Call for Artists - Evanston Art Center

The 21st Evanston and Vicinity Biennial

The 21st Evanston and Vicinity Biennial, one of the Midwest's largest and most prestigious juried exhibitions, is receiving submissions from artists in a wide range of ages and artistic specialties. This year's juror is Shannon Stratton, the Founder and Creative Director of threewalls gallery in Chicago.

The Biennial runs from August 12 to September 9.The submission deadline is June 4.

The Evanston Art Center prefers, whenever possible, that applications and digital images are submitted online. If necessary, however, you can print a prospectus and application for mail-in CD submissions.

Graphic Design Opportunity - McGraw-Hill

MHHE-EDP has an opportunity for a Designer. The Designer will be responsible for the design of interiors and covers of our 2- and 4-year college textbooks and their related support materials (CD ROM packaging, video packaging, etc.). This position is located Burr Ridge, IL.

 

Essential Accountabilities:

• Responsible for providing high quality, contemporary interior text designs on our "B" and "C" priority 1-, 2-, 4, and 5-color textbooks.  Prepare accurate and detailed interior design specifications for the interiors of 1-, 2-, 4-, and 5-color textbooks.
• Responsible for providing high quality, contemporary cover designs on our "B" and "C" priority textbooks.  Prepare electronic cover mechanicals and review printer proofs for accuracy and quality.  Develop, design, and review cover designs with Sponsoring and Developmental Editors, Marketing Managers, and Director of Design for approval.
• Responsible for working with Sponsoring and Developmental Editors, Project Managers, Productions Supervisors, and Marketing Managers to develop, design, and produce a product that is suitable for the market.
• Consult with editorial, marketing, and production departments on specific design requirements and limitations.
• Monitor project progress.  Review galleys, page proofs, and all other stages of proof on priority titles. Attend press checks on 4/5 color interiors as requested by Director of Design.
• Management of outside freelance designers.  Work with freelance designers to develop cover and interior designs.  Prepare written interior design specifications for the interiors of 1-, 2-, 4-, and 5-color textbooks.  Responsible for maintaining or improving schedules, controlling freelance design budgets, and monitoring quality of work.
• Manage outside freelance illustrators and photographers.  Responsible for maintaining or improving schedules, controlling freelance design budgets, and monitoring quality of work.

 *Multiple opportunities are available*

 

Qualifications

 

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design and 1-2 years equivalent related work experience.
• Excellent knowledge and application of design, typography, layout, and color.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Be able to work in a self-directed team environment and possess excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure, prioritize multiple tasks, be self-motivated and directed.
• Complete knowledge of 1-, 2-, and 4-color printing processes.
• Knowledge of Macintosh computers and the following software preferred: Photoshop, Freehand, and QuarkXpress.

About the Company

McGraw-Hill Higher Education (MHHE) is a part of McGraw-Hill Education.  MHHE is a leading technological innovator, as well as a provider of traditional learning materials, to the higher education market.  Our professional publishing operations provide essential information and expert guidance in business, education, consumer, medical, scientific, and technical fields.
 

McGraw-Hill Education is leading the charge to empower students and prepare professionals by launching the next generation of educational tools and resources. 

 

We created Planet Turtle, a K-5 social network for children and brought GradeGuru to life; a learning platform launched by the Higher Education Group which brings traditional study groups to the social web. Our award winning product, Acuity® InFormative Assessment™, delivers instructional resources to prepare students for district and state exams. McGraw-Hill's acclaimed suite of Access-branded digital learning platforms literally placed surgical procedures in the hands of doctors through the ingenious use of the iPhone. Award winning Connect is a web-based, assignment and assessment platform. It provides a new learning experience that meets the needs of students and instructors today.

 

Be a part of the exciting developments that are bringing knowledge and technology together and help us create a smarter, better world.  McGraw-Hill Education is a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies.

 

The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP) is a Fortune500 corporation with over 20,000 global employees and over 10,000 U.S. employees. Around the world, McGraw-Hill provides people with the information and insights they need to adapt and grow in changing times. Our business spans the fields of financial services, education, and business information with leading brand names such as Standard & Poor's, McGraw-Hill Education, Platts, and J.D. Power & Associates. By working together with our customers and partners, these brands are laying the foundation for a smarter, better world.

 

The McGraw-Hill Companies is an equal opportunity employer. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. For special accommodation due to disability, please email webmaster -at- mcgraw-hill.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate individual.

Summer Job Opportunity - Wisconsin Badger Camp

Wisconsin Badger Camp

Wisconsin Badger Camp is located on 680 acres of rolling land overlooking the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers ten miles south of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Badger Camp is located one hour south of La Crosse, one hour north of Platteville, and two hours west of Madison.

Wisconsin Badger Camp's staff is as important to the campers as the activities or the natural surroundings. Staff members are carefully selected for their understanding, patience, experience and personal commitment to the campers as individuals. Over 60 paid staff, including healthcare, dietary and counselors are hired each summer. In addition, a physician is available via phone 24 hours a day. All staff will attend a weeklong training workshop prior to the first week of camp.

Badger Camp serves individuals with developmental disabilities, ages 3 - 93. No camper is turned away due to the severity of his or her disability. The average staff ratio is one staff member for every two campers.

The majority of all summer positions are residential. The typical workweek starts at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday and ends at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The 2012 Summer Employment season runs from June 1-August 18, 2012

Benefits

• Salary PLUS room and board
• College credit possible
• Possible paid training for additional certifications
• Form friendships that last a lifetime
• A summer that you will never forget

How to Apply

• Download and print an application or contact us and we will mail one to you
• Complete application and mail to us
• All applications will be considered and reviewed
• Complete interview process
• References will be checked
• Positions offered to qualified applicants

Applicants for all positions at Wisconsin Badger Camp are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability.

Arts and Crafts Specialist

Responsible for planning and leading activities in your program and participate in all areas of the general camp program. Education or experience in the program field is required. Experience with special needs is helpful but not required. 

 Visit HERE for more information.

3D Summer Job Opportunity - ID Gaming Academy

Game Designers Wanted To Teach Game Design To Teens!
Share Your Passion For Game Design!
Juniors, Seniors, and Recent Graduates Wanted For Summer Job In Game Design Education!

If you are a college junior/senior in a related field, a recent college graduate, or already a professional looking for a change of pace, we’d like to introduce ourselves.

Who we are:

iD Gaming Academy

Imagine a summer living, dreaming, and breathing game design with teens as passionate about the field as you are. Prove that gaming is more than a hobby and help your students gain a competitive edge for college and future careers. Immerse them in game creation, help them build a portfolio, interact with industry professionals on a studio tour, and even play in gaming tournaments. All while getting paid! Instructors wanted for courses including Level Design – Unreal® Development Kit, Programming for the Xbox 360®, Game Development for iPhone® & Android™, 3D Modeling and Animation with Autodesk® Maya®, and more! Teach small (guaranteed max 8:1), personalized, two-week classes at some of the most prestigious universities across the country.

Where we are:

iD Gaming Academy is held at Stanford, Harvard, Emory, Villanova, the University of Denver, Vassar, TCU, and Lake Forest College (in the Chicago area).

What we are looking for:

We are looking for dynamic individuals who are passionate about the field and eager to impart knowledge in a fun and hands-on learning environment. Ideal candidates will have professional experience in the field or should be close to completing a degree in game design. Experience working with teens or teaching experience is preferred.

What’s in it for you?

What if you could get paid to do something fun AND bulk up your resume with applicable skills? Here are just some of the reasons you should spend the summer with us:

1. Networking - Smart, experienced people work here. You’re smart, we’re smart. It sounds like a match. Here’s your chance to broaden your professional and social network with hundreds of other techies, gamers, and designers.
2. Competitive Pay – We hire the best, and pay for it. Former and current iD instructors have worked for companies such as Disney®, Blizzard®, and Bethesda®.
3. Your Resume Deserves It - What better way to prove your expertise to a potential employer than by being able to write curriculum and teach industry standard software?
4. Being A Mentor Feels Great– These teens are miniature versions of you. They too dream of becoming a pro game developer, software engineer, or game designer. These young grasshoppers have much to learn from you.
5. You Never Know Who You Might Meet – Our programs cater to high profile clients. Our teens have parents that work for companies like Google and Microsoft. Here’s your chance to impress them.
6. References – You do good work, we’ll say nice things about you.
7. Travel Opportunities – Our locations are all over the country!

If those reasons aren’t enough for you, remember that you get PAID to share your passion about video games, participate in networked gaming tournaments, tour a gaming studio, and spend your summer with awesome people. Admit it. It’s an enticing offer.

We only accept online applications so, while you’re here browsing the internet, why not take the first step towards a great summer? Apply here.

Internship Opportunity - American Greetings

Title: 2012 Summer Internships - Creative
Division: AG Interactive
Department: Creative
Location: OH, Cleveland - World Headquarters


American Greetings, the world's largest publicly owned producer of greeting cards and related social expression products, is looking for energetic, motivated and highly talented design students to participate in our Summer 2012 Internship program at our World Headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio.

The 10-week (40 hours/week) summer internship program, commencing in mid-June, offers an opportunity to work on live projects, attend educational workshops, participate in networking activities and enjoy social events with other interns, associates and corporate leaders.

This is a paid internship and housing will be provided for non-local interns.
Visual Communications students who are in their junior/senior year must apply on-line no later than April 1st , 2012.

Application resumes must include a URL to an on-line portfolio which should represent your full range of aesthetic and design ability.

Please choose those design samples that best demonstrate an emotional or expressive content.

American Greetings is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and a drug-free workplace. 


Apply HERE

Internship Opportunity - Cappex

PAID DESIGN INTERN at Cappex.come

We Make College Search Simple

Great company.  Important work.  Great benefits.  Over 3 million students.  Used by 1,600 colleges.

What We Do: At Cappex, we help students find the right college – much simpler and easier than anywhere else. Our revolutionary approach allows students to be sought by colleges across the country, and our comprehensive college profile data, unique admission chances tool and student reviews help students find their perfect college fit. More than 3.2 million students are connecting with 1,600+ colleges every day on Cappex, with thousands more signing up every day.

The Role:  We’d like you to spend 10-20+ hours a week in our office, assisting our in-house designer in print, web and email design. You’ll start you off tackling updates to our existing materials, but we’re hoping you can branch-out into applying our design guidelines to new projects, and then ultimately tackling new creative initiatives.  Either way, despite being a paid internship, you can also expect to come away with some work for your portfolio as well.

The Ideal Candidate:   You’re smart and talented. You have your own ideas, but you take direction well, even when you disagree.  You’re easy-going, you mesh well with our designer.  Above all, you help him get more done.  You’re a fast, efficient hard worker.

Required Skills:

-          Graphic Design:  We prefer someone who is actively enrolled in a college program focused on the arts, though that’s not a firm requirement.

-          Photoshop: Nothing too crazy- most of their work there would just be arranging things, resizing logos and positioning design elements that have already been created.

-          InDesign:  Again, nothing huge. Just the ability to update and manipulate documents, and to make some from scratch following our existing templates.

-          Knowledge of HTML: Especially in regards to HTML emails.  Anything more than that is a huge plus.

-          An understanding of print/web design standards.

Other Beneficial Skills:

-          CSS:  To help with web development, it would have great if you have a strong knowledge of the basics of CSS. You don't need to be a CSS3 expert- you just need to know the box model and the little in's and out's of CSS hacks and browser support. Experience dealing with IE7 would be a plus.

-          Photography:  We occasionally have some photography projects, so it would be great to have someone who can conduct portrait and location shoots.

-          Voice-Over or Acting:  We’re always looking for help in producing content for our YouTube channel.

-          Video Editing

More about Cappex:  We got our start in 2006 and we're off to a raging success. We have opened a new downtown technology office in the west loop (Jefferson St), within easy walking distance of all CTA and Metra lines.  The team here is first rate-full of bright, talented, fun and friendly people who have a passion for helping students.
Cappex is a great place to work – full of bright, energetic people who are genuinely friendly and fun to work with. Please see our full list of available jobs at: http://cappexcollegesearchmadesimple.jobscore.com to refer your friends.

To Apply:  Please submit a resume and also include a cover letter that tells us how you stack-up to the position we've described and shows us a bit of your personality.  A cover letter is very important to us.    All applications will be kept confidential. We appreciate all interest, but will only contact those applicants with whom we wish to proceed further.
Note:  Cappex is not currently working with any placement firms for this position.  Please apply directly even if the firm tells you, "they know someone at Cappex" (or something similar).

Apply HERE

Internship Opportunity - McGraw-Hill

Design Intern - Spanish & English Bi-lingual-02082012-CHI 

Description

McGraw-Hill School Education, the leading provider of print and digital educational materials for Grades PreK-12, is looking for a Design Intern in Chicago, IL. 

McGraw-Hill Education and Apple are opening a new chapter in Education. This partnership brings a new kind of textbook that's dynamic, current, engrossing, and truly interactive. Check out our interactive iBooks here: McGraw-Hill Education iBooks for the iPad

As a Design Intern you will have the opportunity to:

• Work with design team to assist with preparation of design materials for prototypes, meetings and presentations
• Assist image team in researching viable art/photo/styles.
• Participate in the design conceptual processes for covers, screens and interior print page layouts
• Participate in the conceptual design processes for digital product to include user interface, storyboard development/functionality
• Hands on execution of production tasks such as composition, Photoshop manipulation/effects, preparation of final files
• Participate in the execution of designs for print and digital product
• Evaluate illustrations, layout/ designs for visual effectiveness and production compatibility
• Adhere to schedule for assignments

The Design Intern will be working on a Spanish Reading program

 

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited College or University
• Bi-Lingual Spanish/English required
• Must be a Design or related major
• Proficient in Photoshop, InDesign5.5 (and/or Muse) and Illustrator
• Proficiency in PowerPoint & Flash and HTML5
• Organized and ability to multi task.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment

DO MORE

McGraw-Hill School Education is a leading innovator in the development of 21st century teaching and learning solutions for K-12 education markets. We offer traditional and digital instructional, assessment, reference content and tools for teachers and students that address critical areas in primary and secondary education. We are focused on improving student learning outcomes while promoting digital innovation.

The mission of The McGraw-Hill Companies is to create a smarter, better world through our people, products, and our work in our communities. We are making sure our customers get the information they need to succeed. People who work here want to make sure that happens and see the positive impact of what we do in education. If you possess the above qualifications, and are dynamic, motivated, and passionate about educational publishing, please apply through our online system. 

The McGraw-Hill Companies is an equal opportunity employer. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. For special accommodation due to disability, please email webmaster -at- mcgraw-hill.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate individual.

  

Schedule

 Full-time

Primary Location

 US-IL-Chicago

Job Type

 Production & Design

Organization

 School Education Group

Corporate Brand

 McGraw-Hill Education

Apply HERE

Call for Artists - Heroes and Icons

CALL FOR WORK: Heroes & Icons!

Deadline: 

2/29/2012

Call for entries!! Artists! Students! Come one, come all!

Submit your work to be displayed in the Yollocalli gallery for the show UNDERGROUND KINGS: HEROES & ICONS!

 

Paintings, drawings, poems, installations, NEW MEDIA, photographs, performance, and anything else on the theme.  

Email an image or attach a copy of your work to whitney@nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org or bring it in person to Yollocalli at 1401 W. 18th Chicago, IL 60608 (M-F 9am-7pm)

 

 
 

Contact Information

Contact Name: 

Whitney Ross

Contact Email: 

whitney@nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org

Contact Information: 

1401 W. 18th St.
Chicago, IL 60608
Google Map

3D Internship Opportunity

3D Artist / Animator I (Intern)

Studio Rendering, Inc.

Location : 

5015 W. Lawrence Ave.
Suite 203
Chicago, IL 60630 (Map it!)

 

Contact :

Fracella Chavez

Phone :

(312) 878-5888

 

Description Do you think you have what it takes to be a 3D Artist? Do you have the stamina to work into the way hours of the night? Can you manage 10+ projects? Can you manage your time well? Do you think you can model an image faster than our senior artist? If you answered Yes to all of these questions, then read below.

Studio Rendering, inc. is accepting applications for openings as a 3D Artist / Animator I (intern) in our Chicago, IL office. The position is a Part-Time Entry Level position with amazing growth opportunities: Candidates may have little or no working experience. Candidates must have some schooling in either VFX, Digital Media Arts or any Fine Arts.

*** Please DO NOT apply if you are a freelancer or expect to continue to work as a freelancer ***

Studio Rendering offers a great employee package. For full time employees receive paid vacation, access to healthcare, Simple IRA (401K) with partial match.
About Studio Rendering, Inc.

 Studio Rendering, Inc. is an award winning 3D Computer Graphics and Interactive Media studio, specializing in State of the Art Cinematic Animations, Photo-Realistic Renderings and Engaging Web Interactive tools used by Architects, Ad & Creative Agencies, and Product Developers.

Contact Info: To Apply, please send your resume and sample of your 3 best images in a “.jpg” format to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]

 RequirementsWe are looking for someone who has an artistic eye and is not satisfied with standard animations or still renderings. Not being afraid to experiment with different techniques, plug-ins, and theories to make animations and renderings even better. Applicant must show aptitude for communication and must be able to work well in a team environment.

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of AutoCAD
• Good feel for composition and imagery 
• Expert level of understanding of 3DsMax
• Must have a high level of realism
• Architectural or Fine Arts background preferred but not required

Phone calls will NOT be accepted for this job posting. All submittals will be kept confidential.

Apply here.

Graphic Design Internship - Red Frog Events

Red Frog Events

Graphic Design Guru

Internship

Red Frog Events is seeking tremendously talented and creative folks for our Graphic Design internship. Graphic Design Gurus will plan and create designs for our three nationwide running series: Great Urban Race, Beach Dash, and Warrior Dash. Not only will you be creating wonderful designs, but you will also take part in the exciting day-to-day activities of a growing business in our one-of-a-kind office.

Our Motto:
Creating fun and extraordinary events through innovation, creativity and top-notch customer service, while laughing all the way.
The Breakdown:
At Red Frog, we want to be the best and we embrace change. We love new ideas and creativity, and are constantly striving to be better each and every day. We’ll do whatever it takes, whenever it’s needed, in order to get the job done. Our workhorse hustle is what makes us so successful and unique.
With that being said, we match all of our work with equal amounts of play. The more fun we’re having, the more productive we are, so we cause plenty of ruckus and tomfoolery. We have dress up days, volunteer days, field trip days, and then days filled with things you haven’t even heard of yet! We also have a Camp-themed office complete with slides, tree houses, and tricycles.
Who We’re Looking For:
Good-hearted, wacky, creative people from all backgrounds! At Red Frog, we’ve found that genuine, positive, good-hearted people make great co-workers, so that’s who we hire. Everyone who comes through Red Frog is passionate, caring, and sharp as a tack.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Illustrator
• Experience with Flash is desired, but not required
• Available to work 40 hours a week

Job Perks

Free meals after 7:30 pm
Free Red Bull, snacks, candy
Unlimited vacation days 

 

Apply for this job

 

Note: Please submit your cover letter, resume and work samples (links acceptable)

Internship Opportunity - Jennifer Norback Fine Art Inc.

Jennifer Norback Fine Art, Inc.

Internship Opportunity:

jennifer norback fine art inc
217 west huron
internship one day a week/unpaid
someone is needed on fridays

send resume to me (Cindy Bernhard)
cindybernhard@gmail.com