The latest listings from all spectrums of the Creative Industry:

Art Director for Rokkan (New York, NY)

Rokkan, New York, is looking for an Art Director. An ideal candidate is someone who is looking to step-up as an Art Director from a Senior Design position, or someone looking to join a new team from a previous role as AD.

• 5+ years (combined) digital agency experience as Senior Designer and/or Art Director.
• Ability to produce works from concept to delivery, working closely with a Creative Director.
• Proven portfolio comprised of campaign, e-commerce, experiential and portal works for major brands.
• Strong concept, presentation and client-facing skills.
• Strong design, compositing, illustration (hand-drawn/digital) skills.
• 3D/motion sensibility.
• Creation of style-guides.
• Well versed in web technologies, best practices, emerging media and marketing.
• Experience in pitch-work.
• Fast and efficient.
• Must be a team player and outgoing. Personality is paramount.

Potential candidates must live in the New York Metro area. Please send samples/portfolio and resume to jobs@rokkan.com, with the job title in the subject line. No recruiters or phone calls please.

Contract Photographer (Downtown Los Angeles)

2–3 month Contract

Online fashion retailer seeks full-time contract on-site photographer to shoot high-volume online catalog.
Position is scheduled for a 2-3 month contract with the potential for a FT hire at the end of contract.

We are looking for self-motivated candidates with the following qualifications:

• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Efficient with time management and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal/people skills; ability to establish and build strong communication with other departments
• Ability to collaborate with others and take direction
• Positive team player
• Interest in fashion is a plus

Required Skills:

• Background in photography
• Experience with directing models
• Experience with strobe lights and Canon systems
• Experience with shooting tethered to a computer
• Experience with image processing
• Must be proficient with Mac and PC, Adobe Software
• Ability to troubleshoot lighting and software issues

If you are interested please email resume and salary requirements with the subject line of “Contract Photographer”.

Email: job-bx5k3-2313094741@craigslist.org

Full Time Graphic Apparel Designer (Downtown Los Angeles)

Are you an amazing graphic designer with experience in the apparel industry? If so, then we want you to join our team on a full time basis! We are a cross over brand that appeals to many people, so you will be designing for some of the top department and specialty stores - Bloomingdales, Urban Outfitters, etc... These are trend driven stores, so your style needs to be highly versatile and continually evolving and changing, and it helps if you have your finger on the pulse of what's actually trending in the marketplace and in culture. This position requires the ability to manage your time wisely as this is a fast paced business with tight deadlines and you will be expected to produce salable ideas and art without a bunch of hand-holding.

If you are interested please email us with your resume, and samples of your work. Please also include your salary history. Your compensation will be competitive, and we offer full benefits after 90 days.

Email: job-zd4wu-2311277517@craigslist.org

Freelance Illustrator for Lakeshore Learning Materials (Carson CA)

Lakeshore Learning Materials is one of the premier manufacturers of educational materials for early learning environments and elementary programs around the country. A multi-channel distributor with a dedicated sales division, plus catalogs, websites and over 50 store locations nationwide, Lakeshore has experienced continuous growth since its inception in 1954.

Our fast-paced Art Department located at the company’s Carson headquarters is seeking freelance illustrators to work onsite as we create innovative designs and illustrations for our products and product packaging. Ideal candidates must be able to take direction and transform complex information into effective visual solutions—both on time and within budget. In addition to possessing a variety of illustrative styles and techniques, applicants must be able to sketch a blue line and convert sketches into vector artwork.

We’re looking for motivated self-starters who possess a high degree of personal accountability, a clear sense of ownership, and the ability to adapt to change quickly in a deadline-driven environment. Collaboration is a hallmark of product development at Lakeshore, so strong communication skills and the ability to convey design ideas are key to success. If this sounds like you, contact us right away!

Requirements:

· Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite*

*Mandatory skills testing applies

· Ability to build technically sound files quickly and according to established guidelines

· Solid understanding of printing and production processes

· Ability to prioritize and multi-task in order to meet simultaneous demands

· Flexibility in schedule in order to meet hard deadlines

· Minimum 2 years professional experience

Education/toy/child entertainment industry experience preferred

This is your chance to work with a talented staff in a fun, high-energy environment! If your experience and skills match our needs, apply online at http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=LAKESHORE&cws=1&rid=169. Please include a web link or PDF of your portfolio. To learn more about Lakeshore Learning Materials, visit us at www.lakeshorelearning.com. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Young Agency located on the West Side in Los Angeles is looking for a rep who can take their business to the next level. Must have the ability to attain new clients as well as maintaining current client relationships, who is passionate about photography and have strong aspirations for a career in the industry. Would prefer someone who can get commercial and editorial work.

Potential candidates should be focused, goal-oriented, self-motivated professionals who posses excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Previous experience as an artist’s rep is a must. Looking for a rep who has a passion for the job with a strong desire to grow within the company.

Responsibilities

•               Handle all the artists and their portfolio, comments and updates

•               Keep Content current in the agency website by staying in touch with IT/ Web department

•               Scout artists such as photographers, directors and illustrators.

•               Develop sales opportunities by sourcing production, live showcases and events, and online networks and communities (Facebook, etc)

•               Build and maintain strong relationships with the artists

•               Work closely with major client account to book a job

•               Participate in weekly team meetings

•               Have fun, make money!



Requirements

•               highly self motivated / self-starter

•               goal and team oriented

•               must be organized

•               positive attitude and great work ethic

•               high ethical standards and integrity

•               strong networking and relationship building abilities

•               excellent communication skills

•               strong marketing skills

•               prospecting and closing skills



Qualifications:

Must have at least 2 years experience as an Artist’s Rep

Must own a personal Mac laptop computer.

Please email your resume with your references and a cover letter to artistrep.losangeles@gmail.com