Call for Artists - Real People 2013

Real People 2013

The Old Court House Figurative League - "Celebrating the Arts through Faces and Figures"

Northwest Area Arts Council
www.naac4art.org
P.O. Box 597
Crystal Lake, IL 60039-0597

Call for Artists

Entry Deadline:
June 30, 2013 11:59PM

On-Line Entry & Application Info:
www.CallForEntry.org
Look for 'Real People 2013' under the show listings
Enter discount code: RPstudent2013 for a $10 entry fee discount

Questions?
RealPeople2013@naac4art.org
or visit www.naac4art.org

Show Dates & Locations:
Thursday, Aug. 8, 2013 - Saturday, Sept 29, 2013
At the Old Court House Arts Center
101 N Johnson St., Woodstock, IL
www.OldCourtHouseArtsCenter.com

Freelance Concept Artist / Character Illustrator

Location: Chicago, IL Posted: May 15

Job Description

This is an onsite freelance position lasting up to two weeks. There is the possibility of full-time employment following the assignment. You must be able to work regular business hours on-site in Downtown Chicago (Merchandise Mart) or you will not be considered. Please don't apply unless you can meet these requirements.

Job Summary:
Industry’s leading global product-based marketing agency is recruiting a talented character illustrator/ designer who has creative flair and a passion for design. Candidate must have attention to detail and can produce stunning illustrations & renders!

Candidate must have minimum 2 years experience in creative industry and be able to work onsite from 9am to 5pm M-F for the next two weeks.

Skills Requirement:
• Talented and fast at sketching. Ability to visually express ideas and character concepts clearly and quickly.
• Must be an exceptional illustrator and possess rendering skills.
• Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign.
• Experience with premium items, toys, and kid-themed work a plus.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work at times, while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritizing skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects to meet tight deadlines.

Application Process
If you have that creative flair and the ability to produce dynamic designs, please submit resume and links to your online portfolio by responding to this post. Also include your hourly freelance rate. No telephone calls please. We employ a three-step hiring process: 1) Review applications and respond within 3 days; 2) Top candidates will be selected to do a creative brief; 3) Hold an in-person interview. This position will be filled within one week.

We will only be responding to those candidates we have interest in interviewing. We thank all others in advance. All responses will be kept strictly confidential.

Maxx Marketing
Maxx Marketing Inc. is a fully integrated global product-based marketing agency, with expertise in custom design and execution of consumer products for promotional, retail, and brand marketing. We are a dynamic entrepreneurial agency with a diverse Fortune 500 client portfolio. Maxx has regional offices in 13 key markets, and an operation headquarters in Hong Kong.

Maxx Marketing is a WPP Group company (www.wpp.com) and affiliate of Ogilvy & Mather, JWT, Y&R, Grey Worldwide, MindShare, Mediaedge, Millward Brown, and other industry leaders.

To learn more about Maxx Marketing, please visit our website at: www.maxx-marketing.com

Application Details

Please send resume, links to your online portfolio, and your hourly rate. Kindly confirm you can work on-site in Downtown Chicago starting next week and for up to two weeks.

For more information, visit http://www.coroflot.com/jobs/47579/Freelance-Concept-Artist-Character-Illustrator