ABOUT artLinks

Bay area creative services staffing since 1994

artLinks Staffing opened its doors in 1994 on the premise that creative talent needed an advocate in the business marketplace. Founder Marti Stites took that belief and built a sophisticated creative services staffing firm that has grown alongside the expansion of industry in the Bay Area.

Over this time, we've demonstrated that the greatest results come from superior client service and keen relationship building. We're sustained by the incredible talent we find, and by the companies who agree that creative people are central to a successful work venture. We know how to put the two sides together.
And that's the cornerstone of our business model.

 

Jennifer Light, president/owner

Jennifer joined artLinks in 2004 and has led operations since January 2008.

Jennifer received a BFA in Acting from the University of Southern California, where she studied in the school's prestigious conservatory program. Following college, she worked as a performer and theater producer in the Seattle area. In 1998, Jennifer moved to the Bay Area to pursue an advanced degree in counseling psychology. Now, as President of artLinks she is able to enjoy a perfect synthesis of all her interests and abilities. She lives in the East Bay with her husband and daughter, and when she's not managing the firm, she enjoys playing guitar and traveling.

As she works to expand the practice, Jennifer is committed to maintaining artLinks' high standard of professional creative services staffing. One of her main initiatives is to expand the recruitment of new talent looking for full-time employment nationwide.

 

Looking for the perfect match?

There are so many factors that comprise a good fit. While other placement agencies may match candidates and positions based on salary requirements or skill alone, we go the distance to find a perfect fit by evaluating all kinds of criteria. We'll look at the company culture, the job applicant's history and both parties' personalities. And our clients say we nail it every time.

When it comes to job placement-be it temporary, project-based or direct hire-you can count on artLinks to be swift, professional and efficient.

Most importantly, you can count on us getting it right.

 

What out clients say about us

"artLinks (and Jennifer) are our first call when staffing needs arise. We are consistently pleased with the caliber of candidates artLinks sends us. Jennifer has a great work ethic. She responds quickly and is so easy to work with. In our experience, artLinks offers the highest quality service. You know who you are dealing with and that they will produce efficient and on-target results. We love working with artLinks. You will too."

Michael Rivo, Partner
17 Feet, San Francisco, CA

 

"artLinks Staffing is my go-to source for top flight candidates. I find artLinks, and Jennifer in particular, to be in tune with the creative industry and I view her as a true partner for our business. Jennifer doesn't waste my time, sends relevant candidates and is engaged in what we do. I highly recommend artLinks for your needs - you won't find a better partner."

Jeff Barney, HR Director
Kane and Finkel Healthcare Communications, San Francisco, CA

 

"In the last few years, New Control has had a number of sudden growth spurts. They sometimes come on suddenly without a lot of notice. On every occasion, Jennifer Light has pulled through for New Control. She sends us the strongest resumes and brightest, most qualified candidates. artLinks has become our go-to recruiter. We can depend on Jen on short notice and to hang in there when the process is lengthy. When we have a vacancy to fill, Jennifer Light at artLinks is my first call or email. We are very grateful for the relationship we’Äôve developed with her. Thanks for everything Jen. You're the best!"

Lisa Felski, Operations Supervisor
New Control Direct and Digital Marketing, Chicago, IL

 

"For the past 5 years, we have relied on artLinks Staffing to fill our staffing resource needs. artLinks provides a highly personal level of service. Whether our needs are for temporary staff or to fill a permanent position, artLinks listens carefully to our requirements and provides us with the highest caliber of talent that's available."

Hamid Ghanadan, President
The Linus Group, Emeryville, CA

 

"I have had the unique perspective and pleasure of working with Jennifer as my employer, my recruiter and now as a favorite vendor. She is refreshingly fair and honest, and earnestly concerned about the success of talent and clients alike. Unlike so many of her competitors, she actually listens and pursues what people need without ever coming across as pushy or sales-driven. She is a gem to work with in any capacity."

Greta Billinger, Freelance Recruiter
Berkeley, CA

 

"I have had the pleasure of working with artLinks as both a candidate and a client, and have been very happy with the results. Each time we worked together, I was impressed with the responsiveness and clear understanding artLinks had of what I was looking for."

Judy DiGangi, MarCom Manager North America Sales Division
Bio-Rad Laboratories Life Science Group, Hercules, CA

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The PROCESS

It's simple

Step One:

Contact artLinks.

 

Step Two:

Give us your job specs to help us source the most targeted talent for your firm.

 

Step Three:

There is no step three.

Once we've discussed the specific requirements of the position you need filled,
your job is done. artLinks will search our vast talent pool of qualified candidates
and present you with several options to choose from. And we'll keep the resumes
coming until you find the perfect match.

 

It's straightforward

We support companies looking for temporary, contract and full-time talent.
Our recruiters are highly skilled and quick to present targeted candidates for any of your staffing needs. Once you engage us in a search, we manage all the administrative tasks, run payroll and cover all employer taxes and liabilities that result from any temporary placement. artLinks provides our clients with a contract that outlines our terms and services for all placement needs.

We offer a 90-day guarantee for any direct hire talent you employ through our referral. We also conduct reference checks on any talent prior to presentation.

In short, we listen. We search. We link your firm to the most targeted
talent possible. Our goal is to make your job simple and stress free.

Give us a try!

 

We've got it covered

Unlike other firms that focus on making the sale, artLinks remains available to our clients well beyond that point. We have confidence in the candidates we place and we support our choices, but should any issues arise, we'll be here to discuss your concerns and offer support and solutions. We won't give you the run-around.
We will help you resolve any challenges so you can get back to your day job.

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Find TALENT now

To get started...

...we need just a few details from you. CLICK HERE to download our PDF job order
form* and email it back to us, or simply call us with the following information:

Position title

Reporting to

Reason for open position

Projected length of assignment

Assignment start date

Hourly budget

Materials you'd like to see to evaluate

Any specific software skills required

Now sit back, relax and let us do the detective work.

 

*(in order to make full use of PDF form capabilities, please be sure to have the free Acrobat Reader installed, or download it here ).

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Contact us

artLinks is located at 1600 Shattuck Avenue Suite #126 in the Gourmet Ghetto
neighborhood of Berkeley, California. We are about a 15-minute walk from
the downtown Berkeley BART.

>> find us on the MAP

We welcome the chance to visit with our clients before or after they enjoy a bite
at Chez Panisse or sample the daily special pizza at The Cheeseboard.

You can reach us at 510-528-2668 or via email at findTALENT@artlinks-staffing.com

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