AIB Internships & Competition

The Coaster Project, Destination: The World

Ten years ago TransCultural Exchange's launched one of the largest democratic, global art projects in the world: 'The Coaster Project, Destination: The World'.

For that project, more than 99 artists transcended geographical, political and cultural boundaries to stage 99+ exhibitions throughout the world. Afterwards, all 10,000+ art works were given away in the guise of "coasters" at bars, cafes and restaurants.

To celebrate, TransCultural Exchange will stage a 10 year anniversary exhibit and give-away of 'The Coaster Project, Destination: The World' at Toronto's '2012 Culture Works Festival,' which is part of the BIG on Bloor Festival. The original "Coaster Project" artists have already been asked to contribute; and, we would like to add to that roster.

If you would like to participate, please send a coaster sized artwork (4"x4" or 10cm x 10cm) to:
TransCultural Exchange
516 E. 2nd Street #30
Boston, MA 02127
ATTN: Mary Sherman

Coasters MUST arrive no later than July 10, 2012. Please include your mailing and email address with your submission; so that we can send you updates on the project.

All coaster/artworks will be exhibited and all coasters will be given out at the festival. Festival-goers can take one; and/or make one of their own for someone else to take. In addition, TransCultural will print out cards, explaining the original project.

The front of the card will say:
TransCultural Exchange's
10th Year Anniversary
of
The Coaster Project, Destination: The World

The back of the card will say:
Ten years ago TransCultural Exchange's launched one of the largest democratic, global art projects in the world: 'The Coaster Project, Destination: The World.'

Between March 9 and May 19, 2002, 99+ artists transcended geographical, political and cultural boundaries to stage 99+ exhibitions throughout the world. Afterwards, all 10,000+ art works were given away in the guise of "coasters" at bars, cafes and restaurants.

Local Media Research Company Seeks Motion Graphics Designer/Animator for Freelance Video Project

Latitude, (latd.com) a forward-thinking research firm located outside of Boston, is seeking a creative, driven motion graphics designer/animator to produce a 1-1.5 minute motion graphics video highlighting findings from one of our recently published innovation studies.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, talented student who is passionate about motion graphics. This individual is someone that’s creative, likes to take ownership of the creative process (while keeping some high-level objectives in mind), and can really “dig into” a project.

This is a contract engagement (for one video) that is ideal for a candidate who is hoping to build his or her portfolio by serving a vibrant, cutting-edge company with an impressive client list in media (BBC, The New York Times, NBC, MTV Networks, Time Inc., etc.), and who may be interested in future contract work for Latitude in video production.

Project Details

Latitude is looking to articulate key findings from its latest innovation study, Robots @ School, through a short animated/motion graphics video. (For more information on the content of the study, download the summary report: http://bit.ly/robotstudy).

Latitude would provide some general direction and storyboarding ideas (which could be iterated on by the video creator). The video creator would be responsible for all aspects of the production process creating a script/storyboard, developing a design concept/aesthetic and carrying it through the video, creating all the necessary graphics/animations, selecting music, etc. (Latitude covers the cost of music rights and other content assets as needed.)

We are seeking someone who is both a creative, independent worker and who is communicative and can work with Latitude in a “client” capacity: checking in regularly with the team here, asking necessary questions, accepting constructive feedback, etc.

The chosen candidate could choose to work remotely or to come into Latitude’s offices (in Beverly, MA) on selected days.

Compensation
Monetary: we will pay a one-time fee of $500 for a video of approximately 1-1.5 minutes.

Attribution: Latitude believes in giving credit for great work. We would credit the artist in the video itself and provide a link-back to a professional Web site/online portfolio on the Vimeo page if desired.

Future engagements: Latitude is constantly expanding its “storytelling” offerings for its own initiatives and for client projects, particularly in the realm of video. We would love the opportunity to extend and build our relationship with a talented motion graphics designer who may be a good fit for any future work that arises. (We would also be willing to provide a letter of recommendation to future employers.)

Project Guidelines

• 1-1.5 minute motion graphics video
• 4-6 week timeline (flexible depending on the right candidate’s availability)

The Ideal Candidate Would Have…

• Experience with Adobe After Effects
• Experience with supplementary animation/motion graphics software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, etc.)
• Passion for design and motion graphics
• Innovative approach to storytelling (especially around research or less traditional storytelling content)
• An interest in the future of media/technology
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively and be proactive about communications

To Apply

A cover letter expressing your interest in the project and any related experience is appreciated, but not required. We do require a resume and sample of your work or a link to your portfolio in order for you to be considered. Please email to hr@latd.com with “Motion Graphics Freelancer” in the subject line.

Design the 'body' for LimoLand's Mr. Limo

LimoLand, the fashion/lifestyle brand whose identity is represented by the face of Mr Limo is sold in some of the most celebrated stores around the world including Colette in Paris, The Webster in Miami and Fred Segal/Ron Herman in Los Angeles and Mr Porter. Now to complete Mr Limo, LimoLand is searching for a 'body'. LimoLand Founder Jean Pigozzi, Director Brett Ratner and Dinesh Shamdasani are inviting artists and designers around the world to submit their most creative and imaginative 'body' design taking inspiration from Mr Limo himself (as displayed below and downloadable here). One winner will have their design become the official 'body' for Mr Limo, thus creating the new and complete Mr Limo. The winning design will be produced and displayed in the LimoLand store in New York and in addition the winner will receive $2,000.

Hosts' Choice

The winning design will be produced and displayed in the LimoLand store in New York. In addition the winner will receive:

• Exposure on Limoland’s social media channels
• $2,000

One runner-up, as selected by the hosts, will receive exposure on Limoland’s social media channels, in addition to $500.

A second runner-up as selected by the hosts, will receive exposure on Limoland’s social media channels, in addition to $250.

People's Choice

The highest voted designer will receive exposure on Limoland’s social media channels, in addition to $750.

Get Involved

Submit by: July 10, 2012
Vote: July 11, 2012, 10am PST - July 17, 2012, 10am PST
Winner Announced: August 1, 2012

How The Hosts Will Choose

The hosts will select from all qualified submissions with special consideration for the top voted entries. A qualified submission is one which meets all the Terms & Conditions, Guidelines and Official Rules.

Guidelines

• Participants may download the provided file 'Mr Limo (head)' to incorporate into their design
• Submissions must be original and submitted in JPEG or PNG format and must not have been commercially used either before or during this Creative Invite
• Participants must retain their original artwork should they be chosen as a winner
• The winning design may be modified to suit production requirements

More details: http://www.talenthouse.com/design-for-limoland

Design artwork for Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock!

Since Fraggle Rock's creation in 1983 it has been seen in 80 countries and watched in a least ten different languages and, to this day, continues to enjoy a loyal international following. In celebration of Fraggle Rock's 30th anniversary, The Jim Henson Company is inviting artists to submit artwork* suitable for products such as t-shirts and posters inspired by the world of Fraggle Rock and its characters including the Fraggles, the Doozers, Sprocket, Travelling Matt and the Gorgs.

One winner will have the incredible opportunity to have their artwork produced and featured on selected merchandise items for Fraggle Rock's 30th anniversary and will receive a private tour of the Jim Henson design studios in Los Angeles. In addition, the winner, eight runners-up and highest voted artist will have their winning submissions featured on CafePress for fellow creatives to create a variety of exclusive and unique merchandise for their 13 million members.

*Artwork may consist of graphic designs, photographs, paintings, illustrations, drawings, graphic design or collages. Artists may also create 3D pieces but must submit high-res photographs of those creations.

The Jim Henson Company's Choice

The winning design will be featured and produced in elements of Fraggle Rock's 30th anniversary merchandise line, which will be promoted and sold on their online store. In addition, the winner will receive:

• A private tour of The Jim Henson Company and attendance to Fraggle Rock's 30th anniversary party (travel and two nights' accommodation in Los Angeles for two provided)
• A framed copy of their artwork
• A feature on henson.com and Henson's Facebook page
• $2,500

Eight runners-up, as selected by The Jim Henson Company, will each receive:

• A feature on Henson.com and Henson's Facebook page
• A framed copy of their artwork
• $500

People's Choice

The highest voted artist will receive:

• A feature on Henson.com and Henson's Facebook page
• A framed copy of their artwork
• $500

Additionally the winner, eight runners-up and the highest voted artist will each have their winning submission featured on CafePress for 30 days for creatives to create multiple types of merchandise including t-shirts, iPhone case, bags and types of wall art consisting of posters and banners.

Get Involved

Submit by: August 14, 2012
Vote: August 15, 2012 10am PST- August 21, 2012 10am PST
Winner(s) Announced: September 5, 2012

How The Jim Henson Company Will Choose

The Jim Henson Company will select from all qualified submissions with special consideration for the top voted entries. A qualified submission is one which meets all the Terms & Conditions, Guidelines and Official Rules.

Guidelines

• Submissions must be original and submitted in JPEG or PNG format and must not have been commercially used either before or during this Creative Invite
• Participants may use the provided, downloadable assets as inspiration for their artwork
• Participants may, but are not required to include a mention of Fraggle Rock's '30^th anniversary' in their design
• The winning design may be modified to suit production requirements
• The winning design must be submitted to The Jim Henson Company as layered TIFF or PSD files or as vector EPS files and at least 300 DPI at 12” wide x 15”
• Participants must retain their original artwork should they be chosen as a winner

More details: http://www.talenthouse.com/design-for-fraggle-rock-jim-henson

Call to Artists: "Between the Covers” Art Contest

June 11 – August 15, 2012

GUIDELINES

• The theme is the book as subject. Artists may submit drawings or paintings using parts of books, depicting books, or otherwise celebrating the concept of books. Please do not submit artwork dealing with specific plots or authors – this contest deals with the book as an idea.
• Electronic art, photography, video, audio, and three-dimensional work cannot be accepted.
• Only emailed entries will be accepted! Please put “Art Contest 2012” in the subject header. Email to boxfordtownlib@gmail.com.
• Images must be submitted in .jpg format and may be no larger than 75KB in size.
• All entries must be submitted via email to Boxford Town Library and must include:
  • Title of the artwork
  • Attached image of the artwork
  • Entrant’s name
  • Entrant’s telephone number
  • Entrant’s mailing address
  • Entrant’s email address
• Any artist over the age of 16 may participate.
• Artists may enter up to three pieces.
• Incomplete entries will not be considered.
• Entries submitted later than 11:59 PM on Friday, August 15 will not be considered.
• Judges’ decisions are final.
• Ownership of the displayed artworks will remain with the artist. Entry into the “Between the Covers” Art Contest indicates approval for Boxford Library to display contest artwork on its website. This artwork will not be used for commercial or advertising purposes without the express written permission of the artist.

Duration of the Contest

• Deadline for submission: Friday, August 15
• Reception at Boxford Library and Announcement of Winners: Friday, August 31
• Winners absent at the reception will be contacted by phone on Monday, September 3

Prizes

• The creator of the winning piece will receive a $50 gift certificate to Art Supplies Wholesale in Beverly, MA.
• Second and third place winners will receive ribbons.
• All artwork with attribution will be featured on Boxford Library’s web page until November 1.
• All artwork will remain available at an archival URL for the duration of 2012. Artists will be able to access and distribute as an addendum to portfolios, resumes, and applications.

Questions should be directed to Anna Call, Head of Reference, Boxford Town Library: acall@mvlc.org

Call for Entries: All-Media Exhibition as Target Gallery Celebrates Twenty-five Years

Deadline for Entry: June 18th, 2012
Exhibition Dates: September 8 - 30th, 2012

Description: This is an all media exhibition that celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Target Gallery. This is open to all artists nationally and internationally. Artists are asked to submit work that responds to world events that have occurred over the past 25 years.

A special catalog and poster will acompany this exhibition.

Juror: J.W. Mahoney is an artist, critic and independent curator who serves as Washington's Corresponding Editor for Art in America. He is an Affiliate Professor of Visual Arts at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, and his latest exhibition, "Carceral," will open at Curator's Office in Washington in May of this year.

Download Complete Prospectus
Click here to Apply Online

http://www.torpedofactory.org/galleries/targetcallforentry.htm

AIB Artists: CALL FOR PROPOSALS | AIB Mass Ave Storefront Art Project

AIB Massachusetts Avenue Storefront Art Project

A juried exhibition celebrating The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University’s
Centennial Year and upcoming move to Porter Square

 

Calling AIB students, alumni, faculty and staff!

As you may know, The Art Institute of Boston will be moving from Kenmore Square to the Lesley University campus in Porter Square in the next few years.  In addition, in the 2012/13 academic year, AIB will be celebrating its Centennial year, having educated artists and designers since 1912.  To celebrate our 100^th year and to prepare for our move to Porter Square, we are hosting the AIB Massachusetts Avenue Storefront Art Project in the fall of 2012.

 

We are very excited about our future neighborhood and would like to start building relationships with our new neighbors. Towards this goal, we will mount exhibitions in many storefront windows along Massachusetts Avenue near Lesley’s University Hall and Doble campuses.  The goal of the project is to showcase a vibrant, exciting group of storefront exhibitions created by the AIB community all along this portion of Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge. All current AIB students, alumni, faculty, and staff members are invited to submit a proposal for a storefront display.  Work in all media is encouraged.  A stipend of $250 will be awarded to all proposals selected.

 

From the Doble Campus along Massachusetts Avenue up to the Porter Square Shopping Center, selected storefront windows will display work created by AIB students, alumni, faculty and staff.  Already, a number of stores have offered to host exhibits in their storefront windows and we expect more to commit to such exhibitions in the coming weeks. Each store boasts a unique personality and takes great pride in the presentation of their windows to the public. These windows are their connection to the outside world, and attract passers-by with their beautiful displays. Storefronts have been selected based on visual potential, their eagerness to work with our artists, and their willingness to let the artwork take the lead.

 

So, we invite you to submit your most compelling work! Work may be two- or three-dimensional such as painting, prints, or photographs; videos or animations; illustration or design pieces; sculptures or site-specific installations; to name a few. You may offer work you have already created or you may choose to create something entirely new for this event. Proposals may be submitted by individuals or by collaborative teams.

 

Submissions will be accepted online from Thursday, May 17 until Friday, June 22.  The application portal can be reached at aib.slideroom.com. Be sure to select AIB Storefront Art Project under Active Programs. Submission costs are $10 per proposal, which will let you upload up to 10 images and supporting documents. Visit our project blog aibstorefrontart.wordpress.com to see more detailed submission guidelines and to see the potential spaces your work may inhabit. Check back frequently as we are actively adding new host windows. Windows sizes range from small, enclosed bays to large, floor-to-ceiling panes that extend across the width of the store. Photos of participating windows are available on our project blog.

 

Winning submissions will be selected by a jury and will be paired up with appropriate host windows.

Selected proposals will be notified by August 1, and will be put in touch with their host business to work out the details. Each window is different and the relationship between the store’s displayed product and artwork will be defined in collaboration with the host business. Work will likely be installed in early September and removed in mid-October. Actual dates may shift slightly and will be verified shortly. Each display will include a specially designed placard with the name of the artist(s), their relationship to AIB (student, alumni, faculty, etc.), a brief artist statement, and the AIB/Lesley logos.

The full details are attached below and also available at aibstorefrontart.wordpress.com.

Please contact Denise Driscoll at ddrisco2@lesley.edu or at 508-561-0306 with questions.

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Vocational Design and Visual Communications Teacher Wanted For School Year 2012-2013

** FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2012-2013**

Reports to: Co-Headmasters

Job Description: Vocational Design and Visual Communications Teacher

The Boston Arts Academy, a public high school for the visual and performing arts, is starting its 15th year in September 2012 with 440 students in Grades 9-12. It is a joint project of the Professional Arts Consortium, Inc., (comprising the Berklee College of Music, Boston Architectural Center, the Boston Conservatory, Emerson College Massachusetts College of Arts, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts) and the Boston Public Schools. The Boston Arts Academy is charged with being a laboratory and a beacon for artistic and academic innovation. The Boston Arts Academy prepares a diverse community of aspiring artist-scholars to be successful in their college or professional careers and to be engaged members of a democratic society.

This innovative school features a college preparatory curriculum supporting integrated and interdisciplinary teaching and learning among arts and academic disciplines. Students explore the arts in both traditional and new media forms.
The Academy’s program is enriched by the involvement of the six members of the Professional Arts Consortium. Both the program and the student body at the Academy reflects the culture, ethnic and linguistic diversity of Boston.

The Academy is a Pilot School and a member of the Boston Pilot Schools Network, a group of Boston Public Schools that, by union contract, have been granted increased autonomy and flexibility to be laboratories of educational innovation.  This includes the right to extend the school day and year for both faculty and students.

Teachers at the Academy undertake a number of special responsibilities. The Academy offers academic classes as well as classes in the visual and performing arts. Often classes integrate artistic and academic subjects. Faculty members work together to develop curriculum in all areas. The school day for students
has been scheduled to run from approximately 7:55 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:55 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Fridays. There is a weekly faculty meeting on Fridays that ends at 3:30.

The school year for students will be similar to the Boston Public Schools, but the actual school calendar may differ in terms of professional days for teachers and other aspects. All students will be members of an Advisory Group and most faculty will serve as Advisors. (Advisory is a small group of students who come together periodically to provide academic, social and emotional support to all students.) Many teachers also teach a grade-level writing course to students.

Students are assessed through a variety of measures: Traditional tests, performances, exhibitions, and portfolios. More comprehensive material about the approach to teaching and learning is available upon request, as well as on the website.

Responsibilities:

1. Teach visual art classes in different media including, but not limited to, Adobe
suite programs including web design and animation, drawing, painting, 3D media,
and printed media.
2. Help design, implement and teach design curriculum 1,2,3,4
3. Design and implement student assessment
4. Lead Vocational Design and Visual Communications certification track
5. Teach figure drawing
6. Oversee departmental technology and equipment
7. Implement and oversee department and student blogs
8. Lead and implement exhibition of student work in and out of school building
9. Lead archivist for department
10. Lead department in design/technology vision
11. Identify and facilitate student design competitions
12. Participate in the creation of an integrated interdisciplinary arts-infused
curriculum including producing exhibitions.
13. Lead an advisory group of 8-12 students, providing advice, support and
evaluation for assigned students.
14. Teach OR co-teach a grade-level writing seminar.
15. Attend weekly visual arts team meetings and period work sessions as scheduled.
16. Along with other core visual arts faculty, participate in strategic planning and
department management. Areas include but are not limited to assessment,
recruitment and outreach, implementing technology, student case management,
and exhibition/competition/partnership participation.
17. Communicate regularly with parents/caregivers about student progress.
18. Arrange and attend evening meetings with families of students in Advisory
Group (and other students as appropriate) as least twice a year, and be generally
accessible to families.
19. Accept flexible assignments, such as team and interdisciplinary teaching, working
with different age groups and ability levels, etc.
20. Work with university, college and community collaborators.
21. Perform general administrative tasks to teaching and advising.
22. Work for two days after the end of school year in June reviewing and evaluating
year and completing activities.
23. Participate in one annual retreat which could fall on a weekend.
24. Work an extended day of eight hours, with occasional additional time as required
for student performance and presentation activities.
25. Take part in curriculum workshops, tentatively scheduled for the week of August
27, 2012.

Qualifications:

Required:
1. Possession of (or eligibility to receive) a Massachusetts preliminary license
in Visual Art-5-12. For more information on teacher licensure, call the
Massachusetts Department of Education at 781-338-6600.
2. Minimum three years experience in the field of design ( can include recent
cooperative teaching experience, or two years with a Master’s degree).
3. Bachelors Degree (copy of transcript required).
4. Commitment to the arts as an important element in a complete education.
5. Commitment to cultural, ethnic and linguistic diversity as an element in a
complete education.
6. Experience and/or willingness to be trained in integrated or theme-based
curriculum and performance, or portfolio-based assessment.
7. Commitment to and demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction in the
classroom.
8. Ability to take on responsibilities and prioritize quickly.
9. Flexible working hours.
10. Ability to work within a complex bureaucracy.
11. Excellent communication skills.
12. Meets/will meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed
and “Highly Qualified” according to NCLB.
13. Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such
authorization by their first day of employment.

Preferred:

Three years teaching experience, preferably in an urban high school setting.
Voc ed certified in Graphic Design
Masters Degree or equivalent thereof.
Ability and/or certification to teach in multiple subject areas, such as graphic
design or costume design.
5. Experience or an interest in interdisciplinary work.
6. Fluency in languages in addition to English.
7. Experience as an artist.
8. Interest or experience in more than one discipline.
9. Experience working with local cultural institutions.
10. Experience with new technology relating to arts and education.
11. Experience working in a heterogeneous classroom.
12. Experience with portfolio assessment.

Terms: BTU, Group I

To apply, please contact Boston Arts Academy: http://www.edline.net/pages/Boston_Arts_Academy/About/Contact_Us

Illustrator/Information Designer for Visualizing Palestine

Full-time Graphic / Digital Media Designer

[JOB] - Contact Nathan Felde - nfelde@aiboston.edu
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Graphic / Digital Media Designer

MASS Design Group is seeking a full time graphic designer in our Boston, MA office for a variety of graphic design and digital media projects, each focused on amplifying the way we share the impact of MASS’s work. Projects would include preparation of presentations and graphic methods of displaying and articulating MASS's work. The ideal candidate will additionally be familiar with basic video editing, web based media applications, and animation software, such as Adobe After Effects or similar. Work will include maintaining and updating MASS Design Group's website and graphic identity that will routinely update our followers through newsletters, blog posts, and online campaigns.

MASS looks for candidates with impressive graphic design skills, and an outstanding work ethic who are ready and willing to go above and beyond in designing innovative and captivating media design. Experience in campaigning or designing media for social change is a plus. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and links to your work or portfolio.