JK Design Honored with 2011 Gold Hermes Creative Award and Bronze Telly Award

Leading NJ/NYC print/web/video design firm wins two international creative competitions

Hillsborough, N.J., July 5, 2011 – Leading New Jersey/New York City creative services firm JK Design has been awarded a 2011 Gold Hermes Creative Award by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) out of over 5,000 entries. In a separate competition, the agency was selected from more than 11,000 competitors to receive a 2011 Bronze Telly Award.

JK Design’s winning Gold Hermes entry, the “Formula for Success” brochure, was created for GROM Associates, a global business consulting firm providing strategy consulting, SAP integration, and enterprise data management services. The brochure reflects the brand position, messaging, and creative platform developed by JK Design as part of comprehensive branding and marketing project, which also includes GROM’s website, trade show graphics, and other collateral. The winning brochure can be viewed at http://www.jkdesign.com/work/portfolio/grom-brand-identity.

JK Design’s creative team earned a Bronze Telly for their video entry, “Avaya ACE Overview,” which combined clever graphic animation and simple text and icons to bring the ACE story to life in a clear and entertaining way. The video was created for Avaya, a global provider of business collaboration and communications solutions. It can be viewed at http://www.jkdesign.com/work/portfolio/avaya-ace.

“These awards honor the talent of our creative team and the strength of our branding and marketing strategy,” said Jerry Kaulius, president of JK Design. “It’s extremely rewarding to be recognized for both the high quality of our work and the customized approach we take for each and every project – a combination that has enabled us to consistently deliver successful results for our clients for over 25 years.”

The annual Hermes Creative Awards honor excellence and recognize the creativity, hard work, and generosity of marketing and communication professionals.

Established in 1978, the annual Telly Awards honor the best television commercials and programs, video and film productions, and work created for the Web in the US and around the world.

About JK Design

In business for over 25 years, JK Design is a creative services agency specializing in strategy and branding, print, web, mobile, interactive, and video projects. Recent honors include two Telly awards, a Communicator award, a MarCom Platinum award, and a Gold Hermes Creative Award. The agency provides a wide range of innovative design, advertising, and marketing services, including: Web design and development, iPad and mobile app development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or http://www.jkdesign.com.

For more information about the Hermes Creative Awards: http://www.hermesawards.com.

For more information about the Telly Awards: http://www.tellyawards.com.

JK Design Announces New On-site Solar Electric System
Creative services agency goes ‘off the grid’ with renewable energy installation

Hillsborough, N.J., June 29, 2011 – JK Design , a leading NJ/NYC creative services agency, has announced the installation of a solar power system at their historic headquarters location. The tilting, ground-mounted array of 87 solar panels now provides 20,000 kilowatt hours of renewable energy each year – enough to meet much of the agency’s electrical needs and at times provide a surplus which flows back into the public grid.

The system was designed and built by Solar Connections , which provides solar-panel technology throughout New Jersey. It is already generating enough electricity to earn up to 20 Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs) annually through the state’s Clean Energy Program. The credits will provide revenue for 15 years and help to offset the costs of the installation.

“This project is a fitting way to mark 25 years in business – and renew our commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility,” said Jerry Kaulius, founder and president of JK Design. “We hope that this project will inspire others to seek out new ways to reduce their energy bills and support the use of sustainable energy sources.”

Planning for the 21,000-watt green energy system began in 2009. Because of the unique nature of the installation, involving a ground-mounted array rather than a more common roof-mounted system, JK Design owners Jerry and Barbara Kaulius obtained a waiver from the Hillsborough Township Zoning Board of Adjustment.

The project was completed with support from New Jersey’s Clean Energy Program, which provides financial incentives and assistance for clean, renewable energy projects in the state. To date, the program has supported more than 7,500 solar electric installations generating over 234,000 kilowatts of energy.

“JK Design has recognized that solar is the right thing to do from both a financial and environmental perspective,” said Andrew M. Cozzi, president of Solar Connections. “Jerry and Barbara wanted to maximize the amount of electricity their system would produce while minimizing the impact on their historical property. The tilting, ground-mounted array accomplishes both goals.”

JK Design has also completed the conversion of an on-site carriage house into a full-service video studio. The new facility features a live vegetative roof, which provides natural insulation and reduces stormwater runoff; water-conserving low-flow faucets and dual-flush toilet; energy-efficient heating, cooling, and lighting systems; and renewable materials such as cork flooring and recycled grass fiber wall coverings.

The current green construction projects are the latest updates to JK Design’s headquarters in the Staats House, which dates to the 1800s. A 2006 restoration integrated vintage elements of the Grecian-style mansion with modern features such as a multimedia studio and conference rooms. The agency’s satellite office is located in midtown Manhattan, NY.

About JK Design
In business for over 25 years, JK Design is a creative services agency specializing in strategy and branding, print, Web, mobile, interactive, and video projects. Recent honors include two Telly awards, a Communicator award, a MarCom Platinum award, and a Gold Hermes Creative Award. The agency provides a wide range of innovative design, advertising, and marketing services, including: Web design and development, iPad and mobile app development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com .

About Solar Connections
Solar Connections LLC is an independently owned and operated commercial and residential solar installer located in Somerset, New Jersey. The company’s experienced solar specialists help customers lower their energy bills – and even earn money – with photovoltaic solar energy systems. Solar Connections handles each project from start to finish and works with leading industry vendors to ensure high quality every step of the way. For more information: 732-384-9506 or www.njsolarconnections.com .

JK Design Announces Expansion of Print Division
New Jersey/New York Creative Services Agency Welcomes Lucy San Philips as Production Artist

Hillsborough, N.J., May 11, 2011 – JK Design, a leading creative services agency with offices in central New Jersey and New York City, has expanded its print division by hiring a new production artist.

Lucy San Philips is a veteran graphic artist with more than 17 years of experience. Prior to joining JK Design as a production artist on the print team, she held a variety of positions as graphic designer and art director for major marketing and advertising agencies in the New York metropolitan area. She has also worked as a freelance designer and served as president, art director, and managing partner for a design group focused on the music industry. At JK Design, she is responsible for design and production of a wide variety of marketing and promotional materials including ads, trade show graphics, annual reports, brochures, logos, and direct mail pieces. She earned a degree in art and advertising design from New York City College of Technology and is fluent in Spanish.

“As a freelancer with our agency, Lucy has proven to be a highly creative designer with the ability to get up to speed quickly on any project, fully understand our clients’ needs, and consistently exceed their expectations,” said Jerry Kaulius, founder and president of JK Design. “I’m very happy to welcome her as a full-time member of our print staff, where I know she will bring her enthusiasm, energy, and unique artistic perspective to our work and help us to maintain our high level of customer service.”

JK Design’s headquarters is located in the historic Staats House in Hillsborough, NJ. The company also has an office in the Chelsea neighborhood of midtown Manhattan, just minutes from New York Penn Station.

About JK Design
In business for more than 25 years, JK Design is a creative services agency specializing in strategy and branding, print, Web, mobile, interactive, and video projects. The agency is a recent winner of two Telly Awards, a Communicator Award, and a MarCom Platinum Award. JK Design provides a wide range of innovative design, advertising, and marketing services, including: Web design and development, iPad and mobile app development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging, and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com.

Scott Kerns, Jeff Rupert take on Expanded Roles in Web Development, iPad/iPhone App Development for New Jersey/New York Creative Services Agency

Mar 22, 2011 – JK Design, a leading print, Web, video, and interactive agency with offices in central New Jersey and New York City, announced two promotions within the company’s interactive department.

In his new role as senior Web programmer, Scott Kerns will build upon his many successes since joining the agency in 2008. Scott has proven himself to be a gifted programmer through his work on highly complex projects for clients including LG, Covance, Catalent, and Innophos. In addition to his advanced programming abilities and superb technical skills, Scott is also the agency’s premier tester and technical documentation writer – responsibilities that will be expanded in his new position. Scott has more than a decade of professional experience including IT administration and coding in a variety of programming languages. He earned a B.S. in biology from Penn State University.

In recognition of his rapid progress as a junior Web programmer during his first year at JK Design, Jeff Rupert has been promoted to interactive programmer. His most recent achievements include developing innovative iPad and iPhone apps for Philips Lighting and Philips-Van Heusen (PVH). A graduate of The College of New Jersey with a B.S. in computer science/interactive multimedia and a passion for Web programming, Jeff’s areas of expertise include PHP, HTML5, CSS, Javascript, Web standards, and ActionScript coding.

“Scott and Jeff have played important parts in helping JK Design to stay ahead of the curve on emerging Web, smartphone, and tablet technologies,” said Jerry Kaulius, founder and president of JK Design. “I am very pleased to recognize their talent, skills, and significant accomplishments with these promotions, where they will continue to provide an unmatched level of service to our clients.”

JK Design has created successful websites, iPad apps, mobile websites, videos, and advertising and marketing campaigns for a diverse range of companies and organizations in the tri-state region and around the world. The agency’s headquarters is located in the historic Staats House on Amwell Road in Hillsborough, New Jersey. JK Design also has an office in midtown Manhattan, just minutes from New York Penn Station.

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About JK Design
In business for 25 years, JK Design is a creative services agency specializing in strategy and branding, print, Web, mobile, interactive, and video projects. The agency provides a wide range of innovative design, advertising, and marketing services, including: Web design and development, iPad and mobile app development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com.

March 22, 2011 –JK Design, a print, Web and video agency with offices in central New Jersey and New York City, has announced the launch of its completely redesigned website at www. jkdesign.com. The site offers a sleek new look, user-friendly navigation, and an interactive portfolio of the agency’s impressive body of work, which includes websites, videos and print materials created for some of the world’s leading companies.

The site also provides access to unique email marketing tools to help the agency’s account managers and sales team communicate more effectively with their clients.

Visitors to www.jkdesign.com can learn about JK Design’s full range of service areas, including strategy and branding, print, Web/interactive, and video. An intuitive menu and interactive tools makes it easy to search the agency’s extensive project portfolio by industry or service area and explore a wide variety of videos, websites and print materials.

The new site also offers a link to the agency’s blog, which provides news about the company and behind-the-scenes information about recent projects.

“Our new website reflects the kind of agency we are: dynamic, innovative, and completely focused on exceeding our clients’ expectations,” said Jerry Kaulius, founder and president of JK Design. “We’ve made it easy for everyone to experience the excellent work we’ve done and to find the information they need quickly and easily. The new site is a great example of the high-quality projects we consistently produce for our clients – and a great way to mark our 25th year in business!”

JK Design has created successful websites, videos, mobile apps, iPad apps, and advertising and marketing campaigns for a diverse range of companies and organizations in the tri-state region and around the world. The agency’s headquarters is located in the historic Staats House on Amwell Road in Hillsborough, New Jersey. JK Design also has an office in midtown Manhattan, just minutes from New York Penn Station.

About JK Design

In business for 25 years, JK Design is a creative services agency specializing in strategy and branding, print, Web, mobile, interactive, and video projects. The agency provides a wide range of innovative design, advertising, and marketing services, including: Web design and development, iPad and mobile app development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com.

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Contact:

Jerry Kaulius
Corporate Headquarters
JK Design
465 Amwell Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
jerry@jkdesign.com
908-428-4700
908-428-4701 (fax)

New York Office
JK Design
44 W 28th Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10001
646-794-4180
646-794-4184 (fax)

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JK Design Expands Interactive Capabilities with an Internal Promotion and Two New Hires

New Jersey/New York Creative Services Agency Promotes Darren Nye to New Leadership Role, Welcomes New Web Programmer and VP of Video Production

Hillsborough, N.J., January 31, 2011 – JK Design, a leading creative services agency with offices in central New Jersey and New York City, has expanded its multimedia department by promoting the current director of interactive and IT to the position of vice president and hiring a new website development professional. The agency has also hired a veteran media and entertainment professional to lead its video division.

Since joining JK Design in 2004, Darren Nye has lead the interactive department’s expansion from four full-time employees to its current staff of 20 and an average annual increase of 30%. He brings more than 23 years of professional experience, business acumen, technical expertise and proven leadership to his new role as VP of interactive and information technology, where he will continue to build on his successes in closing many of JK Design’s larger client projects, expanding the division’s services to include the latest technologies, and managing the agency’s internal IT plans and infrastructure improvements. In addition to his many professional achievements, Darren also holds a pilot’s license and enjoys flying small planes.

Katherine Armstrong brings more than 20 years of hands-on experience in corporate media, promotions and the entertainment business to her new position as vice president of video production director. Prior to joining JK Design, Katherine’s achievements included producing, directing and production managing for a host of award-winning production companies that served clients from major networks such as ABC, Comedy Central and BET. She has also interviewed, produced and directed luminaries ranging from a former president to a long list of CEOs of such companies as Oxygen, Skype, Nickelodeon and Lifetime.

New Web programmer Thomas Planer has specialized knowledge in PHP, ASP.NET, C#, Java, Python, Ruby, Visual Basic and C++. He is also skilled in coding front-end interfaces with XHTML, CSS and Javascript. Before joining JK Design, he developed and programmed custom applications for a variety of companies, including a major New Jersey law firm. Tom earned a BS in business administration from Rider University, where he majored in computer information systems.

“This is an exciting time for JK Design,” said Jerry Kaulius, founder and president. “As we celebrate our 25th anniversary with two thriving offices in New Jersey and New York, we also look forward to starting the new year with our largest staff to date – and a host of new opportunities to serve our clients in ever-more creative ways. I’m extremely pleased to announce Darren’s well-deserved promotion and to welcome Katherine and Tom to the agency. I look forward to their support in expanding our services in fresh and innovative directions.”

JK Design’s headquarters is located in the historic Staats House in Hillsborough, NJ. The company also has an office in the Chelsea neighborhood of midtown Manhattan, just minutes from New York Penn Station.

About JK Design
In business for 25 years, JK Design uses the latest technology to build brand identities through print, Web, and video media. The agency is a recent winner of a Telly Award, Communicator Award, and MarCom Platinum Award. JK Design specializes in innovative design, advertising and marketing services, including: Web design and development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com.

Contact:
Jerry Kaulius
Corporate Headquarters
JK Design
465 Amwell Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
jerry@jkdesign.com
908-428-4700
908-428-4701 (fax)

New York Office
JK Design
44 W 28th Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10001
646-794-4180
646-794-4184 (fax)

Leading New Jersey Print/Web/Video Design Firm Selected by ARM & HAMMER® Manufacturer for Creative Work

Hillsborough, N.J., December 2, 2010 – JK Design, a leading print, Web and video agency with offices in central New Jersey and New York City, has been selected by Church & Dwight Co. (NYSE: CHD) as the agency of record for their Performance Products Group. Church & Dwight is the Princeton-based manufacturer of ARM & HAMMER® consumer and specialty products.

JK Design will design and execute all print, video and electronic marketing and advertising campaigns for the Performance Products Group. The agency is currently launching a new branding initiative to promote the division’s specialty products and technical services.

“JK Design was selected because they understand our marketing goals – and they have proven their ability to translate that understanding into creative, effective campaigns,” said Jeff Shore, senior business manager, Church & Dwight.

Jerry Kaulius, founder and president of JK Design, added, “Our creative team is excited about the opportunity to rebrand the Performance Products group and elevate their profile in new and innovative ways. We’ve already developed a productive collaborative relationship, and we’re looking forward to bringing our shared vision for their brand to life.”

In business for 25 years, JK Design has created successful marketing campaigns for a diverse range of world-class companies including Philips Lighting, Johnson & Johnson, Covance, JVC, Novo Nordisk, Tyco, Siemens Healthcare and LG. Their headquarters is located in the historic Staats House on Amwell Road in Hillsborough, New Jersey; the agency also maintains an office in midtown Manhattan, just minutes from New York Penn Station.

About JK Design
Celebrating our 25th anniversary in 2010, JK Design is a creative services firm specializing in using the latest technology to build brand identities through print, Web, and video media. The firm provides companies with innovative design, advertising and marketing services, including: Web design and development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com.

About Church & Dwight
Church & Dwight’s Performance Products Group leads the industry in providing quality products and technological innovation to a wide range of markets, from food and pharmaceuticals to chemical processing, water treatment and emerging environmental applications. For nearly 165 years, our customers have relied on the strict standards of quality and purity that are synonymous with ARM & HAMMER® brand products. For more information: 800-221-0453 or www.ahperformance.com.

New Jersey/New York Creative Services Firm Promotes Lance Miller to Expanded Web Development Role

Hillsborough, N.J., November 29, 2010 – JK Design, a leading print, video and Web design agency with offices in central New Jersey and New York City, announced that the company has promoted Web producer Lance Miller to the newly created position of senior interactive producer. In his new role, Lance will have additional leadership responsibilities and will take on a greater management role in some of the company’s most prominent accounts.

Since joining JK Design in 2007, Lance has managed some of JK Design’s largest and most complex interactive projects, including websites for Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Innophos; Covance; and JR Trading, a New Jersey-based wholesale book distributor. He was also the lead developer for a series of innovative interactive driver safety training modules created for Johnson & Johnson.

Lance has nearly 10 years of experience managing and developing Web projects, including programming in HTML, PHP and MySQL; planning website architecture; and documenting complex technical requirements. He holds a degree in computer science from The College of New Jersey.

“Lance has played a critical role in JK Design’s expanding interactive capabilities and has helped us to develop some of our most innovative website projects,” said Jerry Kaulius, founder and president of JK Design. “I am very pleased to recognize Lance’s significant accomplishments with his promotion to this new role, where he will have the opportunity to provide an even higher level of service to our clients.”

JK Design’s headquarters is located in the historic Staats House in Hillsborough, New Jersey. The company also maintains an office in midtown Manhattan near New York Penn Station.

About JK Design
Celebrating our 25th anniversary in 2010, JK Design is a creative services firm specializing in using the latest technology to build brand identities through print, Web, and video media. The firm provides companies with innovative design, advertising and marketing services, including: website design and development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com.

Leading Creative Services Firm Marks First Anniversary of Manhattan Office by Hiring New Staff to Meet Growing Demand

New York, N.Y., October 8, 2010 – Leading print, Web and video agency JK Design is marking the first anniversary of its New York City location by hiring two new staff members to support growing demand for its creative services.

New account manager Caroline Sachsel is responsible for supporting the company’s account executives in sustaining and growing client relationships. She also monitors production deadlines and coordinates quality control and review procedures. With nearly a decade of professional experience in account management, marketing and sales, Caroline has a record of success in building long-term client relationships and managing marketing and sales functions for several major New Jersey companies.

Dan Syers has also joined JK Design as junior Web producer. In that role he assists the agency’s interactive staff in planning, developing, testing and launching new client websites. A recent graduate of Rider University, Dan has experience with a wide variety of Web development, graphic design and animation software.

“Now that our Manhattan office has been open for a year – and despite the ongoing economic downturn – we are attracting more clients than ever in the New York City area and beyond,” said Jerry Kaulius, founder and president of JK Design. “They are looking for the kind of inventive approach we bring to both traditional marketing collateral and the latest technology platforms like the iPad. Caroline and Dan are great additions to our staff who will help us to maintain the highest level of service and quality for our clients as we expand into new areas of business.”

JK Design was founded in 1985 and is currently headquartered in the historic Staats House in Hillsborough, New Jersey. The agency’s New York City office opened its doors in midtown Manhattan in 2009.

About JK Design
Celebrating our 25th anniversary in 2010, JK Design uses the latest technology to build brand identities through print, Web, and video media. The agency is a recent winner of a Telly Award, a Communicator Award, and the MarCom Platinum Award. We specialize in innovative design, advertising and marketing services, including: Web design and development, branding, logos, email marketing, multimedia and video animation and production, marketing strategies, advertising, corporate collateral design and production, exhibit graphics, packaging and Internet-based virtual tradeshows. For more information: 908-428-4700 (NJ), 646-794-4180 (NYC), or www.jkdesign.com.

Contact:

Jerry Kaulius
Corporate Headquarters
JK Design
465 Amwell Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
jerry@jkdesign.com
908-428-4700
908-428-4701 (fax)

New York Office
JK Design
44 W 28th Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10001
646-794-4180
646-794-4184 (fax)

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