ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR (CONTRACT 1 YEAR)
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Sharp Website
JOB DESCRIPTION
Contempo Media is a Toronto based publishing group that houses 3 publications: S/, SHARP & BFM). The art department is currently seeking an Associate Art Director who can support all 3 publications and work in close proximity to the art and editorial team. The associate will help brainstorm, design, produce and execute presentations for the sales team. We are looking for someone who is professional, positive, flexible and has an over-achieving attitude towards any given task.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates please forward your resume, portfolio, and a few words of intent. Only candidates who have included a portfolio will be considered.
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Please indicate: Associate Art Director | Contempo Media
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support designing pages for S/, SHARP, BFM as well as decks for Contempomedia Sales
- Brainstorm and photo research with the art and editorial team to conceptualize vibrant editorial photography
- Photoshop knowledge: Clipping paths, making web base images for social media and web stories etc.
- Support in proofing digital images, and ensuring that all layouts are clean, pre-flighted, and well prepared for pre-press
- Shadow and support on figure and off figure photoshoots for S/, SHARP & BFM
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 2 years at a design studio/publication/similar field
- Strong interest in fashion, magazines and design
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills are a must
- A self starter who constantly identifies opportunities for creative problem solving and who does not need much direction
- Proven project management skills with ability to prioritize, organize their own time, and consistently meet internal and external deadlines
- Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Indesign, Illsustrator), Powerpoint, Figma is a plus
- A portfolio which illustrates excellence and great attention to detail in page design, typography, editorial packaging, and production skills
- Illustration, video, motion graphics and retouching skills are a bonus
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