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Director of Photography / Los Angeles Magazine
Los Angeles magazine is seeking an experienced, creative, and collaborative Photography Director in our Los Angeles office. The Photo Director's responsibilities will include idea collaboration, planning, and executing the magazine's photography. We are looking for a highly collaborative individual who enjoys new challenges and the art of magazine making. You will pitch and produce top-quality photo shoots, including fashion and photo-journalism, as well as oversee the research of stock photography. You will work in conjunction with editors and art directors to make a visually exciting editorial product. You will hire photographers to help bring a fresh eye to the diverse content and pages of Los Angeles magazine. You will set up and produce all photo shoots-- which include booking studios, photographers, models, and stylists--as well as keep on budget and maintain the monthly Art budget. The ideal candidate is: • An expert in presenting people, lifestyle, food, and fashion images that tell the rich visual story of L.A. • Strong with conceptual photography, has a creative spirit and "Can Do" attitude. You will need to have the ability to match the right photographer with assignment to reflect the tone and content of the story • Highly organized and has a flexible, open approach to work and collaboration • Communicative, with a clear approach to keeping editors and art directors updated on the status of photos • Connected to professional photographers in L.A. but also keeping an eye out for new talent • An explorer of LA. Whether it's a hot new restaurant, a concert at the Hollywood Bowl, or an art show at LACMA you should be invested in diving into L.A.'s culture • A brand builder: The monthly magazine is just one part of the Los Angeles brand. You have a desire to make great photographic content not just for the magazine, but you will work closely with the digital team to create the digital visual look and feel of our brand • Well-versed in digital interactive design • Experienced in working with production and pre-press to ensure color correction and great looking final images • Has an up-to-date knowledge of photo and image best usage practices for social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook • Detail-oriented in relation to getting all pertinent information for captions and creditsWinter 2017 Art Intern
Looking for a WINTER 2017 Art Intern, starting January through March. Assist Design Director and Art Directors in our busy art department to develop our award winning monthly city magazine. Layout design, photo research, typeface research, illustration research, idea conceptualization, photo retouching, photo shoots, department organization, etc. are examples of daily tasks. Intern will also attend staff meetings. This is an unpaid internship but can receive school credit if needed. Free parking.Fall 2016 INTERN - Los Angeles Magazine
Looking for a FALL 2016 Art Intern, starting late August through December. Assist Design Director and Art Directors in our busy art department to develop our award winning monthly city magazine. Layout design, photo research, typeface research, illustration research, idea conceptualization, photo retouching, photo shoots, department organization, etc. are examples of daily tasks. Intern will also attend staff meetings. This is an unpaid internship but can receive school credit if needed. Free parking.Seeking Paid Graphic Design Intern
Vital Findings (www.vitalfindings.com) is an innovative consumer research firm in Los Angeles dedicated to making research as creative as it is analytical. We are a team of creative, entrepreneurial researchers focused on bringing the tools of design, management consulting, and innovation to our research. Our mission is to elevate the market research profession beyond just delivering reports and PowerPoint bullets, allowing researchers to actually enable business action. The intern will work on the team responsible for creating designed deliverables: illustrations, reports, videos, and infographics. He/she will also be involved in designing marketing materials and web graphics. The internship is a full-time (35+ hours per week), paid ($20/hr) position for the summer months. As with all Vital Findings projects, our work is intensely collaborative and the intern will be an integral part of our company team, contributing to brainstorm sessions on other projects, helping to organize training and staff development. Qualification • 2016/2017 grad or with 1-3 years professional experience; Please include GPA on resume (overall and within major) • Deep intellectual curiosity and a passion for lifelong learning • Familiar with PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office Programs • Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite • Well-rounded portfolio showing a variety of print and digital design examples • Highly organized with attention to detail • Experience with photography, video editing and motion graphics a plus Responsibilities: • Create data-visualizations and infographics to succinctly communicate variety of information • Support multiple teams with presentation decks, project deliverables and marketing materials Please send your resume and portfolio site link (or a pdf with 3-5 samples) to informationdesign@vitalfindings.com. Use Information Design Summer Intern_Your name as email subject.Seeking Graphic Design Freelancer
Vital Findings (www.vitalfindings.com) is an innovative consumer research firm in Los Angeles dedicated to making research as creative as it is analytical. We are a team of creative, entrepreneurial researchers focused on bringing the tools of design, management consulting, and innovation to our research. Our mission is to elevate the market research profession beyond just delivering reports and PowerPoint bullets, allowing researchers to actually enable business action. We are looking for a freelancer that we can rely on during busy periods. The freelancer will augment the design team on a per project basis; responsibilities would include creating designed deliverables such as illustrations, PowerPoint reports, videos, infographics, web graphics, marketing materials etc. Freelancers will be paid an hourly rate, determined by their level of experience and design quality. Qualification • 2+ years professional experience • Experience designing in PowerPoint • Familiarity with other Microsoft Office Programs • Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite • Experience with photography, video editing and motion graphics a plus • Well-rounded portfolio showing a variety of print and digital Information design examples • Highly organized with attention to detail Responsibilities: • Design PowerPoint reports that are client-ready • Create data-visualizations and infographics to succinctly communicate variety of information • Support multiple teams with various ad-hoc project deliverables: questionnaire graphics, PowerPoint templates, etc. Please send your resume and portfolio site link to informationdesign@vitalfindings.com, with Design Freelancer in the subject head. Please include an example of a PowerPoint deck you have designed.Summer Data Visualization Intern
The intern will work on the team responsible for creating designed deliverables: diagrams, illustrations, PowerPoint reports, videos, and infographics. He/she will also be involved in designing marketing materials and web graphics. The internship is a full-time (35+ hours per week), paid position for the summer months (June - August). As with all Vital Findings projects, our work is intensely collaborative and the intern will be an integral part of our company team, contributing to brainstorm sessions on other projects, helping to organize training and staff development. Responsibilities: • Create data-visualizations and infographics to succinctly communicate variety of information • Support multiple teams with presentation decks, project deliverables and marketing materials • Assist in the creative development of collaterals and communication materials such as white papers and written case studiesAssistant Art Director
Production 03.31.16
Winter/Spring Internship
Looking for a WINTER/SPRING 2015 Art Intern, starting mid to late December through late April. Assist Design Director and Art Directors in our busy art department to develop our award winning monthly city magazine. Layout design, photo research, typeface research, illustration research, idea conceptualization, photo retouching, photo shoots, department organization, etc. are examples of daily tasks. Intern will also attend staff meetings. This is an unpaid internship but can receive school credit if needed. Free parking.Graphic Designer
Clique Media Group is seeking a full-time Graphic Designer who will lead the production of daily content for one of our properties: MyDomaine. This person will be responsible for overseeing and executing the typographic and retouching needs of the Editorial department. The ideal candidate will work closely with Editorial Art Director to implement and create designs that fit the Editors' needs and also stay true to the site's aesthetic. Responsibilities include: create inspiring, on brand typographic layouts and graphic solutions for MyDomaine's Editorial and Social Media teams, retouch and color correct imagery under tight deadlines, complete special projects and duties when assigned, may occasionally work on sister sites WhoWhatWear.com and Byrdie.com, oversee, mentor, and approve the work of interns when necessaryLos Angeles Magazine Art Intern
Looking for a FALL 2015 Art Intern, starting mid to late August through late December. Assist Design Director and Art Directors in our busy art department to develop our award winning monthly city magazine. Layout design, photo research, typeface research, illustration research, idea conceptualization, photo retouching, photo shoots, department organization, etc. are examples of daily tasks. Intern will also attend staff meetings. This is an unpaid internship but can receive school credit if needed. Free parking.Freelance Art Director/Lead Designer
Southern California-based fashion & lifestyle magazine seeks an experienced freelance Art Director/Lead Designer (potential for transition to staff position in near future). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: - Design and layout of a quarterly ~200 page publication, as well as special issues - Prepare files for printer - Work collaboratively with editor in chief, with the design work performed primarily remotely, along with weekly in-person meetings in Los Angeles, San Diego or Orange County (applicant must be located in or near one of these areas) - Potential expansion of duties in the near future to become a staff position, which would add responsibilities such as assisting in conceptualizing print content from start to finish, including overseeing photo shoots, as well as overseeing the design of digital content and other assets QUALIFICATIONS: - Must have experience in editorial design (preferably fashion and/or shelter) - Bachelor's degree preferred - Advanced Adobe Creative software skills - Modern & innovative design aesthetic - Mastery of typography - Eye for photography - Familiarity with and interest in fashion, interior design, architecture, art - The ability to work independently, while being receptive to feedback - Ability to meet strict deadlines - Consistent attention to detail - MUST BE LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES OR ELSEWHERE IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (this is a firm requirement, so please do NOT apply if you're not in Southern California)Assc. Art Director
This is an entry-level contract and paid design position for those looking to get experience and a foot in the door. The Assistant Art Director will report to the Art Director and Executive Editor and be primarily responsible for the creation, construction, and digital adaptation of the advertorial content for four product guides--buyer's guide, apparel guide, resort/heli guide, and holiday gift guide. During the development of the advertorial catalog pages, they will be expected to maintain consistent contact with the respective editors appropriate for that content to ensure that all the brands/resorts are meeting the project guidelines of the catalog pages. In addition, they will supply the sales team with updated PDF proofs of the advertorial pages for the clients to review and approve after no more than three separate revisions. They may also be asked to help out with various random projects as they arise during the production season. The Assistant Art Director must possess the following technical and personal skills: - Strong practical understanding of the Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Indesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) - Excellent communication and organizational skills - Working knowledge of clipping paths and image preparation techniques for print and web output - A good understanding of typographic, print, and web design theory - A sterling attitude and work ethic The ideal candidate will also possess the following skill sets: - Excellent understanding of information design, relationships, and hierarchies - Strong illustrative and logo design skills - Inquisitive observation skills and a keen mind for alternative solutions - Passion for graphic, print, and web design - A love of the outdoors, mountains, snow, and skiing (or snowboarding) This is a contract position and the selected candidate will receive payment upon completion of each stage of the project.Art Director
POWDER Magazine is seeking qualified applicants for the following position: • Art Director: Full-time position based in Carlsbad, CA. Start date May 4, 2015. Job Description The Art Director works as the visual director for the POWDER brand, combining hands-on graphic design and brand stewardship to ensure all products and visual aspects are on-brand. The position collaborates with the editorial team, sales and marketing, and the events department. The Art Director will provide the following duties, but not limited to: • Designing across all print and digital channels including magazine, online, events, social media, email, mobile, and video. • Laying out pages of the magazines, presenting the words and images in a way that is easy for readers to digest, with high-visual impact. Often with tight deadlines. • Working with prepress department packaging ready pages through the process, proofing pages before sending to print. • Designing compelling magazine covers. Collaborating with the Photo Editor and editorial team to ensure the package is compelling and has newsstand appeal. • Designing concept and branding for Powder Awards. • Developing brand identities from concept to design for all the POWDER franchise projects. • Designing brand promo products including shirt, hats, ETC. • Designing collaborative pieces with POWDER brands. • Supervising contributing illustrators and graphic designers. • Developing standards, systems and best practices for content design. Experience Requirements: • Previous experience in digital and print design, preferably with a monthly publication, is required. • Three to four years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • BFA in Graphic Design or bachelor's degree in Arts/Graphic Design or equivalent knowledge base. • Knowledge of prepress workflows desired. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Experience with creating compelling visuals for different target demographics. • Expert level skill at all Adobe Create Suite applications. • Clear articulation of brand direction behind each design project. • Able to manage editorial schedules and deadlines within corporate and ongoing campaigns. • Expertise with developing creative solutions in a variety of campaigns, and working with a brand identity. • A willingness to embrace change and to adapt strategies on the fly. • Ability to learn the latest platforms, technology tools, and marketing solutions through partnerships. • Knowledge of (or eagerness to learn about) skiing culture and nuance desired. Equipment/Software Used: • Required software knowledge: Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge and Acrobat. Salary: • DOE Resume/Cover Letter: Please submit resume and personalized cover letter to POWDER Editor John Stifter at john@powder.com. NOTE: International candidates must hold a valid U.S. working permit.Graphic designer
Scripps College is seeking competitive bids for the design of our college magazine, which publishes three times per year (fall, winter, spring). The deadline for this RFP is October 22, 2014. Our plan is to select a firm that will be prepared to begin working with us on the spring magazine, which publishes in March.Graphic Design Internship - Flaunt Magazine
Flaunt's art department is looking for a self-motivated, passionate design intern to start immediately. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) supporting the art department in the following areas: Optimizing files for web content on Flaunt.com, photo editing for Flaunt.com, curating content for social media outlets including Tumblr and Instagram, event preparation, research, pitching ideas for design strategies and creative concepts, proofing final copies of layouts for print, designing invitations, event materials, newsletters, mockups for advertising clients, and other in-house materials as needed. Exceptionally gifted interns who demonstrate a strong work ethic and a good grasp of Flaunt's visual language will have the opportunity to design magazine content. Ideal candidate should: Have an academic focus in graphic design, be proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and have experience with WordPress and CSS, have exceptional typography skills and a fundamental understanding of graphic design (as well as a love for Flaunt's content,) be highly motivated, eager to learn as well as contribute, have sharp attention to detail, and be capable of working well in a fast-paced and environment.Designer
U-T San Diego is seeking an up-and-coming page designer with at least 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 Designer
Digital Designer Location: Los Angeles, CA PMC is looking for a digital designer in our Los Angeles office to create cutting-edge designs across our editorial brands. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of web design and production experience and is capable of solving day-to-day design tasks with creative solutions that will have a positive impact on the organization. The Digital Designer must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with product, development, editorial and other departments to implement better design solutions across our brands. You must be a creative thinker, detail-oriented, confident, and able to express ideas in an articulate, well-thought-out manner. Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines is a must. Responsibilities: • Interpret user behaviors and analytics in order to improve UX/UI with new features and design solutions • Create detailed wireframes and concepts for development • Active participation in research and strategy discussions with product managers and stakeholders • Present concepts in various stages of completion to large and small groups • Manage your time wisely and keep the team up-to-date • Work closely with development and engineering teams to translate, implement, and safeguard the design integrity of prototypes and final products • Guide and participate in the testing process to interpret user feedback, usage data, industry trends, etc. • Stay current on design and web trends and educate others on best practicesLos Angeles Magazine Art Department Intern
Looking for a FALL 2014 Art Intern, starting immediately. Assist Design Director and Art Directors in our busy art department to develop our award winning monthly magazine. Photo research, typeface research, illustration research, layout design, mocking up concepts, photo shoots, etc. are examples of daily tasks. Intern will work closely with staff and learn how the magazine gets made every month. -Must be enrolled in an accredited school. -Must have some InDesign and Photoshop skills. -Must be a Graphic Design major. -Internship is unpaid but can receive school credit. -Please email Annie Hong at ahong@lamag.com with your resume and samples of design work or link to portfolio. Phone interview or in person interview will be scheduled. 323-801-0063.Junior Designer
U-T San Diego is seeking an energetic and creative junior page designer to join the newsroom design team. You must have college, internship or other previous design experience working on a newspaper, magazine or other publication. You should have good interpersonal skills and be comfortable collaborating with multiple departments in a fast-paced environment. Duties will include designing covers and inside pages for news as well as features sections. Must be flexible with schedule, including working night and weekend shifts.Designer at new Palm Springs magazine
PalmSpringsStyle.com is launching a new print magazine this fall, geared toward the modern visitor to and resident of Palm Springs: design-conscious, fashion-forward, well-traveled professionals and creatives who appreciate the history of Palm Springs as Hollywood's playground during the 1950s and 60s and the unparalleled concentration of mid-century modern architecture and design, as well as the current "renaissance" of the area with events like the Coachella music festival and the influx of well-designed hotels and chef-driven restaurants. We are working with a great printer and distributor who produces most of the top independent magazines in the US and Canada. We are seeking a designer to assist with all facets of the magazine design and pre-production. The ideal candidate would be located in Palm Springs area, but we know that the odds of this are (very) slim, and therefore we are open to considering individuals located elsewhere in Southern California (Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, etc.) who can work remotely the majority of the time with the ability to come to Palm Springs for periodic meetings/workdays. Freelance to start, on a per-issue basis. Requirements: - Experience designing magazines and/or other publications, with a passion for publication design - Fluency in InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator - Familiarity with pre-press standards - Modern design aesthetic - Eye for typography - Ability to adhere to deadlines - Good communication skillsDesign Intern at Flaunt Magazine
Flaunt's art department is looking for a self-motivated, passionate design intern to start immediately. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) supporting the art department in the following areas: Optimizing files for web content on Flaunt.com Photo editing Curating content for social media outlets including Tumblr and Instagram Event preparation (moving boxes, loading materials, picking up necessary equipment, etc,) Research Pitching ideas for design strategies and creative concepts Proofing final copies of layouts for print Designing invitations, newsletters, mockups for advertising clients, and other in-house materials as needed Exceptionally gifted interns who demonstrate a strong work ethic and a good grasp of Flaunt's visual language will have the opportunity to design magazine content. Ideal candidate should: Have an academic focus in graphic design, be proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and have experience with WordPress and CSS, have exceptional typography skills and a fundamental understanding of graphic design (as well as a love for Flaunt's content,) be highly motivated, eager to learn as well as contribute, have sharp attention to detail, and be capable of working well in a fast-paced and environment.Flaunt Magazine Art Department Internship
Flaunt's art department is looking for a self-motivated, passionate design intern to start immediately. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) supporting the art department in the following areas: Optimizing files for web content on Flaunt.com, photo editing for Flaunt.com, curating content for social media outlets including Tumblr and Instagram, event preparation (moving boxes, loading materials, picking up necessary equipment, etc,) research, pitching ideas for design strategies and creative concepts, proofing final copies of layouts for print, designing invitations, event materials, newsletters, mockups for advertising clients, and other in-house materials as needed. Exceptionally gifted interns who demonstrate a strong work ethic and a good grasp of Flaunt's visual language will have the opportunity to design magazine content. Ideal candidate should: Have an academic focus in graphic design, be proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and have experience with WordPress and CSS, have exceptional typography skills and a fundamental understanding of graphic design (as well as a love for Flaunt's content,) be highly motivated, eager to learn as well as contribute, have sharp attention to detail, and be capable of working well in a fast-paced and environment.Assistant Product Photo Editor
* Help post-produce and edit photoshoot images for our clients. * Assist the Head Photo Editor in projects and tasks * Must be proficient in Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom * Must have an available computer or laptop to work off * Must make sure to meet all deadline * Must have flexible hoursASSISTANT VISUAL DESIGNER, CONSUMER RESEARCH
Vital Findings seeks a recent design school graduate with a multi-disciplinary background to join our Visual Design Team as an Assistant Visual Designer. The ideal candidate will demonstrate their talent in designing complex information graphics as well as a passion for creatively displaying data visually. Creativity and ambition are a must - the research designer will constantly be asking: 1) how can our research results and insights be illustrated in the most meaningful and compelling way, and 2) how can we incorporate new information design techniques earlier in the analysis phase of projects. As with all Vital Findings projects, our work is intensely collaborative and the designer will be an integral part of our research and design teams, contributing to brainstorm sessions on our research projects, helping to organize training and staff development, and helping to pioneer new ways of communicating complex information. For more about life at Vital Findings, visit: http://vitalfindings.com/careers/life-at-vf. Responsibilities: • Design and format visual storytelling research reports • Create infographics, visual frameworks, process maps, personas, etc. to succinctly communicate complex information • Support multiple teams with presentation decks, project deliverables and marketing materials • Assist in the creative development of collaterals and communication materials such as white papers and written case studies • Videography/Photography/Art Direction/Video editing for qualitative studiesVariety is looking for a Photo Editor
Photo 09.05.13
Los Angeles Magazine Art/Design intern
Looking for a FALL 2013 Art Intern, starting mid to late August. Assist Design Director and Art Directors in our busy art department to develop our award winning monthly magazine. Photo research, typeface research, illustration research, layout design, mocking up concepts, photo shoots, etc. are examples of daily tasks. Intern will work closely with staff and learn how the magazine gets made every month. Must work at least 2 days a week, preferably more days and consecutive days. Must have some InDesign and Photoshop skills. Must be a graphic design major. Please email Annie Hong at ahong@lamag.com with your resume and samples or design work or link to portfolio. Phone interview or in person interview will be scheduled. 323-801-0063.Junior Designer
U-T San Diego is seeking an energetic and creative junior page designer to join the newsroom design team. You must have good interpersonal skills and be comfortable collaborating with multiple departments in a fast-paced environment. You should have college, internship or other previous design experience working on a newspaper, magazine or other publication. Duties will include designing covers and inside pages for features as well as news sections. Must be flexible with schedule, including working night and weekend shifts.Video Researcher (Freelance)
The Video Researcher will play a key role as a dedicated resource for finding and maintaining video/film. This role is perfect for someone with a keen eye for photography/film and excellent organization skills. The ideal candidate is passionate about all things art and is familiar with a wide array of photographers, directors, video/image resources, and research techniques. The researcher should have excellent communication skills, great follow through, and be willing to spend each day going through footage searches. Responsibilities: o Concept, research and secure the best video. o Assist creative department in tracking down the best footage for their specific spots, and search for general videos to add to library in between spots. o Take the lead in building out and managing the agency's video library. o Work quickly on multiple assignments under tight deadlines and roll with last-minute changes. o Be able to determine and evaluate quality and reproduction potential of images. o Generate a large and varied network of vendors and supplies, including stock, photographers, Apple's library, etc. and negotiate fees. o Ability to understand our aesthetic and the nuances of what we're looking for in each project.Features Designer - U-T San Diego
U-T San Diego is seeking an energetic and highly creative features designer. You 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 an independent, sometimes unconventional, thinker who can take input from all sides and form integrated and creative design solutions. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment that demands adaptability and flexibility.Design Intern
FLAUNT Magazine is seeking a graphic design student for a non-paid, college-credit internship in its Los Angeles-based Art Department. The intern will assist in the daily workflow of the magazine. Duties will include: updating layouts, maintaining layout wall, minor imaging work, and some design. Candidates should have a strong interest in magazine publishing, good working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. A commitment of 2 days a week is required, from 10 am to 6 pm (flexible).Design/Editing Internship, Variety
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