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Currently seeking a freelance Senior Art Director who has a passion for all things comestics!

Senior Art Directors formulate concepts and can lead creatives in executing art direction to be presented to clients. They provide ideas that inspire others and have a great range of art direction styles. Senior Art Directors bring together client needs and strategic insights to produce a breakthrough and award-worthy work.

Responsibilities:

• Concept and art direct with a strong strategic creative sense.
• Craft designs to produce effective broadcast, digital, and experiential campaigns.
• Work closely with all departments as a team player to ensure that the creative needs of your brands are met
• Work with internal and external production partners to execute work for various mediums
• Deliver internal presentations to senior creatives and/or clients
• Develop campaigns from start to finish that are on brand and on brief
• Contribute to and participate in new business pitches
• Mentor junior creative talent
• Find creative opportunities where possible even if they haven’t been assigned.

Key Qualifications:

• Four-year degree is required.
• 4-6+ years of agency or marketing experience
• Strong skill set in conceptualizing, brainstorming, illustration/design, and collaboration to create strategically focused campaigns
• The ability to understand, absorb, and execute on the direction and constructive criticism
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Solid understanding of photography, illustration, typography, and editing
• Experience coming up with strong creative platforms
• Experience managing creative presentation decks

Synergy Interactive

We are currently partnered with a small creative advertising agency based in Chicago that is looking for a Senior Art Director. This is a contract-to-hire position, converting to full-time after 1 month. Candidates must be willing to work full-time on-site in this role and reside in Chicago, Illinois.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure creative consistency across all channels.

Actively participate in the creation of visual assets, including but not limited to digital and print collateral, branding materials, and multimedia content.

Use industry-leading design tools to produce high-quality, visually appealing designs.

Conceptualize and develop innovative visual concepts that align with the brand and marketing goals.

Oversee and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Collaborate with project account managers and other stakeholders to define project scopes and deliverables.

Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a creative and collaborative work environment.

Conduct regular design critiques to provide constructive feedback and facilitate skill development.

Uphold and enforce brand standards in all creative deliverables.

Work closely with the marketing team to ensure the alignment of visual elements with overall brand messaging.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.

Proven experience in a senior art director or similar role at a creative agency

Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects across different mediums.

Proficient in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).

Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Adept at managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously.

Synergy Interactive

We’re currently partnered with an advertising company and we’re seeking a Senior Art Director to join their team. You will be responsible for leading the visual aspects of their projects across digital, social, and print campaigns. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring creative concepts to life and ensuring the delivery of visually stunning and effective campaigns.

**This is a 5 days/week onsite position located in Chicago, Illinois

**This is a contract-to-hire position

**Must have agency experience

Key responsibilities include:

• Conceptualization and Design: Develop and execute innovative and visually compelling design concepts for digital, social, and print campaigns.
• Campaign Development: Oversee the end-to-end creative process for campaigns, from initial concept to final execution.
• Digital and Social Expertise: Stay abreast of industry trends and digital and social media design best practices.
• Client Collaboration: Engage with clients to understand their goals, provide creative insights, and present design concepts.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in an agency environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
• Proven experience as an Art Director, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful digital, social, and print campaigns.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design tools.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and design best practices.

Contract Rate: $50-55/Hr W2

Salary Range: $80-95K

Synergy Interactive

We are currently partnered with a small creative advertising agency based in Chicago that is looking for a Senior Art Director. This is a contract-to-hire position, converting to full-time after 1 month. Candidates must be willing to work full-time on-site in this role and reside in Chicago, Illinois.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure creative consistency across all channels.

Actively participate in the creation of visual assets, including but not limited to digital and print collateral, branding materials, and multimedia content.

Use industry-leading design tools to produce high-quality, visually appealing designs.

Conceptualize and develop innovative visual concepts that align with the brand and marketing goals.

Oversee and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Collaborate with project account managers and other stakeholders to define project scopes and deliverables.

Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a creative and collaborative work environment.

Conduct regular design critiques to provide constructive feedback and facilitate skill development.

Uphold and enforce brand standards in all creative deliverables.

Work closely with the marketing team to ensure the alignment of visual elements with overall brand messaging.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.

Proven experience in a senior art director or similar role at a creative agency

Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects across different mediums.

Proficient in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).

Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Adept at managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously.

Synergy Interactive

Key Requirements:

• Agency experience, ideally 7 years of experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop/InDesign/Illustrator)
• Experience in building slide decks and creative pitch development
• Client-facing skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, personable, and friendly
• Ability to communicate well and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Location Requirements:

• Must be living either in the city of Chicago or close as possible; 5x on-site work but traditional hours M-F.

Trial Period:

• The candidate will freelance for 2-4 weeks as a test run to assess cultural fit and workload compatibility. Conversion to full-time may happen as soon as 2 weeks but no later than Jan 2024.

Industry Restrictions:

• No candidates with a background or work in commercial, TV, film, broadcast.

Synergy Interactive

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Art Director with a proven agency background to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Art Director, you will play a crucial role in driving our creative initiatives, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Leverage your 5-7+ years of agency experience to contribute creative insights and innovative ideas.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) for developing visually compelling assets.
• Demonstrate expertise in building effective slide decks for presentations.
• Showcase your creative pitch experience in client-facing interactions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
• Cultivate a positive work ethic, consistently contributing to a collaborative and vibrant team culture.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant agency experience.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Proven ability to build engaging slide decks and deliver creative pitches.
• Client-facing experience with exceptional communication skills.
• Adaptable and capable of handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive work ethic, personable, and friendly demeanor.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Synergy Interactive

Company profile:

We are an international law firm that serves a broad range of clients around the world in private equity, M&A and other corporate transactions, litigation, white collar and government disputes, restructurings and intellectual property matters.

Position Intel:

We are seeking a seasoned, results-oriented Branding & Creative Services Director to join our dynamic Business Development & Marketing team. The candidate will oversee the Firmwide creative function through ideation, execution and optimization of marketing campaigns and projects. 1 direct report and 4 more indirect reports with various design skills including video and illustration to name a couple with the title Branding & Creative Specialist.

Overseeing and designing print promotions by practice area, recruiting materials, events, internal communications, internal video working with outside agency, collateral, hand in video editing, staff appreciation video (good example). Manage/interface with the website vendor.

Responsibilities:

• Lead its in-house creative agency, working closely with the CMO and other C-suite executives to deliver a consistent brand experience globally
• Manage a growing cross-office team of designers and creatives including one direct report and five indirect reports.
• Develop, mentor and inspire creative team members to conceive and deliver innovative ideas and solutions that advance brand awareness among diverse target audiences
• Evangelize the brand — responsible for the ongoing development and management of brand architecture and visual identity across geographies and practices
• Closely collaborate with the broader, global, cross-functional BD & Marketing teams to develop strategies and execute on marketing and communication initiatives for internal and external audiences
• Oversee the strategy and design of print and digital touch points including video (production + post-production), website and social media, email marketing, microsites, brochures, pitch decks, signage, advertisements, PPT templates, etc.
• Source and partner with creative agencies to deliver world-class media and content to elevate the brand
• Procure and onboard new tools, training, change management, process development, governance for brand initiatives
• Own and administer all aspects of our digital asset management system; collaborate with CRM team on all aspects of email marketing systems/processes
• Manage association memberships/subscriptions – IHAF, AIGA, Brand New, Getty Images
• Provide general creative and brand consulting; serve as brand compliance point for all branded giveaways, building signage, etc.
• Function as a leader within its tight-knit, global PR team as both a strong PR strategist and a hands-on doer. We seek energetic team players who lead by example, are uber-responsive and flexible to handle work as needed outside of standard business hours.
• Requirements:
• 10+ years of experience in professionals services (ideally 15, but open to less if they are a hands on designer with managerial experience)
• Project Management experience in a creative services context
• Design chops is cost of entry -ebb and flow in terms of how much hands on keys, hands on manager position, they will be designing themselves
• Management experience – will manage 1 Marketing Manager direct report, 4-5 indirectly
• Have to be collaborative
• Flexible and can work with many different personalities, interacting with partners and broader marketing group, supports all admin functions of the group
• Professional Services is pretty much a must have, not requiring strictly only legal

Robert Half

Casting Call: “Chicago Fire” Overpass Scene – Drivers with Cars Needed

Job Overview:

A casting alert is now open for “Chicago Fire,” looking for males and females with cars to be part of an overpass scene. We are specifically seeking individuals from Chicago, its suburbs, and surrounding border states to Illinois only.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in the filming of an overpass scene for the television show “Chicago Fire.”

• Drive your vehicle as directed by the production team to ensure a realistic scene.

• Be prepared for a full day of filming, with potential early start times.

• Follow all instructions regarding driving and positioning your vehicle on set.

• Be available for a potential second day of filming if required.

Requirements:

• Gender: Open to all genders.

• Age: Must appear to be in your 20s to 40s.

• Vehicle: Must own a car that is not white, red, or black, with no excessive bumper stickers, rust, or big dents.

• Insurance: Must have valid car insurance.

• Driving: Must be a good driver.

• Location: Must be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois.

• Availability: Must be available for the entire day on Tuesday, December 5th, and potentially the following day.

• Start Time: Must be available for an early call time, potentially as early as 5 AM.

• Filming Duration: Must be available for a standard 12-hour filming day, with the possibility of a longer day.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay will be provided for your time and use of your vehicle.

• Specific rates and any additional allowances for vehicle usage will be disclosed upon selection.

If you meet these requirements and want to be a part of the dynamic and action-packed series “Chicago Fire,” please submit your application. Ensure you include a photo of your car and any relevant details about your vehicle that meet the casting criteria. This is your chance to see your car on screen and be a part of a major television production!

Casting Call: Real Firefighters for Exciting Scene in Upcoming Project

Role Available:

Real Firefighters – Seeking professional firefighters, both men and women, of all ethnicities, for an exciting scene in an upcoming production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as a firefighter in various scenes, as directed by the production team.
• Bring authenticity and professionalism to the role to ensure realistic portrayals.
• Be prepared for a 12-hour shoot day, with the possibility of extended hours.

Requirements:

• Must be a real, trained firefighter.
• Open to men and women of all ethnicities.
• Local to Chicago, its suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois.
• Must be available to work on the specified shoot dates.
• Ability to follow direction and work well with a film crew.

Compensation:

• Rate of $195 for an 8-hour day, plus a $25 specialty bump.
• Overtime will be paid according to industry standards.
• A meal will be provided approximately halfway through the shoot day.

Senior Communications & Marketing Manager @ Fresh Films

Do you want to help Transform the lives of Diverse Youth?

Fresh Films engage teens and young adults in learning film and media skills for future jobs. The programs are supported by donors, are hosted at partner school and youth club sites and are connected to film industry partners who offer internship & job opportunities for our alumni. If you are the type of person who wants to jump in and write, create and execute engaging marketing and communications, then we want to talk with you!

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Fresh Films Managing Director, this position is HANDS-ON. You’ll develop and execute marketing to recruit youth participants into the program – from engaging with school district communications personnel to creating engaging social posts and emails, to coordinating PR, paid media, digital and partner marketing. You’ll also drive and amplify Fresh Films’ recognition as a key player and thought leader in the film training / workforce development & education space through creating brand assets and donor communication reports and assets for use in regional and national outlets.

JOB SUMMARY

• Execute annual marketing & communications plans to promote Fresh Films recruitment, brand and development programs and priorities through use of earned media, social media, paid media, digital media, partnerships, messaging and storytelling.
• Manage the production, writing and design of key internal and external communications that sets the organization apart
• Write clear, engaging mission-focused key messages for a variety of channel applications, including earned media, social media, and direct marketing; and for a range of audiences, including multicultural teens and young adults, educators, donors and industry partners.
• Lead marketing and outreach for youth participant recruitment and engagement
• Lead donor and stakeholder marketing and engagement, including development of Annual Report, program guides, impact reports, and other publications to support or engage with donors and stakeholders
• Execute co-branded partner communications including liaison with high-level partners
• Oversee FF website updates and manage social media platforms, including the creation and promoting of posts. Serve as internal expert to maximize user interaction and conversion. This may include updating SEO, CRM or other tech platforms.
• Manage and Maintain communications editorial calendar for team use for web, email, social & digital media
• Utilize program impact research and media metrics to infuse insights and optimize performance of program messaging and impact
• Supervise and manage Communication Coordinator, marketing interns, and marketing vendors and participate as part of the development team.
• Manage brand use across the organization to including but not limited to office branding, letterhead templates, tshirts and program materials, digital asset library of photos, videos, logos etc
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

A strong marketer with a track record of hands-on communication and marketing/promotion execution across a variety of marketing tactics and media. We’re a small team so big picture thinking in combination with roll sleeves up, hands-on doing is part of the culture.

• 5-7 years of progressive marketing experience working across multiple tactics that go beyond social media marketing
• Nonprofit experience highly preferred
• Multicultural or Youth Marketing experience preferred
• Exceptional skill in written and oral communications.
• Thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment, working across different projects and initiatives simultaneously
• Ability to think big and be hands-on in execution of marketing
• Ability to analyze research and handle KPI reporting
• Ability to create and maintain key contacts within the media, with school and community partner organizations and other industry supporters helping to promote /cross-promote
• Knowledge and skill with Google Ad Words, Social Media, HootSuite or other marketing tools
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism or related field preferred

Compensation

• Full time, 40 hours weekly
• Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 15 days per year for new employees. You also get 12 paid holiday-days off each year, which includes the week between Christmas and New Years
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• 403B plan starting in 2024

Work Environment:

• Hybrid: Some in office, some on-site at Fresh Films program sites, and some from home
• Requires some evening or weekend work and travel to support productions
• Requires travel 1-1.5 days per week (regularly) to local sites and 2-3 days per week (4-8x per year) to visit Fresh Films program sites, regions and offices.
• All non-local travel paid for by Fresh Films

More About Us: Fresh Films creates Emmy-nominated films, TV shows, feature films and documentaries while training diverse youth and young adults in all aspects of production. Our year-round program + on-set experiences (like “Filmmakers Lab” with Reese Witherspoon) offer participants the opportunity to gain skills, confidence and connections to become a pipeline of diverse media-makers and storytellers for rapidly growing high-wage careers. Our career pathway programs run in 30 locations across the U.S. and are supported by major foundations, community, and industry partners. Be part of a team that is democratizing access and opportunity for underrepresented groups to work in the multi billion dollar creative industry! Learn more at www.freshfilms.org

WE ARE A PROUD EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Fresh Films is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity drives us to deliver more valuable and meaningful experiences for clients and employees. That means we not only provide equal opportunity and consideration to all employees and applicants – we welcome it. Fresh Films doesn’t discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

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