December 2012 Archives

Condé Nast Traveler - Graphic Design Intern

Condé Nast is offering a highly competitive and educational internship with Conde Nast Traveler Promotions Art Department. Candidates should have a keen interest in the multi-media industry and should be enrolled undergraduate students studying at a 2-4 year US college/university who will be able to receive credit for participating in this program. The Intern Program will allow students to gain exposure to the industry and will provide a real-world experience that can be a supplement to classroom studies. Specifically, an ideal candidate is detail-oriented, an excellent multi-tasker, is eager to learn and takes initiative. Candidates should have an interest in magazine publishing and strong working knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. You will be working closely everyday with the Designers, Art Director and Creative Director on various design projects. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain work experience in the magazine industry. Interns are responsible for updating the Photo Library, archiving, assisting in image research and creative comps. Applicants are required to receive college credit for the internship. You must turn in a letter on college letterhead stating you will be receiving credit. The letter must be signed by a professor, advisor, or the registrar. This position is unpaid. All Condé Nast interns will have the opportunity to attend a Seminar & Events Series throughout the semester, which will highlight the various divisions of the publishing/media business.

Digital Adaptations (Freelance $40/hr.)

MUST have strong Flash experience. This person will be working on online, banner (primarily), tablet, web croppings, LED & plasmas. They will work with the Traffic team for direction on what assets need to be built, and the interactive producers who will provide the freelancers with the master asset template that these individuals will modify. They will be cropping, readapting banner sizes, ensure the specs are ready for all different sites (pixels, timing, etc.).

Web Designer (Freelance $40/hr.)

Jr. Design level position Must have web and app experience Fashion experience a plus Will be working across a variety of different projects may include site updates, email, or app productional work Individual contributor level responsible for the design of the web site and catalogue. Interfaces all graphics and designs entities to develop graphical and design continuity. Produces digital artwork and builds prototype layouts. Update and maintain design templates. Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent experience.

Food Network Magazine Art Internship

Food Network Magaine (Hearst Corporation) is seeking a graphic design student for an internship in the Art Department. The intern will assist in the daily workflow of the magazine. Duties will include: updating layouts, minor imaging work, and some design. Candidates should have an interest in magazine publishing, strong working knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop. Interest in food a plus. Duration: January-April Applicants must receive college credit for the internship this position is unpaid. A commitment of 3 days a week is preferred, from 10 am to 6 pm (flexible).

Newspaper designer / sports

We're looking for a fulltime designer to create a daily sports section. Here at the Louisville Design Studio, we drive presentation for 21 newspapers including the Indianapolis Star, the Cincinnati Enquirer, the Louisville Courier-Journal and the Lansing State News.

We're in the heart of basketball country. Last March, three of the four Final Four teams were the home team for our newspapers. And, if college basketball isn't your thing, we also lead visual design for the Colts, Bengals, Reds, and Pacers, and for events like the Kentucky Derby, Indy 500, Brickyard 400, the 2014 PGA Championship and the 2015 Final Four.

The right candidates should be highly collaborative, creative, possess graphic design know-how, and work well with others. If you can show these qualities in your clips, then this is a great opportunity for either the experienced visual journalist or the less-experienced but skilled up-and-comer. We will host design for three big-city dailies, and quite a few small to mid-sized papers.

This is a full-time gig, no freelancers. This position typically works an evening shift (average hours 4-12). You must relocate to Louisville - which was just recently named the No. 1 travel destination in the U.S. for 2013 by Lonely Planet (who called it the new Portland). Seriously, it's a great town with amazing food, the best bourbon cocktails and a super-low cost of living. We do pay a relocation stipend.

If you'd like to checkout some of our work, click this link: http://tinyurl.com/dybbqdo Interested? Send us a copy of your resume and portfolio via email or web link.

Newspaper designer/sports

We're looking for a fulltime designer to produce a daily sports section. Here at the Louisville Design Studio, we create drive presentation for 21 newspapers including the Indianapolis Star, the Cincinnati Enquirer, the Louisville Courier-Journal and the Lansing State News. We're in the heart of basketball country. Last March, three of the four Final Four teams were the home team for our newspapers. And, if college basketball isn't your thing, we also lead visual design for the Colts, Bengals, Reds, and Pacers, and for events like the Kentucky Derby, Indy 500, Brickyard 400, the 2014 PGA Championship and the 2015 Final Four. The right candidates should be highly collaborative, creative, possess graphic design know-how, and work well with others. If you can show these qualities in your clips, then this is a great opportunity for either the experienced visual journalist or the less-experienced but skilled up-and-comer. We will host design for three big-city dailies, and quite a few small to mid-sized papers. This is a full-time gig, no freelancers. This position typically works an evening shift (average hours 4-12). You must relocate to Louisville - which was just recently named the No. 1 travel destination in the U.S. for 2013 by Lonely Planet (who called it the new Portland). Seriously, it's a great town with amazing food, the best bourbon cocktails and a super-low cost of living. We do pay a relocation stipend. If you'd like to checkout some of our work, click this link: http://tinyurl.com/dybbqdo Interested? Send us a copy of your resume and portfolio via email or web link.

Mobile Design & Development Intern

The iPad design and development department at Men's Health magazine is currently looking for an enthusiastic intern for the Spring 2013 semester. This position is based at our company's New York City location and is open to a student eligible for academic credit from an accredited college or university. Responsibilities will include assisting the department with the development of several new food and fitness apps as well as the monthly digital editions of Men's Health. Expect to gain experience in researching, gathering, and sorting various assets, as well as general production duties related to app development.

Photography Editor Position

Consumer magazine publisher seeking experienced full time Photography Editor for luxury title. Successful candidate will have an insatiable passion for photography, at least five years experience at consumer magazines, and a keen eye for stunning images. Responsibilities include commissioning and directing shoots, researching online libraries, sourcing provided art, researching photographers' existing archives, conceptualizing visual story ideas, working closely with designers and editors, ensuring overall image excellence throughout title, managing budgets, and building relationships with photographers, agencies and stylists. Must: -have extensive photographer database--ideally with a global reach--including travel, fashion, still life and portraiture. -be extremely organized and proactive, able to multi-task balancing multiple projects and deadlines -be able to lead as a team of one, and collaborate as needed -have ability to stretch a dollar and still make award-winning work -possess the attitude to go above and beyond Please send your resume and samples of your work as a link or PDF no larger than 4MB to orion@ink-global.com with the subject line "Photo Editor"

ESPN The Magazine, part-time edit operations coordinator

An editorial operations coordinator works with the Manager and Director of Editorial Operations on trafficking layouts, editorial articles, art, photos and other content through the Magazine's editorial system. Editorial Operations coordinators are chiefly responsible for managing and sending color and photos to Production for processing; combining text articles with corresponding layouts; styling of copy within layouts per the design department's specifications; making corrections to layouts & proofing stories as well as archiving editorial material. Coordinators are also tasked with creating and distributing PDF files of layouts for approval, tracking documents' progress through the system and exercising quality control to ensure that layouts meet the production standards.

ESPN The Magazine, associate photo editor

This nonexempt position is considered the entry level photo job at The Magazine. Qualified candidates should presently live with commuting distance of the Bristol, CT, campus.

ESPN The Magazine, Part-time designer

The designer takes creative directions and transforms them into defined design concepts for ESPN The Magazine. Working under the direction of the creative director, the designer develops and trouble-shoots layouts, assign illustrations and graphics, and works with the overall editorial staff so that the visual design and accompanying artwork enhance the story. ?

Good Housekeeping Magazine 2013 Spring Art Intern

Good Housekeeping Magazine is looking for a 2013 Spring ART INTERN. The right candidate will hold many of the same responsibilities as a full-time staff member, including concepting art for stories, collaborating with the editorial and photo staff, and designing smart, attractive layouts. The intern will also have the opportunity to help style and prop in-house photo shoots, allowing he/she to follow his/her vision through from concept all the way to finished pages.

Esquire Magazine Spring 2013 Art & Design Internship

Esquire magazine (Hearst Corporation) is seeking a junior or senior graphic design student for an internship in the Art Department. The intern will assist in the daily workflow of the magazine. Duties will include: updating layouts, minor imaging work, and some design. Candidates should have an interest in magazine publishing, strong working knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop and is eager to learn. Duration: Spring 2013 Semester. Applicants are required to receive college credit for the internship. You must turn in a letter on college letterhead stating you will be receive credit. The letter must be signed by a professor, advisor, or the registrar. This position is unpaid. A commitment of at least 2 full days a week is required, from 10 am to 6 pm (flexible). To Apply, please send a cover letter in the body of the email, attached resume and a PDF or link to your portfolio to gchua@hearst.com Deadline for applications are on December 28th, 2012

Designer - U-T San Diego

U-T San Diego is seeking an up-and-coming designer with 2-3 years of experience. You should be comfortable with both news and features design and relish an opportunity to grow and take your work to the next level. The ideal candidate should be proactive, have good interpersonal skills and be comfortable collaborating with other departments and developing concepts in small, intense group brainstorms. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment that demands adaptability and flexibility.

DIGITAL PRODUCER

The Digital Producer, is responsible for the end-to-end production and content management. This individual owns documenting and optimizing the steady state production process, building the seasonal planning calendar, launch production schedules and detailed project plans. Partners closely with Internet Merchandising, Marketing, FEWD, Designers and Copy to bring content to market. Uses the Content Management System to load and test a variety of content types pre-launch. Adheres to tight presentation standards and Online Shop Business Rules. Scopes new initiatives as assigned by SVP, Digital. Reports to Director, Internet Creative Services.

CAD Designer

Individual contributor position responsible for developing art work for textile repeats and graphics for fabrics, screen prints, embroideries, appliques and trims. Creates art work documentation for presentations, production, and sourcing support materials. Looking for an energetic, eager designer. Must have excellent skill in InDesign and Illustrator and strong Photoshop skills. Fashion experience is not a must. This role is more on the production side/not so creative.

Online Photo Production (Freelance)

We're looking for an eager freelancer who's interested in working fast growing company. We are a flash sale site, with a quick turnaround. We need someone who's capable of multi-tasking and getting the job done. We are in need of a dynamic person who can gather, organize, review and traffic our SALE IMAGES. The skills you need for this job is a good eye for editing images, time management and organization. If you are interested in joining us for a while, drop asmith@totsy.com an email and put ONLINE PHOTO PRODUCTION in the subject line.

PRODUCTION DESIGNER (freelance)

• Exceptionally strong packaging layout understanding • Beauty packaging experience/background required, emphasis on fragrance • Extremely knowledgeable in Illustrator (all of our mechanicals will be done in Illustrator CS5), solid knowledge of Photoshop CS5 • Positive "can do" attitude • Extremely organized and able to multi-task • Knowledge of printing processes • Position will focus largely on file prep for printing, with some photoshop work • Exceptional attention to detail • Excellent project management and organizational skills • Excellent problem solving abilities • Pro-active and a team player • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

Photo Intern Food Network Magazine (Hearst Corporation)

Food Network Magazine currently has an internship opening in the photo department for a minimum of 2 days a week in the Spring 2013 semester. Candidates will have the opportunity to work with a fun staff at a new magazine learning all the ins-and-outs of photo production. Candidates must be detail oriented, organized, have a strong interest in photography and a positive attitude. The internship is unpaid and applicants must be able to receive college credit. We are interested in candidates who are studying photography and/or have experience in magazine publishing. Candidates must be able and willing to assist the photo department in all administrative duties, send/receive packages by messenger, communicate clearly and confidently with contributors, perform photo research, call-in products for photo shoots and organize photo archives.

PACKAGE DESIGNER (freelance)

This person must have a strong understanding/background of Beauty packaging design development. Should have a proven track record of excellence in implementing Marketing Brand/Product Strategies through Design. Directly responsible for creation on new packaging design and brand maintenance for primary and secondary packaging. Ability to work independently, operate professionally in a corporate environment, strong written and verbal communication skills required.

RETOUCHER (freelance)

Retouch photography scans and/or digital images for presentations of advertising, catalogue and PR projects. Work closely with Art Directors and Photographers to establish naming conventions, file management and overall efficient workflow. Proactively communicate with team of Art Directors and Photographers during various stages of retouching. Keep abreast of latest retouching technology and developments and evaluate suitability Work with Art Directors on layout changes and understand layout programs. Use layout programs to place and replace images.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER (freelance)

Responsible for designing and managing assigned catalogues from start to finish. Also executing all art revisions on assigned catalogues post layout and film review through the production life of the book. Focusing on accuracy and deadlines. Works on the layout and design of assigned catalogs

PAINTER (freelance)

Individual Contributor focusing on creating seasonal prints. Requires good skill in painting, using ADOBE programs with a paticularly good sense of colors. Fashion/textiles background desired but not required. REQUIRES EXPERIENCE HAND PAINTING WITH WATERCOLOR

PRINT STYLIST (freelance)

Coordinate and execute the creation of commercially viable color & print with responsibility for a small category &/or collection; develop brand right color & print stories that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy; monitor and recognize relevant trends and consumer needs for product designs; take direction under moderate supervision, exercising a minimal degree of autonomy/decision-making; reports to Sr. Print Stylist.

Deputy Design Director

Chicago magazine has an outstanding career opportunity for an experienced Deputy Design Director. In this role you will manage the design and production of Chicago magazine's 8 yearly mini-magazine inserts, including setting up deadline schedule, scheduling necessary photo shoots and managing the budget for each magazine insert. You will also work on the monthly magazine and special inserts for Chicago magazine. The ideal candidate will have strong editorial design experience along with the ability to produce high-energy, high-impact work on a budget. Responsibilities: Design departments and features for the monthly magazine as requested by the Design Director. Coach junior art department staff members as needed Work closely with editors to create and oversee the overall look of what is produced Coordinate with production and editorial to make sure deadlines are met. Direct photo shoots as necessary. Assign illustrations to illustrators as necessary. Work closely with the photo editor to plan the proper visual look for stories. Under the direction of the Design Director, coordinate the recruitment and development of design/art interns as well as pool of freelance designers Invoice illustrators (and photographers, if requested) and make sure their bills are paid. Step in to run the art department when the Design Director is away; that requires a working knowledge of the budget, the goals for the department, and deadlines Perform design work and projects for the brand's digital properties as requested

Art Director/ Print & Digital

The Atlantic Magazine seeks a full-time Art Director for Editorial and Tablet design. Under the direction of the Creative Director, the Art Director will be responsible for the management and the translation of The Atlantic to the tablet edition, contribute to the design of The Atlantic magazine, hire illustrators, commission photography, and develop information graphics for use across The Atlantic media platforms The ideal candidate is a forward thinking, creative, problem solver with at least 5 years of editorial design experience.

Glamour Art Department Spring Intern

Condé Nast is offering a highly competitive and educational internship at Glamour magazine in the art department. This internship is for the spring semester. Interns can start as early as Wednesday, January 2, and the internship will conclude on Friday, May 24. Candidates should have a keen interest in the multi-media industry and should be enrolled undergraduate students studying at a 2-4 year US college/university who will be able to receive credit for participating in this program. The Intern Program will allow students to gain exposure to the industry and will provide a real-world experience that can be a supplement to classroom studies. Specifically, an ideal Glamour art intern candidate is detail-oriented, an excellent multi-tasker who takes initiative, and a creative individual who is eager to learn about and participate in the work of the art department. Knowledge of Adobe inDesign and Photoshop is strongly preferred though not required. Ideally, an intern will be available to work 3-5 full days per week. All Condé Nast interns will have the opportunity to attend a Seminar & Events Series throughout the semester, which will highlight the various divisions of the publishing/media business.

Glamour Art Department Winter Intern

Condé Nast is offering a highly competitive and educational internship at Glamour magazine in the art department. This internship is for the winter semester interim. Interns can start as early as Monday, December 10, and the internship will conclude on January 25. Candidates should have a keen interest in the multi-media industry and should be enrolled undergraduate students studying at a 2-4 year US college/university who will be able to receive credit for participating in this program. The Intern Program will allow students to gain exposure to the industry and will provide a real-world experience that can be a supplement to classroom studies. Specifically, an ideal Glamour art intern candidate is detail-oriented, an excellent multi-tasker who takes initiative, and a creative individual who is eager to learn about and participate in the work of the art department. Knowledge of Adobe inDesign and Photoshop is strongly preferred though not required. Ideally, an intern will be available to work 3-5 full days per week. All Condé Nast interns will have the opportunity to attend a Seminar & Events Series throughout the semester, which will highlight the various divisions of the publishing/media business.