Multimedia Designer Wanted - Apple Leisure Group

Inspire and deliver exceptional value to travelers around the globe as part of the Apple Leisure Group (ALG) team! Our vision is to be the best-in-class and largest all-inclusive resort management and travel services provider, differentiated by the collaboration of our unique resort and distribution brands.

Grow your career as Multimedia Designer within Apple Leisure Group. As the Multimedia Designer you will play a vital role in producing video, digital, and print material that visually represents our brands and effectively tells our story. 

A successful Multimedia Designer will:

• Develop concepts individually or with the team, collaborate with creatives, execute revisions
• Execute and provide graphic design solutions and support that works on multiple platforms including video production, animation, social, website, print, and digital marketing
• Create and/or edit animated and live-action videos of various lengths
• Concept and develop storyboards, visuals and motion graphics and video projects
• Create new and edit existing collateral, footage, and PowerPoint decks
• Evolve with design and video trends to keep graphic content engaging and relevant
• Ensure that brands are maintained consistently across all relative media and assets are produced at the highest professional standards

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable in graphic design, web design, or applicable field
• Minimum 5 years of experience required
• Must have resume and online portfolio for consideration.
• Able to execute a creative vision, as well as understand the communication objective to develop and present creative solutions with minimal supervision; effective time management skills;
• Research techniques relevant to the style and quality of video production and animation sequences. Present storyboards for review and approval.
• Strong design aesthetic and solid grasp on typography, color, and composition
• High level of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects
• In-depth knowledge of video editing and motion graphics
• Understanding of WordPress, HTML and CSS is a plus
• Proficiency in MS office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, and ability to articulate clearly and effectively
• Establish brand identity guidelines for photography and videography design and usage.

About Apple Leisure Group

Apple Leisure Group® (ALG) is the leading North American travel, hospitality and leisure management group with the only vertically-integrated business model, serving travelers and destinations worldwide. ALG consistently delivers exceptional value to travelers and strong performance to resort owners and partners by strategically leveraging the power of its portfolio of brands across five segments, comprising: the largest seller of vacation packages and charter flights in the U.S. for travel to Mexico and the Caribbean, moving approximately 3.2 million passengers annually through well-established vacation brands, brand management of 5-star and 4-star luxury resorts through AMResorts® award-winning brand portfolio; best-in-class destination management services provided by Amstar DMC and Worldstar®, the exclusive  loyalty program Unlimited Vacation Club®; and the innovative technology solutions provider Trisept Solutions®, connecting over 88,000 travel agents with leading travel suppliers. To learn more about the Apple Leisure Group advantage, visit appleleisuregroup.com.

Benefits at a Glance

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package to our U.S. based employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Corporate Wellness Program
• Travel Discounts & Deals
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.

• Full-Time
• Elk Grove Village, IL, USA

To apply: visit https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MAR1015TMTC/JobBoard/e3edc911-163b-4dc3-9d26-503b79f57401/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=3353c1db-1c65-45d8-bf68-1c3e63ee0eb4

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Design and Communications Internships

GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW 

The Graphic Design Internship is a great opportunity for a motivated student to gain real-world experience working in a national law firm doing innovative work on a wide range of criminal justice and social justice issues. The Graphic Design Intern will be based in Chicago but work with other, out-of-state offices.

The internship is unpaid and students are eligible to receive academic credit.

Time Commitment: Position is part time (10-20 hours/week). Schedule is flexible. Position is available immediately.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and enhance the visual identity consistent with organization’s brand guidelines.

Develop and produce graphics for use on the website, social media channels and emails, keeping with graphic design standards, case objectives and branding guidelines.

Create reusable graphics templates for print and digital.

Assist with managing digital asset libraries including images, graphics, videos, and templates.

Collaborate with staff across the organization on graphic design needs.

Assist with any other tasks/projects as needed. 

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Current undergraduate student, preferably in a related field (e.g. Graphic Design, Design Media Arts).

Basic knowledge of art and design.

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.

Understanding of trends and best practices for using graphics to communicate effectively via digital channels.

Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to deliver work product under deadlines


TO APPLY: EMAIL RESUME TO LINDSAY SANDBOTHE IN CAREER SERVICES AT LSANDBOTHE@AAART.EDU.

COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW 

The Communications Internship is a unique opportunity to gain real-world public affairs experience in a national law firm doing innovative work on a wide range of criminal justice and social justice issues.

The internship is unpaid and students are eligible to receive academic credit.

Time Commitment: Position is part time (10-20 hours/week). Schedule is flexible. Position is available immediately.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create content for the organization’s communications channels, including website, newsletter, social media, videos and press materials.

Contribute ideas to the editorial calendar.

Assist managing and leveraging digital platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.

Assist with media and social media monitoring.

Assist with pulling metrics and reports to determine ROI for communications efforts.

Research and apply social media best practices.

Update website as needed.

Attend meetings with attorneys, paralegals and staff as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Current undergraduate student, preferably in a related field (e.g. political science, sociology, criminology, public health, economics, public policy) with a demonstrated interest in criminal justice and social justice.

Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Capability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Passionate about human rights and social justice.

Solid understanding of social media networks.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Office Suite, GoogleDocs and Dropbox.



TO APPLY: EMAIL RESUME TO LINDSAY SANDBOTHE IN CAREER SERVICES AT LSANDBOTHE@AAART.EDU.

Artists Wanted - Jack's Pumpkin Pop-up

Instructors Wanted - Unicoi Art Studio

Unicoi Art Studio is looking for instructors for the new school year.

Pay is $14 an hour for part time work or $30 per 1 hr class as a flat class rate.

Teachers need a car to get to various schools.

To apply: please email resume and link to your portfolio to Lindsay Sandbothe in Career Services at LSandbothe@aaart.edu.

Opportunities for Designers at Sacred Heart

Institutional Advancement Associate

Summary

Title:	Institutional Advancement Associate
ID:	1119
Department:	Institutional Advancement

Description

Title: Institutional Advancement Associate                                                Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Department: Institutional Advancement                                                      School: Sacred Heart Schools, Chicago, IL

Hired by: Head of Schools            

Reports to: Director of Institutional Advancement and Marketing & Communications Director

Company Description

Founded in Chicago in 1876, Sacred Heart Schools at Sheridan Road (Hardey Preparatory for Boys and Academy of the Sacred Heart for Girls) are independent, Catholic, single-sex elementary schools committed to academic excellence within the context of a Christian, faith-based community. The educational mission is deeply rooted in the 200-year tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart and shared with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools located in 30 countries; including 22 schools in the United States. The essence of this tradition is the total development of each child: spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical. Our girls and boys are taught in single-sex classrooms but follow a similar curriculum and share in many activities. With a total enrollment of approximately 700 students, the Schools are organized into three academic divisions each led by a division head.

Position Description

The Institutional Advancement Assistant is a key member of the Marketing and Communications team through creation of collateral for IA marketing, programs and events, as well as planning and executing IA communication strategies in adherence with the Schools’ brand standards. Though the majority of responsibilities support Marketing and Communications, the IA Assistant also provides administrative support to the Director of Institutional Advancement in coordinating and implementing the Schools’ institutional advancement vision. As a member of the Institutional Advancement Team, the IA Assistant attends all departmental meetings and collaborates with IA colleagues on projects that involve shared responsibilities. The Institutional Advancement Assistant projects a positive mission-driven image of Sacred Heart Schools with the general public and with all parties associated with the Schools.

Essential Job Functions – Marketing & Communications:

• Work closely with the Marketing & Communications team to design, edit, and produce collateral (invitations, flyers, brochures, posters, etc.) for all IA programs and events.
• Create and send e-blasts and e-newsletters.
• Assist Student Life team in Marketing & Communications-related elements of Yearbook production.
• Attend and photograph events, as needed.
• Other responsibilities, as assigned.

Essential Job Functions – Institutional Advancement:

• Provide administrative support to Director of Institutional Advancement and leadership volunteers.
• Manage logistics for IA and Major Gifts meetings as needed. Coordinate schedules; issue reminders; prepare materials; coordinate facilities and hospitality; take notes, document outcomes and monitor next steps.
• Work closely with the Development team to assist with gift entry, pledge billings and acknowledgements. Generate reports using Raiser’s Edge and other database and spreadsheet software.
• Schedule meetings with prospective donors and volunteers and with incoming new families. Confirm appointments; prepare donor histories and solicitation/informational materials; provide travel directions. Record meeting notes from staff; coordinate follow up correspondence, including thank you notes; monitor next steps.
• Assist with Advancement events, including Campaign/Major Gifts, Parent Education, Alumni Reunion Weekend and other Alumni Relations events. Prepare invitations and event collateral; manage registration, payment, and participant records; coordinate vendors; attend and staff events.
• Transcribe, write, edit and/or proofread correspondence and communications related to campaigns, major gifts, Parent Education, Alumni Relations events and other Institutional Advancement functions, as assigned.
• Proactively manage prospect research and all files related to Campaign/Major Gifts and other Institutional Advancement areas, as assigned. Research all new families via Wealth Engine, and help inform proper coding, updating rating as needed.
• Manage the daily exchange of campus information and correspondence with the IA Department.
• Implement daily administrative activities associated with the major gifts program and/or campaigns.
• Maintain advancement calendar and records, exercising discretion and confidentiality with information.
• Contribute to the successful organization and development of other fundraising activities and events and assist with overflow work from other IA offices, as needed.
• Fulfilling other responsibilities as assigned by the director of Institutional Advancement and Marketing & Communications Director which are subject to change at any time including to satisfy a reasonable accommodation or for other reasons.

Qualities and Requirements

• Appreciation for and commitment to the mission of Sacred Heart education
• Established graphic design portfolio
• Able to manage details, organize and balance multiple priorities; possesses foresight and anticipates needs within job function
• Self-directed and flexible

• Able to collaborate in a fast-paced and interdepartmental setting

• Even-tempered, even in times of stress
• Keen interpersonal skills, with appreciation for the confidential nature of this work
• Strong communication skills, especially proofreading, editing and writing
• Ability to enter, extract and aggregate data accurately and master new technology with ease
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as necessary
• A bachelor’s degree
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point skills
• Facility with Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically InDesign
• Knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge software preferred
• Experience working in an independent or Catholic school preferred

Sacred Heart Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate.

To Apply visit http://shschicago.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a239ccfhnrr4 

Painters/Drawers Wanted - Simes Studios

FINE DECORATIVE PAINTING STUDIO seeks freelance and possible full-time artist. Artists must have extremely strong realistic painting/drawing skills and mural or faux finish experience is a plus. Reliable car is a must. Should be able to work as a team in a high energy environment with positive, organized and professional demeanor. Please send resume, educational background in fine arts and color photocopies of most realistic 2-D or decorative painting work, along with three references. Indicate preference of full-time or freelance. Chicago area residents only, no exceptions. Send to: Simes Studios, 1809 W. Webster Avenue, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60614. Or you can e-mail to: simes@simesstudios.com. Applications accepted through June 7^th. No phone calls.

Art Instructor Wanted - Insight Fine Art Studio

Insight Fine Art Studio is seeking an instructor to teach in our classes for kids and adults. This is a great position for someone with a flexible schedule. After paid training, you'll start as an occasional substitute teacher, and will be assigned permanent weekly classes on Saturdays (9 to 3 PM) in July. 

As enrollment continues to increase, we will add additional classes that you might teach on a weekly basis. We are especially interested in candidates that have flexible schedules and can fill in on occasion. This position is perfect for a BFA student or recent graduate with a degree in painting and drawing, illustration or a related field. 

The ideal candidate will have: 

-Strong skills in representational painting and drawing. 

-Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 

-The ability to work independently. -A friendly and professional demeanor. 

-A flexible schedule. 

-Experience working with kids preferred. 

Required: Include a link to an online portfolio, or email 3-5 images of your best representational artwork. We teach representational drawing and painting so please send only relevant samples. Please note in your cover letter where you live. Being close to the studio (Skokie) is an important factor for this job. Please discuss your availability.

Contact Info:

Mary Flack

contact@insightfineartstudio.com

 no phone calls or visits to the studio, please.

https://www.insightfineartstudio.com

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Skokie, IL

Insight Fine Art Studio

3905 Howard St., Skokie, IL 60076

(847) 213-0383

insightfineartstudio.com

contact@insightfineartstudio.com

Artist Wanted - Church Painting Restoration

St. James Lutheran Church located on the corner of Fremont and Dickens in the City’s Lincoln Park area is looking for an artist to help restore stenciled artwork behind the church’s alter. The church, built in 1869 is undergoing a number of repairs as we prepare to celebrate our 150th anniversary. 

Help us bridge the past by prepping for the future.

Work would include re-creating the existing repeating pattern stencil and blending new artwork into existing artwork. We will provide a primed surface, paint and ladders. Interested artists reply to Jennifer Larson at jlblarson@gmail.com or 312-560-8856.

Volunteer Face Painters Wanted

Freelance Photographers Wanted - Meero

Calling all students and freelance photographers! Do you love to travel, organize events, or take part in creative communities?

We're Meero, an AI editing company. We work with top clients such as Airbnb and UberEats worldwide. We're currently looking for freelance ambassadors to help spread the word and build a creative community in their respective cities.

• Potential to travel
• Organizing meetups and events
• Manage monthly budgets
• Candidate loves photography
• Candidate is charismatic and outgoing

We're looking for ambassadors in Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle, and Toronto.

To apply click the link below!

https://meero.typeform.com/to/xeQslM

Game Artist - Scientific Games

Game Artist I

Job Description

Game artists are tasked with bringing our games to life by developing eye-catching art for casino games throughout the world. At Scientific Games you will be working with a group of exceptionally talented artists, creating game art for exceptional brands such as: Lord of the Rings, Seinfeld, Wizard of Oz, Wonka, and many more. As part of our Chicago studio you will be enjoying working in friendly environment in the center of the city, with all the tools and guidance necessary to grow in your role here at Scientific Games.

Essential Job Functions: 

·         Create game art for all aspects of our slot games, including symbol art, backgrounds, display art and game animations.

·         Create high-caliber art, maintaining excellent art quality in regard to character design, color theory, layout, text treatment, and animation ability.

·         Continually sharpen artistic abilities through company training, independent learning, and learning from other team members.

·         Continually sharpen software expertise through company training, independent learning, and learning from other team members.

·         Work closely with Senior Artists and Lead Artists, producing high-quality art in an iterative process.

·         Display a high degree of professionalism at all times, accepting critique from team members.

·         Show efficiency in self-managing time with a reasonable degree of accountability and minimal instruction

·         Demonstrate excellent file structure and organization. Create art assets and document all art assets created with minimal mistakes.

Qualifications:

·         Education:   Bachelor of Arts in art/animation

·         Required Experience:  Minimum 1 – 3 years previous experience as an Associate or Core Artist in a production environment

·         Ability to create art and animation for all game aspects (screen layout, symbol sets, etc) with minimal guidance.

·         Understand how to design art for various themes and platforms

·         Excellent drawing and rendering abilities

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·         Proficient in Photoshop, Flash, After Effects

·         Working knowledge of Illustrator, Studio Max or other 3D platform

ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE:

·         Portfolio link (website or blog required for pre-interview) 

·         Samples of sketch work (sketchbook or loose-leaf)

o   Layered working Photoshop, Flash, After Effects, and Studio Max files as appropriate to the position

o   Animation samples if animation is core ability (AVI, Quicktime, or website)

To Apply: Send portfolio (see above)  and resume to Stacy Henner at Stacy.Henner@scientificgames.com

Graphics Specialist - TreeHouse Foods

Job Description – Customer Graphics Specialist, Oak Brook IL HQ

The CGS will manage the efficient, accelerated execution of artwork development projects to align with TreeHouse and Customer strategies. Engage with customers and agencies toward the creation of accurate content and appropriately produced printing artwork files against all timelines and budgets. Demonstrate expertise of products, categories, and print requirements to drive speed to market, reduce redundancy, and minimize inaccuracy.

·         Roles & Responsibilities:

o    Establish execution strategies for the introduction of customer new product launches, line extensions, redesigns, product improvement projects, cost-savings projects, and on-pack promotions.

o    Collaborate with internal and external customers, along with pre-media and print vendors to provide information to complete brand design packaging projects.

o    Review and approve artwork to ensure accuracy and compliance with corporate, industry, print (offset/Flexo), government regulations and retailer guidelines.

o    Execute packaging graphic projects against established TreeHouse procedures, objectives, timing, and financial commitments in specified systems and tools.

o    Review, approve, and process cost estimate and invoices related to artwork development projects.

o    Identify and support areas of technical and process improvement, SOP creation, and inter-team training.

o    Support team members to create value for the TreeHouse organization.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

o    Strong project management, time management, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills a must.

o    Knowledge of Offset, Flexo, and Gravure printing.

o    Knowledge in FDA, USDA and UPC compliance a plus (knowledge base across all categories).

o    Highly organized and detail oriented.

o    Self-directed, self-starter with the ability to motivate team members and be proactive

o    Familiarity with both Mac and PC platforms.

o    Working knowledge in PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

o    Navigational knowledge of Adobe software.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree Required – Graphic Communications/Print Technologies

Minimum Experience Preferred:

o    Minimum of 3 years related graphic/printing experience and/or private label, consumer package goods experience.

Travel Requirements: Less than 5%

Salary: Starting in the high $50k's

To Apply: Email resume and link to your website to Lindsay Sandbothe in Career Services at LSandbothe@aaart.edu.