Call for Art - 16th Regional Juried Exhibition

For more info click HERE.

Quetzal Art Fest - Volunteers Needed

Quetzal Art Fest: Program

We are extremely excited to be hosting our first ever arts fest called the Quetzal Art Fest in Pilsen in 13 days, in collaboration with The Resurrection Project and their 25th year anniversary! Below, please find a program for the day of the event, along with workshops and a DJ set hosted by some of Vocalo’s finest DJs.

Be sure to arrive early to watch our muralists and live painters create their masterpieces, which will be donated to local non-profits and showcased at Capital One 360 Cafe. See just a few of the 20+ artists who will be displaying their artwork that day.

Use the hashtag #QFest15 on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook to let us know what you think! Share your photos and let you friends know what you’re up to when you’re with us.

We’re planning on having a great time in the community!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!! Click HERE to register!

12:30pm	Event Kick-off	Welcome to the community!
	Step-and-Repeat “Photo booth”	Photographer will be taking pictures of attendees
	First Workshop	Naomi Martinez will lead a plush doll workshop at La Casa. Sign up here!
	Vocalo DJ Set begins	Featuring Trancid and Carlos Feliciano
2:30pm	Second Workshop begins	Elizabeth Reyes will be hosting a sticker decorating workshop. Sign up here!
3pm	Muralist Announcement	Shout out to those live painters!
5pm	Third Workshop begins	Matthew Silva will be hosting a screen printing workshop. Sign up here!
6pm	Muralist Announcement
	Last DJ of the Day	Guest DJ
7:30pm	Festival Wrap-up	Thank you for joining us!
7:45pm	Group Photograph	Artists and participating individuals
8pm	Clean up begins	Stay and help if you’d like!

Design Internship - Parsons

Be Part of a Global Firm Committed to a Sustainable World

Graphic Design Intern - Chicago

Parsons is one of the world’s largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects, including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons’ expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons has the people and power to move the world.

The Need

Design and create various types of deliverables in a collaborative, engaged, and team-oriented environment. Act as a creative resource, working with lead and senior designers to identify internal client design needs and provide them with creative and dynamic solutions. Collaborate with writers, editors, proposal development, marketing, and virtual design/3D staff. The graphic design summer intern position is based in Chicago, Illinois, within the Core Creative Services Group.

Responsibilities

Individual should be self-motivated and able to follow-through on assignments under the direction and guidance of staff manager, lead, or senior designers. Plan, analyze, and create visual solutions.

Develop graphics for small and large format print and digital media. Design innovative identities for packaging proposals and presentations in print and digital format. Prepare final layout for print and assist with the production process internally or with vendors. Understand brand and the importance of brand standards and be able to apply established standards and formats when necessary. Work well independently and in a team setting. Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Requirements

·         A graphic design major in their junior or senior year of college is preferred.

·         Candidate’s portfolio must demonstrate a good eye for typography, color, composition, and creativity.

·         Demonstrated working knowledge using Adobe Creative Cloud (including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat); or version 6 at the minimum, along with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). A good understanding of print production processes

·         Ability to translate business information into compelling visuals, e.g., infographics, icons, charts, and graphs. Create maps and work with architectural and engineering drawings and information a plus.

·         Additionally, the ability to create and edit web graphics, along with skills in HTML, CSS, Flash, Dreamweaver, and Web design are highly desirable; HTML5 experience is a plus.

·         Strong interpersonal skills; can express and present ideas, listen well, and work in a team environment.

·         Solid writing/proofing skills.

·         Good problem-solving and organizational skills.

Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding, and fun work experience. Join us and become part of an enthusiastic, responsible team that comprises talented professionals who use their energy, innovation, and dedication to deliver vital infrastructure and services to our clients and communities. We provide competitive compensation packages, attractive benefits, and great careers. Parsons is an equal-opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBT

Founded in 1944, Parsons is a globally respected engineering, construction, technical, and management services firm with $3 billion in annual revenues. Our staff comprises a wide variety of disciplines specializing in innovative, alternative delivery methods for transportation, water, environmental, oil and gas, industrial, and government markets, such as cybersecurity. Currently, more than 15,000 Parsons’ employees are engaged in more than 3,000 projects in 50 states and 28 countries. Collectively, we speak more than 80 languages and hold more than 10,800 college degrees and professional registrations. Our employees stand behind Parsons’ core values of integrity, safety, quality, innovation, sustainability, and diversity. We are confident that Parsons’ core values, business model, and team focus create positive career paths for our employees. We are proud of Parsons’ legacy and are highly engaged in achieving future growth and maintaining the strong financial stability of our corporation. Parsons will continue to go anywhere in the world, conquer every technical and logistical challenge, and persevere until the job is done. Parsons. Delivering a Better World.

For immediate consideration, please click on the link or copy and paste it into your browser:

https://parsons.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=30663

Illumivation Studios - Facilities Assistant Wanted

Facilities Assistant

Illumivation Studios is a creative design and fabrication studio. We work with clients to create props, sets, displays, exhibits, and decorations.
Our shop is seeking a part-time Facilities Assistant to work with our staff on cleaning, organizing, and maintaining the shop to ensure fluidity of work flow for artists. The selected candidate must become oriented with the layout of the studio, encompassing the paint, construction, and sculpture departments. This is hands-on position that will enhance staff productivity and safety. Specific duties include:

·         Maintaining a clean workspace

·         Ensuring the proper placement of tools and supplies

·         Ordering tools throughout projects

·         Minor maintenance of facilities

·         General assistant to the staff

·         Other duties as assigned

This is a great opportunity for students and others interested in careers in the creative arts. There may be educational opportunities for basic training on the use of advanced production tools. Starting pay is $9.00 per hour for 10-15 hours per week, possibly more during busy times. We are hoping to fill the position as soon as possible.
To apply, please email a resume along with a short message describing why you would be perfect for this job to careers@illumivation.com. Qualified candidates will be scheduled for phone screenings followed by in-person interviews.