Photographer needed

Looking for a photographer for a commercial shoot (print/advertising photos like you might see on a Nike billboard ad). 
Project will  be a mixture of urban oriented/athletic oriented shots.  Some outdoors, gym, or studio shots. 
Looking to collaborate ideas for athletic/casual/urban print ads. 

Email Jon Bruce at  bruce215@ymail.com

Installation Opportunity at Chicago Art District showPODs

Aart installation opportunity for Chicago artists at the Chicago Arts District. We have 7 street front window spaces available as interconnected  'showPODs' (each approximately 16' wide and 6' feet deep) that display installation art and feature a new project each month. Installations should fill all 7 spaces and interconnect them. These showPODs are to be viewed from the sidewalk and get tons of viewing traffic in the diverse and historic Pilsen East Chicago Arts District. This is an unique opportunity for artists and curators to make a statement through art installation and experimentation; we've had 16 innovative installations already and we are looking forward to continuing the project.  

For more information, please see the call for entry: http://chicagoartsdistrict.org/pdf/2011ShowPodEntry.pdf I have attached some samples of past projects.

To get a sense of what goes on at the Chicago Arts District, please visit us online at http://www.chicagoartsdistrict.org or on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Arts-District/129719941706

Sophia Posnock, Intern

Chicago Arts District

1945 S. Halsted St.

Chicago, IL 60608

312-738-8000 x 105

info@chicagoartsdistrict.org 

Graphic Artist

Palatine Public Library District (Public Library)
Deadline for applications: September 20, 2011
Job Description: Part time opportunity for a creative and energetic graphic artist. Primary responsibilities include providing graphic design and innovative ideas to support the production of various printed flyers, brochures, signage, and posters using Adobe software (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign); providing graphic support for the web, maintaining digital art and project files, installing and creating decorations for various holidays and programs, and providing art services for all departments and branch locations. Schedule is 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Benefits include prorated time off and IMRF. Please submit a cover letter, resume and employment application to employment@palatinelibrary.org.
Full/Part Time & Hours: Part Time - Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Requirements: Expertise typically acquired through completion of college level coursework in a Graphic Design Program or equivalent. Minimum one year current related experience required. Working knowledge of digital design, personal computers, Internet, and graphic arts software applications including Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. See www.palatinelibrary.org for complete job description.
Salary: $14.94 per hour

Palatine Public Library District
700 N. North Court
Palatine, Illinois 60067
http://www.palatinelibrary.org

Design and Graphics Assistant

Lincoln Park | Full-time | 12-15 per hour

Reports to: Design Manager
Hours: 30+
Pay: $12-$15 per hour based on experience
Email Resume to: hdhdesignassistant@gmail.com
Window Covering and Fabric Company seeking Design & Graphics Assistant. Creative, detail-oriented individual. Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Must have an eye for composition and color, communication, writing and proofreading skills. Interest in surface textile arts and photography a plus. Dynamic, fast-paced environment in West Lincoln Park location.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to;
• Maintain & organize digital artwork files for all new product launches, including both textile fabric and digital programs
• Coordinate art and design file transfers between studio & suppliers
• Work with & Customize complex layered Photoshop files for in line collection and custom projects as needed
• Design & execute layouts for all new product collection launches including both marketing materials and sales collateral under direction of Design Manager
• Execute graphic art layouts for all new collection sampling materials
• Maintain website information on all new product launches; images, and specification information
• Assist Design Manager in surface pattern work for print, woven and digital products
• Maintain design software & hardware functions for design studio
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Problem solving skills; Creative and analytical
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivation and teamwork skills
• Professionalism
• Dependability & Punctuality

Call for Artists

Explorations: New Works by New Artists

The September, The Art Center Highland Park will be hosting

"Explorations: New Works by New Artists,"

a juried exhibition of emerging artistic talent in the region. This call for entry is accepting submissions until the August 1st, 2011 deadline. 

 

The exhibition will run from August 26th - September 24th, 2011.  

Open to all artists ages 18 and older. Must be original works created by submitting artists in the last 5 years. All mediums except film and video are eligible. The exhibition will be in TAC's Fireplace Gallery.

Cash Prizes! 1st Place: $500, 2nd Place: $250, 3rd Place: $100.

 

Contact Information

Contact Phone Number: 

(847)432-1888

Contact Information: 

The Art Center Highland Park - Explorations
1957 Sheridan Rd.
Highland Park, IL 60035

http://theartcenterhp.org/

Logo and Graphic Design

Freelance/Contract/Temp

Artist Wanted: Logo and graphic design for promotion of a new special event Like Bike Ride and Celebration in Wicker Park, Bucktown and Logan Square.
First Annual Like Bike Ride and Celebration will celebrate pedal power pride on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011, with a ride up Milwaukee Ave. from Wicker Park thru Bucktown ending by the Logan Square Monument . This is a recreation and informative event for cyclists of all ages and levels. The First Annual Like Bike Ride and Celebration is an opportunity for engaging, sharing and educating about bike safety and mechanics, food and body health and the arts.
The Like Bike Ride and Celebration is a family oriented recreation event:
• to share the joy of cycling
• to engage local merchants, institutions, arts and culture in sustainable neighborhood activities
• to celebrate the unique character and history of three neighborhoods • to share artistic talents in a bike   parade.
Deliverables: Logo Design and Style Sheet Components:
• Style sheet components including typeface;
• Colors: Should look good in b/w and 2/4 color;
• Images: bicycles. . ..Unicycle/tricycle/bicycle (shows breadth of skill and age) family, urban setting that reflect the joy of cycling;
• Applications: banners, mobile web app, T-shirt, Facebook, Twitter, posters printed/digital media;
• Audience: families, cyclists of all ages, artists, local merchants, community organizations, institutions, governmental agencies.

Reply to laura@nnwac.org with a link to your portfolio.

Skills & Qualifications: 

Graphic Design, production experience, portfolio of work

Contact

Near NorthWest Arts Council nnwac@nnwac.org

Acme Art Works
2215 W North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
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Organization Description: 

The Near Northwest Arts Council (NNWAC) is a non-profit, artist-driven organization, founded in 1986, dedicated to:
. making, exhibiting and performing creative work
. designing and building affordable creative communities
. meeting the cultural needs of a diverse and vital urban community
NNWAC offers studio, workshop and performance space at reasonable rates to
artists, writers, educators and social activists. For the schedule of events
subscibe to: acmeartworks@gmail.com
 

Laura Weathered

Contact Email: laura@nnwac.org

Contact Phone Number: 773 278 7677

http://www.nnwac.org

PRODUCTION DESIGNER

Vosges Haut-Chocolat (www.vosgeschocolate.com) is currently looking for a talented and skilled PRODUCTION DESIGNER. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for the following:

Will report directly to the CEO/Owner and Product Development Manager. He/she will perform design changes, proofreading, pre-flight and preparation of files prior to printing. Complete small scale design requests from Wholesale, PR, web and retail departments. Image retouching, compositing and color correction. Organize and maintain image library. Assist other business units in locating photos and navigating the image library. Learn about vendor relationships and begins to work closely to insure the success of each design. Assist with photo shoots, including coordinate and organize. The candidate MUST work enthusiastically, respectfully and collaboratively with other Creative Team members and the Product Development Manager. Proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is required. Univeristy Degree or equivalent in Graphic Arts a real PLUS.

Qualified candidate's should apply to: www.jobs@vosgeschocolate.com.
Please include a coverletter, resume and salary requirements.