Get in the Mix
Did you just
feel that?
It’s the curious itch that got you here, reading these words,
wondering what it takes to join Fingerpaint.
Was it the realization that you need a little color in your life? Did it
change how you value your career, your talent and your life? Epiphanies
like yours are sacred. You want a change, and we can make it happen.
Let us scratch that itch.
A word of caution before we go on: If you’re into the trappings of
corporate life, this might not be the place for you. There are no titles at
Fingerpaint. There are no egos. There are no offices. When you whittle
those things away, you’re left with the essence of what makes an agency
successful: dedication to the team. If that appeals to you, keep reading.
If it doesn’t, good luck out there.
Shall we continue? The best
version of
yourself
We want what all agencies want: to produce the best solutions for
clients to ensure our mutual success. At Fingerpaint, we know we can
only deliver with the best and brightest, and that’s where you come in.
When you join us, we’re going to ask a lot of you, and the most important
request will be this: Give us your best every day, and we’ll give you our
best in every way.
Giving our best means doing things the way they should be done, in a
way they can be done in an independent agency. Strategy is backed by
data. Analytics are a necessity. Creative is on-brief. Development is on
the leading edge. Account service is top-tier.
Giving our best means bringing traditional and digital disciplines—from
strategy to creative and public relations to interactive development—
together from project briefing to deployment. Has there every really
been a successful alternative?
We are committed to delivering fresh thinking and formidable results
for our clients. In our uniquely collaborative, high-octane environment,
that means we’re all committed to each other.
Own (y)our
success
Since every employee owns shares in the company, we count on each
other in ways you probably haven’t experienced before. This is where
our “no-titles” philosophy comes in. Quite simply, titles can get in the
way of business, creativity and collaboration. Rest easy: You can still
earn a promotion to greater responsibility and rewards—without a title.
We’re a collection of professionals with various kinds and years
of experience. We know how to exercise an uncommon degree of
collaboration to deliver results. So don’t mistake the lack of titles
for chaos. We have a leadership team to steer the boat, but they also
paddle, because they’re fervent believers that we’re all in this together.
Our vision is to become a powerhouse marketing agency that is highly
respected and that our employees are proud to own.
Fingerpaint Core Values
People First
Employees are the lifeblood of our
company, and we strive to attract and
retain talent by being an exceptional place
to work. That’s why we’ve been named a
Business Review Best Place to Work for
three years in a row and counting!
Make a living.
Make a life.
We believe in what we do and we believe in working hard, but above
all, we believe in each other. We hold tightly to values that make our
lives and work efficient, enjoyable and energetic. And we support
each other in and out of the office—whether we’re pitching in to win
new business, dogsitting for the weekend or cheering on our resident
athletes and musicians.
Celebrating each other is a theme here. Peer-to-peer awards recognize
collaborative effort. Spot bonuses from teams and leaders are rewards
for individual accomplishments. Ever heard of an agency that pays for a
one-month sabbatical? Now you have. It’s Fingerpaint’s thanks for five
years of service, and it’s in addition to your regular vacation time.
Collaboration
Marketing is a team sport, and we pride
ourselves on our ability to leverage the
strengths of each player.
Integrity
We are committed to honesty and
transparency in our work environment
and all business practices.
Will to Win
We are driven to exceed expectations by
providing leading-edge solutions and using
emerging technologies.
Philanthropy
We feel extremely fortunate, and
we’re passionate about giving back to
our communities, as a company and as
neighbors. In fact, we have a full-time
employee who coordinates our efforts
for maximum impact.
Footprints
on the moon
Fingerpaint is charting new territory every day. When you join us, you’ll
have the opportunity to break new ground for yourself, too. You’ll find
opportunities to shine, have greatness thrust upon you and take full
advantage of your skills and talents.
With locations from coast to coast, there are ample opportunities for
you to enjoy the support of your teammates and provide support, in turn,
across platforms and geographies. How will we grow next? It could be
entirely up to you; the sky is never the limit.
Don’t look back, you’re not going that way
We understand, change can be risky. It can also be your way forward.
If collaboration and creative thinking are what you’re seeking, if you
want to own your work and depend on your teammates to own theirs,
call 518.693.6960. Our People and Culture team is happy to talk with
you about your future at Fingerpaint.
Fingerpaint Locations
Albany
13 Walker Way
Albany, NY 12205
p. 518.693.6960
f. 518.693.6962
Saratoga Springs (Headquarters)
395 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
p. 518.693.6960
f. 518.693.6962
Scottsdale
6900 E. Camelback Road
Suite 360
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
p. 480.368.7999
f. 480.368.8999
Villanova
789 E. Lancaster Ave
Suite 260
Villanova, PA 19085
p. 518.693.6960
f. 518.693.6962
No cure
for curiosity
Q: Why are you called Fingerpaint?
A: We were founded with the desire to bring back the childlike wonder of
creativity to marketing. In an era of buzzwords and clichés, we wanted to
add a little flourish to the landscape by providing solutions and results with
unexpected joy.
Q: What does “independently owned” or “employee-owned” really mean?
A: Being independently owned means we don’t have to ask a parent
company for permission to do anything, from throwing a party to printing in
color (you know it’s true). Being employee-owned means that on your first
day of work, you’ll get shares of the company, plain and simple. You’re really
working for yourself when you’re working at Fingerpaint, and you wouldn’t
let yourself down, would you? Neither will your teammates.
Q: What benefits do you offer?
A: Aside from the satisfaction you’ll feel every morning when you wake up,
you’ll receive health, vision and dental benefits, a retirement plan (401k)
and a paid sabbatical after 5 years of service. You’ll be equipped to do your
job comfortably, too, whether you need remote server access when you’re
traveling or an open pool of personal time to dip into when the flu strikes.
Q: Do people ever call you Fingerprint?
A: Yes, but we don’t hire them.