OPPORTUNITIES

October 19, 2009

Photographer Needed

Photographer needed to take candid photos of individuals/groups at evening winter party to be held on Saturday, January 9, 2010 in Brighton, MI.  Must have own equipment (including appropriate backdrops) and be willing to release exclusive rights of all images to the client.

Please submit a brief bio and proposal of charges for your services including: travel time, price per print for on demand photos (4X6, 5X7, 8X10, digital photos, cds, retouches), etc. to Sonja Brandon at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Deadline for submissions - all proposals submitted by November 9, 2009 will be considered.

Chosen photographer can set an appropriate rate (per print) for services rendered.  Cash payment can be expected at time of services.  Invitations will be extended to 400 guests.

*NOTE* Depending on the demand for this service, client reserves the right to hire more than one photographer to accommodate the volume of requests.  If student is willing to job share (co-partner with another student) that should also be noted in the proposal.

November 6, 2009

Design Assistant, Vera Bradley (Full time)

Provide operational support to Design Manager in the creation and execution of the product line.  Responsible for researching trends, communicating with a cross functional team and assist the Design Manager with product development and presentation of product line in keeping key dates of the seasonal calendar.

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November 5, 2009

MSA Logo Contest

The Michigan Student Assembly (MSA) is the central student government on campus. We need a new logo and we want YOU to help with the design. The MSA logo appears on everything that MSA is involved in, from our committees and commissions to events held across campus. Additionally, MSA is the main funding body for student organizations…and this logo accompanies everything we fund, which is quite a lot! This is your chance to help re-brand MSA :)

LOGO Guidelines:
-The logo must contain the words “Michigan Student Assembly”
-We want the logo to embody the spirit of a University of Michigan student …whatever that may entail.
-Be creative!
-Different from the current logo

Prize:
-A $100 gift card
-Having the logo YOU create all over anything MSA is involved in (i.e. everywhere!)

Deadline:
-The due date for all designs is Wednesday, 11/25/09 (right before Thanksgiving). Please email the designs in PDF form with your name and contact information to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

November 5, 2009

Arts Writer Needed

The Michigan Daily is looking for writers for its Arts section.  If you love art exhibitions and galleries, as well as live performances including concerts, plays, and lectures, or just want to be involved with the publication, then you should consider writing for the Arts Section.

E-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for an application.

November 4, 2009

3 Internship Programs with Institute for Humane Studies

The Institute for Humane Studies at George Mason University offers internships in the following areas:

Public Policy
Journalism
Film Production

November 4, 2009

Internship with Ghostly International

Ghostly International is looking for interns willing to help grow the company.  Interests should include marketing, advertising, music, fashion, design, the arts, culture, and more. Interns will learn the ins and outs of the music industry in terms of what makes a company like Ghostly really work. Because of that, applicants should be interested in what it takes to run a successful music company rather than the perceived glamour of the industry. Duties will include, but are not limited to, assisting in promotional activities, data entry and simple analysis, inventory management, and other miscellaneous office duties.

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November 4, 2009

Call for Entries, Emerging Artists

The East Lansing Art Festival announces its call for work by Emerging Artists.  You must be a student at a college of university or within two years of graduation from an art program.  To be considered you must submit 4 images of your work to be evaluated by a jury process. 

Please apply via Zapplication.  The application/jury fee is discounted at $30 until November 30, 2009, after which it will increae to $40.  All applications due by January 31, 2010.

For further information please contact Corinn VanWyck: 517-319-6804, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or Michelle Carlson: 517-319-6888, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

November 4, 2009

Creative Adaptation in the Visual Arts, 2010 Call for Art

Deadline: December 4, 2009

Concordia University Ann Arbor seeks submission of visual arts that incorporate the various meanings and potential approaches to the idea of creative adaptation or modification of earlier forms, methods, or works. The artwork submitted should be rooted in a “useable past” while addressing a new condition, a new technology, or a new era either formally or thematically. Prints, drawings, paintings, photographs, digital images, sculpture, etc. are eligible. Recipients of awards will be determined by the juror, Rebecca Hart, associate curator and acting Head of Contemporary Art for the Detroit Institute of Arts, and announced at the opening reception. The artist chosen as “Best of Show” will receive a solo exhibit in the Kreft Gallery at Concordia University Ann Arbor in the 2010-2011 season. Only original artwork produced within the past five
years will be accepted-reproductions are not permitted. Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

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Direct questions to Beth Steinkellner (.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))

November 3, 2009

Call for FIbers

FANTASTIC FIBERS is an international competitive exhibition that seeks to showcase a wide range of outstanding works related to the fiber medium. Contemporary and innovative works created with fiber as the primary medium are welcome. This competitive exhibition is open to all professional artists 18 years and/or over working in the field of fiber art.

AWARDS

  * Best of Show - $800
  * Second Place - $500
  * Third Place - $300

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November 3, 2009

Midwest Fine Art Finals Call for Entries

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November 3, 2009

Cast and Crew for Student Film

Want to get your name out there?  Want to be in a student film?  Want to help make a student film?

Get involved with “Splitters”, a tale of duality, humanism and introspection.  We are looking for cast and crew so please contact Katie Wahl at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

November 3, 2009

Animation/Film Internship

Artist is looking for a student or recent graduate with film editing and animation knowledge interested in assisting and collaborating on a video project.  Looking for a creative thinker who is organized and reliable. Project to begin in late January 2010.  Please send all inquiries to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) by December 23, 2009.

November 2, 2009

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Sculpture Department Intern Winter 2010

Position Summary: The position of Sculpture Department Intern assists with the responsibilities for sculpture conservation and maintenance projects as assigned by the Assistant Curator of Collections/Conservator and the Assistant Conservator.  Primary duties include the cleaning and maintenance of art works in the permanent collection and on temporary display.  Also, assistance with temporary exhibitions will be required.

This position begins February 1 through May 3 with the possibility, based on job performance, of being extended though summer.

This position is 20 hours per week @ $10.00 per hour and is open to art majors from colleges and universities based in the Grand Rapids metropolitan area.  Preference will be given to those with studio experience or those considering a museum career.

Essential Functions:
*assist in maintaining the well being of objects in the permanent collection through routine inspection and maintenance
*conduct seasonal and annual maintenance projects as assigned
*assist with the placement and installation of the permanent collection as assigned
*assist with delivery and temporary storage of the permanent collection objects and objects under acquisition consideration as assigned
*assist with installation projects related to temporary exhibitions as assigned
*assist with upkeep and maintenance projects related to temporary exhibitions as assigned
Other Functions:
*assist with enforcement of Meijer Garden rules of etiquette while on duty

Minimum Job Requirements:
Education: Junior or Senior standing in art
Specific Skills:  Proven ability to work with three-dimensional objects.  Able to successfully operate equipment and utilize technology requisite to museum installation and object maintenance/conservation.
Letter and resume may be sent to Jan Baumgras, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, 1000 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49525 by November 18, 2009.

November 2, 2009

Consumers Energy Graphic Design Internship

Job Description / Summary ABOUT CONSUMERS ENERGY:
We’re more than just pipes, wires and power plants. We have a long-standing tradition of hiring diverse, talented people who help make Consumers Energy one of the best energy companies in the nation.  Be part of a dynamic team that brings electricity and natural gas to the homes and businesses of Michigan. Providing the foundation of today’s modern living helps drive our economy and deliver comfort and convenience to customers.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, plan, design, develop, assist, coordinate and produce print and electronic communications; assist in establishing and
maintaining professional graphic and identity standards. Work location is Corporate Headquarters in Jackson, Michigan.

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November 2, 2009

Internships with Seventeen Magazine

Seventeen Magazine is currently hiring accessory and fashion interns for the Winter and Spring/Summer Semesters. We are looking for motivated interns who want to experience the editorial side of the fashion industry. The accessories and fashion interns are responsible for the running of the fashion closet and will get to see how a magazine is put together every month. Activities include going to designer showrooms on market appointments with editors, picking up and dropping off samples, checking clothing in and out of the closet, writing our style blogs, casting our “real girl” models, assisting on photo shoots and working with markets lists.

The position is full time and lasts a semester. It is unpaid and only students who can receive credit are eligible. If interested, please email a resume to Philippa Fraumeni (.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)) indicating what trimester you are interested in. The deadline to submit is 11/10/09 for the winter semester and 2/1/10 for the summer semester.