AGI Student Conference

July 16, 2008

On September 23-24, 2008, over 900 of the world’s top design students, educators and professionals will converge in Chicago for the 2008 AGI Student Conference. The Alliance Graphique Internationale (AGI) will bring their student conference to America for the first time ever. The two-day conference will present lectures, hands-on workshops, and a host of unique interactions with the world’s most notable leaders from the design profession. AGI is an elite organization comprised of the world’s most respected graphic designers, illustrators and commercial artists. The group was founded in 1950, marking its first year with a celebrated exhibition mounted at the Louvre in Paris. With representation from over 30 countries, the collective work of AGI members represents the finest design, identity, publication, illustration and poster works in the world. As part of their mission, they strive to promote design education and immersive fellowship among the global student populous.


Web Development Assistance

July 15, 2008

Nani Baker is seeking a web designer that needs a portfolio piece. She has designed the Urbana School District and the Yankee Ridge Elementary School site but need a helping hand to do the HTML part of it. If you would enjoy working on this type of project and could benefit from the experience, please contact her at <nbaker@horizonhobby.com>. The published sites could make nice portfolio samples.


Print and Interactive Designer Wanted

May 17, 2008

Boost Marketing, a rapidly growing marketing & advertising agency in the western suburbs of Chicago, is looking to hire a graphic designer for both print and interactive work. Requirements: Strong understanding of both print and interactive media design as well as how they work together. Must be proficient with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, CSS, HTML. After Effects, PHP, MySQL knowledge is a definite plus. Able to solve problems. Able to manage multiple projects at one time. Can play well with others. Proficiency in a second language a plus. Send us your resume, cover letter and a link to your online portfolio or samples. Questions welcome. Please send resume to: kbooton@boostmktg.com


Student Show Entry Deadline Extended to May 6

May 1, 2008

The entry deadline for the 2008 Digital Media Student Exhibition has been extended. Entry forms will be available online at gds.parkland.edu/show until May 6 at 4:30pm. Please hand-deliver late entries to your instructor.


Web Design III offered this summer

April 17, 2008

Graphic design students who have taken GDS 220 may want to consider taking CSC 239 Web Design III this summer. This course is an advanced website design course with an emphasis on creative visual communication. You will be creating professional, dynamic, portfolio-quality websites that meet client objectives using Dreamweaver and Flash. We will also focus on client relationships, concepts, collaboration, craftsmanship, and portfolio building. This summer we will have a roster of real-world clients to choose from who need websites designed, so your work may actually end up being published on the Internet. CSIT department chair Maria Mobasieri has agreed to waive the CSC 121 prerequisite for GDS students. Please contact her at <MMobasseri@parkland.edu> to register. The class meets June 16 to July 17 on Wednesdays from 9am-2:15pm. Instructor: Paul Young (3 credits).


Boneyard Art Festival

April 17, 2008

Don’t miss this city-wide arts festival this weekend (April 18-20). For a schedule of events, go to 40north.org/events/festival.html. Be sure to attend the very popular late night spACE on Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm-2am at Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 119 East University, Champaign.


2008 Student Show Entry Deadline is April 30

April 7, 2008

Each year, the Parkland Art Gallery hosts the annual Digital Media Student Show. This juried exhibition is open to all Graphic Design, Web Design and 3D Computer Animation students. This year, there are over $1000 in cash awards for outstanding work. There are no entry fees and you can enter as many pieces as you like (the more you enter, the better chance of getting an award). For entry rules, important dates and other information, go to gds.parkland.edu/show


Designer :: Grip Design

April 7, 2008

We are looking for a talented designer with a minimum of three years work experience. We are a 9-year old, growing firm in Wicker Park with great clients and a casual, fun studio. Our current need is for a web-savvy designer with great type skills. Specific Skills: The usual assortment of CS3 skills but with a focus on web and motion-based design. Some print experience & a love of typography is also required. Video editing a plus. Card-playing skills not required, but encouraged. Will consider on-the-job Euchre and Hearts training for the right candidate. For more about us, visit www.gripdesign.com. Send your resume, URL and take-home quiz (in the jobs section of our website) to kelly@gripdesign.com so we can get to know you.


Graphic Design Intern

April 7, 2008

Creative and Print Services, an in-house web and print design office serving Columbia College Chicago, is searching for a Graphic Design Intern. Over the last seven years, the Creative team has won over 30 national design awards and is respected nationwide. In 2006, C&PS was awarded seven Graphic Design USA American InHouse Design awards—the most ever achieved by an in-house group in one year. Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President for Creative & Print Services and Senior Designers, the Graphic Design Intern designs and produces work assigned. Occasionally, they will be asked to complete or develop projects designed by senior staff. Work includes client contact presenting ideas and comps, and any discussion as jobs unfold. From concepting to production, responsibilities include design, production, specifying paper and any finishing, formulating print specifications, checking printer’s proofs, attending press checks, art directing photo shoots, etc. Responsibilities also include insuring any content or art direction changes by the client are correctly incorporated into each piece, and final sign offs achieved. Protocol regarding releases from models, photographers and artists must be recognized and followed. Design concepts must comply with the college’s branding standards. Interns must also respond positively to critiques from other designers and be willing to incorporate their art direction into projects. Attendance must be prompt and conform to set weekly schedules. Flexibility will be given for press checks and photo shoots. Interns must dress and behave professionally when called upon to present comps to upper level administration. This internship is either paid ($10 per hour, 20 hours per week) or may be taken for 3 credit hours. Skills: Good communication skills, eye for detail, and ability to be well-organized and dependable; Strong type and layout skills and specific training and proficiency in Mac based design and production; Mandatory: A thorough knowledge of design software, Adobe CS3; For more information, or to apply for this internship, please submit a resume and several samples to: Mary Forde, Assistant Vice President of Creative & Print Services at mforde@colum.edu.


Fall Scholarships Available

March 25, 2008

Parkland has a variety of scholarships available to apply for in a wide variety of programs and categories. Most have an application deadline of April 15, 2008, but there are other deadlines as well. Go to www.parkland.edu/ss/financial/scholarship.htm to see the complete listing or login to Parkland Connection, then click on “Parkland Scholarship Search.” The search engine will automatically select scholarships that students may be eligible to apply for. Students will be able to print off the application(s) from a link in each scholarship description, if currently available. The search engine is updated as needed throughout the year. Stop by the Financial Aid Office (A170), if you need additional information.