Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Monday, August 29, 2016
Teaching Artists - Beverly Arts Center
Visual Arts Teaching Artists | Beverly Arts Center
Beverly Arts Center Outreach Department Seeks Visual Arts Teaching Artists
The Beverly Arts Center Outreach program is now accepting applications for experienced Teaching Artists in Visual Arts to fill immediate positions for the 2016/17 school year and beyond. We are accepting applications from specialists in all areas of visual arts, in particular those with experience working in at-risk communities.
Applications will be accepted now through Sept 9, 2016.
Phone Interviews will be held immediately. In person interviews will be scheduled following phone interviews.
Training will be held at the Beverly Arts Center at 2407 W. 111th St, Chicago, IL 60655.
Program locations are primarily in the city and near suburbs on the south and south west sides.
Hourly pay ranges from $18-$40/hr for instructional hours and from $12-$20/hr for prep hours. Training is paid at a rate of $10/hr pending completion of first 6 classes taught.
OPEN POSITIONS:
- Visual Arts In-School program: Lead Instructor
To fill upcoming position – approx. 12 hours per week ($24/hour, plus prep hours)
- Visual Arts In-school program: Assistant Instructor – Full school year
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45am-2:15pm ($18/hour, plus prep hours)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree or higher.
2+ years teaching in-school or after-school programs in Chicago Public Schools or a similar urban public school environment.
Teaching certification NOT required, but appreciated.
If accepted, applicants will be subject to Illinois State Police and DCFS background checks prior to any program placements.
TO APPLY: Please submit the following via email to Outreach Manager, Carly Bishop at carly@beverlyartcenter.org:
· Cover letter: outlining your classroom management and behavior management strategies and highlighting any
fields/media/techniques/etc. in which you specialize.
· Resume: detailing your relevant experience teaching visual and/or performing arts to youth.
· References: Please include email addresses for three references who can speak to your experience teaching arts to
youth.
· Availability: Please include your availability for the following:
o Phone interview:Please indicate your availability to interview by phone between the hours of 9am and 4pm (we will need approximately 15-20 minutes of your time on one of these dates).
o Teaching: Please indicate your availability to teach Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30am and 4pm
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Monday, August 22, 2016
Call for Art - Illustration
Juried Illustration Exhibition: The Fine Art of Illustration
The Fine Art of Illustration - Entry deadline December 9, 2016 – Juror William Low
Smithtown Township Arts Council seeks entries for juried fine art exhibition “The Fine Art of Illustration” at the Mills Pond Gallery. Exhibit Dates January 21 – February 19, 2017. Juror: William Low. Open to USA artists 18 and older. Prospectus at http://www.stacarts.org/exhibits/show/101or email gallery@stacarts.org. Mills Pond Gallery, 660 Route 25A, St.James, NY 11780. (631) 862-6575. $45/3 entries. Cash Awards 1st, 2nd place.
Smithtown Township Arts Council seeks entries for juried fine art exhibition “The Fine Art of Illustration” at the Mills Pond Gallery. Exhibit Dates January 21 – February 19, 2017. Juror: William Low. Open to USA artists 18 and older. Prospectus at http://www.stacarts.org/exhibits/show/101or email gallery@stacarts.org. Mills Pond Gallery, 660 Route 25A, St.James, NY 11780. (631) 862-6575. $45/3 entries. Cash Awards 1st, 2nd place.
Call for Art - HOME
HOME: A Juried Exhibition
prospectus and application form: https://arcgallery.wufoo.com/forms/home-a-juried-exhibition/
This juried exhibition investigates how home is perceived in a variety of contemporary contexts. Homelessness, routine eviction, migrant work, and the refugee crisis all affect our understanding of home. This exhibition seeks to explore the concept of home in light of these current international and domestic contexts. What does the concept of home mean for the individual and community? This investigation includes, but is not limited to, artistic inquiries of social and cultural identity, economic and political status, gender identity , and ethnic and/or religious heritage.
Exhibition Dates: November 23 - December 17
Opening Reception: Friday, December 2, from 6pm - 9pm
Three monetary awards will be given out for this exhibition: Best in Show and two honorable mentions.
ELIGIBILITY: All mediums and materials are eligible including video and performance for submission. In order to be considered, the artwork submitted must reference the theme "Home.". Due to space limitations no projections or media-based installations will be accepted.
Jurors
Trevor Martin serves as Director of Exhibitions and Associate Curator at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. A multi-media artist, he is also a lecturer in the School’s performance department. Associated with SAIC since 1998, Martin has lead projects that bridge education and creative research involving guest artists, faculty, and students and organized numerous exhibitions around performance and multi-media work.
Asha Veal Brisebois, a graduate student in art administration and policy student at School of the Art Institute Chicago, will serve as co-juror with Mr. Martin, as part of ARC’s educational and mentoring program initiatives.
This juried exhibition investigates how home is perceived in a variety of contemporary contexts. Homelessness, routine eviction, migrant work, and the refugee crisis all affect our understanding of home. This exhibition seeks to explore the concept of home in light of these current international and domestic contexts. What does the concept of home mean for the individual and community? This investigation includes, but is not limited to, artistic inquiries of social and cultural identity, economic and political status, gender identity , and ethnic and/or religious heritage.
Exhibition Dates: November 23 - December 17
Opening Reception: Friday, December 2, from 6pm - 9pm
Three monetary awards will be given out for this exhibition: Best in Show and two honorable mentions.
ELIGIBILITY: All mediums and materials are eligible including video and performance for submission. In order to be considered, the artwork submitted must reference the theme "Home.". Due to space limitations no projections or media-based installations will be accepted.
Jurors
Trevor Martin serves as Director of Exhibitions and Associate Curator at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. A multi-media artist, he is also a lecturer in the School’s performance department. Associated with SAIC since 1998, Martin has lead projects that bridge education and creative research involving guest artists, faculty, and students and organized numerous exhibitions around performance and multi-media work.
Asha Veal Brisebois, a graduate student in art administration and policy student at School of the Art Institute Chicago, will serve as co-juror with Mr. Martin, as part of ARC’s educational and mentoring program initiatives.
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Production Artist - Schawk!
Production Artist
Schawk!
chicago - Illinois - US
Job description
Develops accurate and high quality artwork for basic to intermediate Production assignments to incorporate in final layout for Assembly. Under the direction of the client project team incorporates branding guidelines (e.g. photography, text, legal requirements, etc.) into artwork layout (e.g. packaging, circulars, etc.) per client’s technical specifications.Job Responsibilities
Client Experience
- Attends any client meetings (e.g. pre-production) as necessary.
- Ensures high quality standards in all Production client deliverables.
- Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high quality basic to intermediate level Artwork, effectively using industry standard software, tools, and Print techniques.
- Performs assigned tasks within the overall Production workflow and assigned budget, according to:
- Work order specifications,
- Industry and Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s),
- The Company’s high quality standards, and
- The client’s Brand guidelines and standards.
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Ensures client project team has most current information about the
status of the assigned project(s) by logging and maintaining in project
tracking system (e.g. ONE!) accurate records of:
- Project plan (sub-project or task) information
- Time dedicated to specific project(s)
- Quality issues
- Meets quality standards at all times for all assigned deliverables and makes recommendations to Management for improvements in reports, tools, processes and assigned tasks.
- Creates strong and effective internal partnerships and collaborates across the business; listens and values the opinions of others.
- Is an effective team member; supports the team by pitching in at any level and effectively working across the organization to meet the needs of the business.
- Takes ownership of personal actions and outcomes; encourages and empowers others to do the same.
- Embraces change; maintains an open mind and is flexible and adaptable in the face of ambiguity and change.
- Focuses efforts on achieving SMART objectives aligned to the Company’s Strategic Imperatives.
- Proactively seeks opportunities to increase knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Monitors and pursues upward and lateral growth opportunities to enhance expertise and drive career development.
- Supports Company’s profitability efforts by focusing on and encouraging others on the efficient, accurate and timely completion of the assigned Production activities.
- May perform other duties, as needed, to meet the needs of the business.
Education & Certifications
- Secondary School (e.g. High School) Diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key accountabilities of the job.
- Computer Graphics Certification preferred.
- Experience in Graphics Arts industry (e.g. Design Studio/Agency environment) or related field in manufacturing (i.e. Printing, Pre-Press) a plus.
- Basic knowledge of the Company’s products, solutions and services a plus.
- Basic understanding of the market and business environment that affects the assigned clients as it applies to functional area.
- Basic understanding of effective Print, Photo Studio, and/or Digital production, processes, roles, tools (digital and conventional) and workflow practices and trends.
- Basic to proficient in Pre-media and/or Creative Services and solutions.
- Good people, organizational, and analytical skills (including attention to detail).
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic to proficient Computer Software (SW) Skills:
- Apple Mac equipment and operating systems
- Overall Business SW (e.g. MS-Office Suite)
- Specific Functional SW (e.g. Abode Design Suite, Acrobat plus QuarkXpress; Project Management Software; Agile; or others; etc.)
- Ability to interpret concept and/or brand guidelines through to artwork execution (e.g. digital, photographic, etc.).
- Ability to develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with peers and colleagues in one or more areas of the organization.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal clients and/or external clients (e.g. printers, product manufacturers, service providers, and/or clients).
- Ability to work well in a team environment, with a moderate degree of supervision, to handle a heavy workload, to prioritize work, and to meet assigned deadlines.
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
Production Artist Wanted - Colony Brands
| Requisition Number | 16-0688 |
| Post Date | 7/25/2016 |
| Title | Production Artist |
| City | Monroe |
| State | WI |
| Description | Production Artist Production Artist Colony Brands, Inc. is one of the world’s largest and most successful direct marketing catalog and e-Commerce companies. To support our catalog sector, we are seeking a driven, detail orientated Production Artist to ensure the accuracy of designed files throughout the stages of its development. If you’re seeking a role that has the final say of a catalog layout and ensuring it meets our company standards – this could be the place for you! What You’ll Do In a nutshell, you’ll work with our Production Managers in ensuring the quality of our catalog designs and layouts are meeting our company standards. As a Production Artist you will review final designs and layouts along with suggesting improvements and modifying formats to increase the quality of production. You’ll also be responsible for: • Creating and revising electronic documents while ensuring database integrity • Positioning images, artwork and copy blocks • Utilizing Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop to clean up line art as required for database requirements • Working directly with Art Directors and Production Managers to ensure templates are accurate; recommending changes for ease and accuracy What It Takes We need a Production Artist with who is proficient in Adobe InDesign and enjoys working as team. Ideally you will possess an Associate’s Degree in Graphic or Commercial Art, or 2+ years with Publishing or related experience. In addition, we are looking for: • Strong design capabilities translatable by desktop publishing system • 2 to 4+ years of experience with Adobe InDesign • Moderate knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator • The ability to produce consistent quantities and qualities of output, working through roadblocks and distractions in a fast paced work environment. • Possesses above average communication skills in both oral and written form with legible handwriting. What You’ll Get The chance to work with an organized and driven team who has ensured the quality of our catalogs for this stable, family-owned, people-oriented company since 1926. Colony Brands is not just about growing our profits – We are about giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work. We also offer our employees many great rewards in addition to monetary compensation: • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance • A robust Wellness Program including Onsite Healthcare • Superb Retirement Plans (401K & a company-funded Pension Plan) • Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits • Seven 4-day work weeks in the summer months to give our employees additional time off • Educational Assistance • Company Profit-Sharing • Company Product Discounts • And, so MANY more! The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. |
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Graphic Designer Wanted - Colony Brands
Requisition Number
| 16-0700 | |
| Post Date | 7/29/2016 |
| Title | Graphic Designer |
| City | Monroe |
| State | WI |
| Description |
Colony Brands, Inc. is one of North America’s largest and most
successful direct marketing catalog and e-Commerce companies. Our
company has grown from a premier mail-order cheese company to include a
diverse portfolio of affiliates, brands and products
ranging from apparel to kitchen appliances, while maintaining our roots
as a private, customer-centric business based in Monroe, WI. To support our growing creative marketing division, we are seeking an exempt-level Graphic Designer to join our high energy team. If you are looking for an opportunity to produce well-designed content and have the ability to work within tight timelines on multiple projects simultaneously – this could be the place for you! What You’ll Do At Colony Brands, our Graphic Designers work collaboratively with our Catalog Managers, Art Directors, Production Artists and Product Merchandisers to communicate the catalog’s strategic goals and brand message. Your work will center on creating catalog and retail packaging designs, adhering to design briefs and instructions and creating and revising catalog layouts and photo direction. You’ll communicate daily with internal team members to maintain optimum workflow, communications, and techniques. You’ll also be responsible for:
We need a motivated individual with exceptional design creativity and the ability to communicate as well verbally as you do visually. Ideally you will have an Associate’s degree in Commercial Art, Graphic Design or related field and 1-2 years of experience. In addition, we are looking for:
Colony Brands is not just about growing our profits – We are about giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work. We also offer our employees many great rewards in addition to monetary compensation:
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Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Photo Studio Assistant Wanted - Nicole Thomas Photography
PHOTO STUDIO ASSISTANT
Comprehensive assistant support
for North Shore photography studio including (but not limited to) phone support
for multiple appointments and shoots for high end clientele and product suite;
to assisting on photo shoots, and light cleaning.
The job is dynamic with new
challenges every day. The culture is entrepreneurial and oriented toward
growth. To this end, a successful candidate will be driven and self-motivated
with a committed work ethic.
This position includes some
weekend work.
Photography experience is not
required. Photoshop experience is not required but is helpful.
Studio is a 10 minute walk from
the Metra Milwaukee North line and PACE bus stops
Mac experience required
Demonstrated successful teamwork
Demonstrated organizational skills including multi-tasking, prioritizing, and managing details
Highest skills in phone and email etiquette
Demonstrated work ethic
Demonstrated positive attitude, resilience, and flexibility
Successful experience working children
Demonstrated successful teamwork
Demonstrated organizational skills including multi-tasking, prioritizing, and managing details
Highest skills in phone and email etiquette
Demonstrated work ethic
Demonstrated positive attitude, resilience, and flexibility
Successful experience working children
Proven organizational skills
The hourly wage is dependent on
the experience and availability of the applicant.
To apply, please email cover letter and resume to
info@nicolethomas.com. Applications without a cover
letter will not be considered.
Studio Manager Wanted - Nicole Thomas Photography
Busy boutique portrait/photo studio is
seeking a happy, motivated, highly-organized, upbeat, and super detail-oriented
individual to manage our studio and staff and clients.
Do you love and appreciate photography,
portraiture?
Do you have a knack for sales, a charming disposition, and a high energy level?
Do you have a way with words, both written and verbal?
Are you a creative thinker with the ability to balance details with the big picture?
Are you organized and able to keep others organized?
Can you prioritize tasks and get things done?
Do you have a knack for sales, a charming disposition, and a high energy level?
Do you have a way with words, both written and verbal?
Are you a creative thinker with the ability to balance details with the big picture?
Are you organized and able to keep others organized?
Can you prioritize tasks and get things done?
PLEASE INQUIRE IF YOU:
-Have a great attitude and a likable personality.
-Have an ability to read situations and connect with any and all types of people.
-Have an ability to motivate and manage people in a positive way.
-Have integrity and consistent follow-through.
-Are a quick learner.
-Are a self-managing, innovative thinker, creative person with impeccable organizational skills.
-Have a great attitude and a likable personality.
-Have an ability to read situations and connect with any and all types of people.
-Have an ability to motivate and manage people in a positive way.
-Have integrity and consistent follow-through.
-Are a quick learner.
-Are a self-managing, innovative thinker, creative person with impeccable organizational skills.
POSITIONS RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
-Lead and management staff, independent contractors, vendors etc.
-Scheduling client shoots and ordering sessions
-Conducting and managing sales of photography and frames
-Basic billing and invoicing
-Answering phones, email and client interaction and follow up
-Social media postings
-Direct clients, helping them make decisions about the right type of photo session, and working with them to choose how to display their images.
-Supervise the work of all retouchers on the team. Eventually, working closely to mentor them and develop their skills.
-Album and frame wall layout, design, sales
-A keen sense of design is essential as there is a bit of design in everything
-Overall organization and improvement of systems
-Lead and management staff, independent contractors, vendors etc.
-Scheduling client shoots and ordering sessions
-Conducting and managing sales of photography and frames
-Basic billing and invoicing
-Answering phones, email and client interaction and follow up
-Social media postings
-Direct clients, helping them make decisions about the right type of photo session, and working with them to choose how to display their images.
-Supervise the work of all retouchers on the team. Eventually, working closely to mentor them and develop their skills.
-Album and frame wall layout, design, sales
-A keen sense of design is essential as there is a bit of design in everything
-Overall organization and improvement of systems
TECHNICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS
-Mac user with medium to high level of experience
-Knowledge and basic understanding of MS Office Suite & Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop
-File Maker and ProSelect knowledge would be great, but it's not critical that you know them before you start.
IDEAL APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
-Knowledge of applications that contribute to workflow
-Business Management / Office Management or Assistance Experience a plus
SUPERVISION & MANAGERIAL DUTIES
-Communicates expectations related to photographic quality and customer service
-Responsible for overseeing the coordination of the overall client photography experience
-Mac user with medium to high level of experience
-Knowledge and basic understanding of MS Office Suite & Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop
-File Maker and ProSelect knowledge would be great, but it's not critical that you know them before you start.
IDEAL APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
-Knowledge of applications that contribute to workflow
-Business Management / Office Management or Assistance Experience a plus
SUPERVISION & MANAGERIAL DUTIES
-Communicates expectations related to photographic quality and customer service
-Responsible for overseeing the coordination of the overall client photography experience
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
-High school diploma required; college degree in Visual Arts, Marketing, Graphic Design or equivalent a plus
-Sales experience preferred
-Strong project management, time management and organizational skills a must
-High school diploma required; college degree in Visual Arts, Marketing, Graphic Design or equivalent a plus
-Sales experience preferred
-Strong project management, time management and organizational skills a must
TRAVEL/SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
-Full time, typically Monday-Friday, Aprox one Saturday and two evenings per month is required.
-Must be willing and able to work slightly varied hours to meet deadlines, particularly during our busy season (September – December) or as needed.
-Full time, typically Monday-Friday, Aprox one Saturday and two evenings per month is required.
-Must be willing and able to work slightly varied hours to meet deadlines, particularly during our busy season (September – December) or as needed.
COMPENSATION
Compensation based on experience and skill level. For consideration, please submit salary requirements and cover letter to info@nicolethomas.com
Compensation based on experience and skill level. For consideration, please submit salary requirements and cover letter to info@nicolethomas.com
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