing** | Find or create supporting visuals (approved visuals and brand, abstract backgrounds) | | **Pacing & timing** | Ensure text is readable (2-3 sec per block), hits land with impact | | **Audio sync** | Add trending sound OR sync to provided voiceover + ambient music | | **Brand consistency** | Follow colour palette, typography, and visual style guide | | **Export & delivery** | Correct format, highest quality, thumbnail frame if needed | --- ### What Success Looks Like A video where: - The hook stops the scroll in the first 2 seconds - Text is large, readable, well-timed - Key moments hit with impact (screen shake, dramatic pause) - Brand feels consistent and professional - Viewer watches to the end and wants to follow --- ### First Project Scope **Video 1: "The 10,000x Problem"** - 60-second faceless Short - ~20 text frames with timecodes provided - Key animation: numbers escalating (1x → 10x → 100x → 1,000x → 10,000x) - Key moment: "10,000x" reveal with impact effect - Assets provided: cascade diagram, individual number graphics, full script - Style: dark background, clean sans-serif, gold accents --- ### Ideal Freelancer - Experience with short-form vertical video (Shorts, Reels, TikTok) - Strong kinetic typography / text animation skills - Can work from scripts and brand guides - Understands pacing for social media (fast but readable) - Portfolio showing similar work ---

Freelance Sales Professional

We have an exciting part time opportunity for an experienced freelance sales professional within our B2B business development agency. The role will require flexible working, 8-10 hours per week over three days - during US business hours which will be evenings in the UK. The project will run for approximately 3 months however there is the potential for on-going work for the right candidate. We are a UK based business development agency with global clients that have US based sales and marketing teams. We support our clients marketing department, helping them to improve the quality of the leads they generate for sales. We qualify the leads they are already generating to identify real sales opportunities and we also support business development through prospecting and cold outreach. Our clients are from a number of industries so the work is varied, this keeps things interesting but requires the ability to work on multiple projects. We all work from home and can be flexible with working hours. Lots of our team work with us because a standard 9-5 job no longer fits their lifestyle they want a better work life balance. We offer a great working environment but we have high expectations, we deliver exceptional service and results to our clients and therefore need this from our team members. If you have a background in sales and are looking for something a bit different let’s have a chat. Job duties: Using VoiP software for telephone calls and creating and sending email introductions to prospects:- Secure high-quality sales opportunities on behalf of our clients; Develop and maintain relationships with client prospects; Proactively engage in improvement strategies by providing feedback on prospecting process. Report on activity Attend Teams meetings with clients as required Experience and essential skills required: Minimum 3 years in a sales role; Proficient and confident with cold calling; Demonstrated proven track record of success in B2B sales, meeting sales objectives; Impeccable written and spoken communication skills. Positive and professional telephone manner. Understanding of effective sales techniques Strong administrative skills. Proficient knowledge of CRM tools i.e. Salesforce Interested? Please get in touch, sharing your CV or a detailed LinkedIn profile. Job Type: Part-time / remote Pay: £15 per hour Expected hours: 8-10 per week Industry Advertising Services Employment Type Part-time

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Children’s Puzzle Writer – Create 50 Detective Mystery Cases

I am looking for an experienced children’s puzzle writer and/or activity book creator to develop 50 original, immersive detective mystery cases for children aged 7–9. The working tile of teh book is 'The Holiday Detective Activity Book for Kids Ages 7–9”'. This is not a story book but a kids activity book for school holidays based on solving mysteries . The aim of this book is to make children feel like they are real detectives solving mysteries, rather than simply completing standard activity book puzzles. This should NOT feel like a typical kids’ activity book filled with word searches, crosswords, or random puzzles. Core Creative Requirement: **Each case should: Make the child feel like a detective investigating a mystery Be driven by a storyline with clues Encourage logical thinking, deduction, and reasoning Feel purposeful and investigative rather than “puzzle for puzzle’s sake” **Not all cases need to use traditional puzzles. Some mysteries may be solved through: Process of elimination Careful reading of clues Logical reasoning based on evidence Comparing statements from suspects **In some cases, the child may be given: A list of suspects A set of clues or witness statements A timetable, map, or simple diagram **The child should use these to work out: Who did it What happened Where or when it happened **Scope of Work You will create 50 unique detective cases, each including: Case Title - Fun, mystery-themed, age-appropriate Short Storyline / Scenario Engaging and easy to read Positive, child-friendly tone No violence, crime, or dark themes Relatable everyday situations for children **Investigation Method Each case should clearly explain how the child investigates the mystery, which may include: Solving an integrated puzzle Eliminating suspects based on clues Matching evidence to characters Reasoning through statements or timelines ** Interactive Elements Each case must include opportunities for children to: Write notes Circle or cross out options Draw lines or arrows Complete tables, checklists, or grids **Solution & Explanation Clear and unambiguous final answer Short explanation showing how the clues lead to the solution **Puzzle & Content Guidelines Target age: 7–9 years All content must be 100% original Black-and-white interior only No colour-dependent logic Avoid overused activity book formats such as: Word searches; Simple crosswords; Random mazes; Standalone cryptograms Puzzles or investigative methods should always feel meaningful to the story. ** Themes Cases should be relatable and suitable for school holidays, such as: School and clubs Family and friends Pets and animals Sports and hobbies Travel and days out Seasonal and holiday situations **Design & Illustration Design/illustration skills are not required as a separate designer may be hired, however would be a bonus if the puzzles could also be illustrated. ** Ideal Freelancer would have: Experience writing for children (especially ages 7–9) Experience with activity books, puzzle books, or educational content Strong storytelling and logical thinking skills Clear, friendly writing style To Apply, Please Include A brief description of your relevant experience Examples of previous children’s work (if available) A short sample detective mystery idea I AM OK WITH THE USE OF AI TO HELP WITH THIS PROJECT BUT PLEASE DO NOT JUST GIVE A CHAT GPT SAMPLE ABOUT A MISSING LUNCH BOX OR MISSING LIBRARY BOOK. The mysteries while aimed at kids age 7-9 shouldn't be too simplistic. They need to use their logic skills to solve. They shouldn't be able to solve the mystery in 5 mins. This is a school holidays activity book that should keep them occupied.

Needed: Senior UX & Graphic Designer - Shopify Expert

SENIOR UX & GRAPHIC DESIGNER - LUXURY E-COMMERCE (Shopify Expert) *Note: We use AI and expect you do the same. However, we have an AI usage policy that will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.* We are seeking a senior-level UX & Graphic Designer to complete the design of a luxury high-fashion e-commerce platform built on Shopify. *Not a from-scratch build; budget reflects defined scope.* This is an early-stage, founder-led startup with a small, senior-only team. No juniors. No mid-level talent. The work here establishes the long-term foundation of the brand. Continued engagement is possible only if value is clearly demonstrated. You will collaborate directly with the Founder, alongside a Senior Developer and Marketing Executive, in a high-trust, high-accountability environment. CORE MANDATE - Design and deliver a high-fashion digital experience that reflects authority, restraint, and clarity—across UX, visual identity, and cross-channel brand expression. This is a build-with-intent environment; design decisions must withstand scrutiny over time. *This is not a speed-over-quality role. The scope is highly specific and exacting. REQUIREMENTS (Non-Negotiable) - Technical (Expert Level) - Shopify EXPERT — not “strong experience” - Deep experience with custom themes, UX constraints, and design-to-development handoff - Advanced desktop and mobile-first UX design - Production-ready outputs (Figma or equivalent) CREATIVE (Luxury Standard) - Proven experience in luxury / high-fashion digital design - Exceptional taste, typography, hierarchy, and restraint - Portfolio that reflects editorial-level execution (generic or trend-driven work will not be considered) BRANDING & STRATEGY - Strong understanding of branding systems and brand strategy - Ability to design within and extend brand guidelines intelligently - Web and social design must operate as a single, cohesive brand expression CRITICAL THINKING & OWNERSHIP - Able to think on your feet and articulate why decisions are made - Expected to challenge ideas constructively when brand integrity, UX logic, or long-term viability is at risk—or when a more elegant solution exists - Silence is not collaboration - Strong project discipline: risk-spotting, clear communication, and follow-through WORK ENVIRONMENT - Small, senior-only team - High trust, high accountability—no tolerance for the opposite - Founder-led with a clear long-term vision - Focused, energized, and intentional execution DO NOT APPLY IF: - You require step-by-step direction - You describe yourself primarily as an executor or implementer - You lack direct luxury / high-fashion experience - You cannot articulate the why behind your decisions - You are uncomfortable with high inspection standards and accountability - You are spread thin across multiple clients APPLICATION REQUIREMENT (Read Carefully) - In 150 words or fewer, identify one design decision commonly used in luxury e-commerce that you believe is overused or misapplied. - Explain why it fails and what you would consider instead. - Do not reference specific brands. No links. No visuals. *Submissions that ignore this instruction will not be reviewed.

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Shopify Expert & Brand Designer

Project Overview: We are looking to hire an expert-level Shopify professional with strong branding and design capability to uplevel, refine, and complete our Shopify store to a high-end, launch-ready standard. Our business operates in the premium fashion space for women. We are positioning ourselves as a high-quality, elegant brand, and every touchpoint must reflect this clearly. We have already purchased the Nimbus Shopify theme and have begun building the website. Your role is to use theme to enhance, elevate, and professionally finish the store, ensuring it meets a high commercial and aesthetic standard suitable for launch. There are lots of features that come with the store and we would like explore some of these with you. Alongside the website, we are also looking to develop and enhance our logo and overall branding. We already have a strong idea of the direction we want. We are looking for someone who can refine and strengthen this vision. As such, we would like this to go on simultaneously and not one step and a time due to time constraints. Scope of Work: 1. Shopify Website Enhancement (Priority – 1 or 2 Weeks Deadline) Professionally enhance the existing Shopify website built using the Nimbus theme Improve layout, spacing, typography, imagery, and overall polish Ensure a premium user experience across desktop and mobile Make the site fully launch-ready within 1 week (maximum 2 weeks) Final checks for responsiveness, consistency, and presentation Improve the overall performance to over 90 by using google insights as a benchmark We will also need your support in purchasing a few items from the shopify shop and embed them as part of the website. Mainly things related to: 1. Email and SMS marketing (Brevo PushOwl etc) 2. Multi currency (which may not be an issue) 3. Abonded checkout (design the email and flow to this too) 4. Loyalty programme (such as Smile: Loyalty Program Rewards) 5. block fraud filter (blockify) 6. SEO app intgregated 7. Google Analytics set up too 8. back in stock alert There will definately be more a few more to add and we believe you will be in a position to give us these suggestions. 2. Product Listings & SEO Optimisation (Critical) Approximately 20/25 dresses will be listed on the website for now. SEO is extremely important to us. and you will be required to fully optimise the website and all product listings for SEO This includes: Page titles and meta descriptions Product titles and descriptions structured for search Image optimisation and alt text URL structure On-page SEO best practices Improve layout, spacing, typography, imagery, and overall polish Ensure premium UX across desktop and mobile Final QA and launch readiness (Please note once the website has been designed the SEO element can be worked on a few weeks). 3. Logo Creation Create a refined, premium logo aligned with our brand direction Primary and secondary logo variations Web and print-ready files 4. Branding (One-Pager) One-page brand guideline covering: Colour palette Typography Logo usage Visual direction Logo variations for packaging, social media, and website use A clean, modern, elegant design style Brand guideline documentation 5. Packaging Design Dimensions will be provided. Required: Mailing bags – two designs 1. One everyday design 2. One gift design Two to three size variations will be needed We will also need a gift box designed too based off the design. two or three dimensions will be needed. 6. Wrapping Paper Design - Branded wrapping paper aligned with the overall identity 7. Clothing Tags -Branded garment tag design 8. Social Media Branding Instagram profile image Instagram highlight icons/buttons Social-media-ready logo variations Branding suitable for Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok Instagram profile image Instagram highlight icons/buttons Platform-ready logo assets 9. Stationery (this can be completed later and is not included in the deadline) Branded letterhead for the main company Branded invoice template for the main company Email signature Email footer and header designed Business card Branded order/return slips Also any customer-facing documents that require a cohesive look 10. Packaging inserts (thank you notes, care cards, discount codes) All files should be handed over as editable source files and export files with correct measurements and bleed areas. Who We Are Looking For: 1. We are exclsively looking for experienced experts or established teams who can demonstrate a clear ability to uplevel Shopify stores to a high standard. 2. This role is not suitable for beginners, template-only designers, or SEO generalists. You must be able to show: 1. Shopify sites you have enhanced and refined, not just launched 2. SEO-optimised product and collection pages 3. Premium or fashion-focused branding and packaging 4. The ability to run parallel workstreams without compromising quality

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Tidy the server from X-ransom attack

Hello, Our Wordpress website was attacked by x-ransom. We have a backup of the WP and the database dump. We have detected some corrupted files there but it seems that there are still some left that were not detected. It has to be tidy after the attack. It’s an internet shop with uploads files of around 100GB. It’s stored on a private hosting in LV. What is done do far: 1. Update WordPress Version 2. Use z’d updateSecure WP-Admin Login Credentials 3. Set Up Safelist and Blocklist for the Admin Page 4. Use Trusted WordPress Themes 5. Install SSL Certificate 6. Remove Unused WordPress Plugins and Themes 1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication for WP-Admin 2. Back Up WordPress 3. Limit Login Attempts 4. Change the WordPress Login Page URL 5. Log Idle Users Out Automatically 6. Monitor User Activity 7. Check for Malware - found several none-Wordpress specious files and plugins. Deleted them. 1. Disable PHP Error Reporting 3. Turn File Editing Off 4. Restrict Access Using the .htaccess File 5. Change the Default WordPress Database Prefix - not done 6. Disable XML-RPC 7. Hide the WordPress Version 8. Block Hotlinking - not done 9. Manage File Permissions not done After making the list, we received another x-ransome attack. I suspect he has a server level access not only wp level. If you apply, you need to be a server security and a Wordpress specialist. Please, quote for the job.