I am sending this along in the hopes that it might be of some interest to your students. For more information on our organization, please visit piroguecollective.org, or our partner organization, goreeinstitute.org. We are NYFA-sponsored, not-for-profit literary arts organization based in Brooklyn and Dakar, Senegal.
All the best,
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Adam Wiedewitsch
Coordinating Editor
Pirogue Collective
adam@piroguecollective.org
347.240.7912
Publications Internship/Graphic Design
Full Description
Publications graphic design intern will assist the Editorial staff with the design content of Island Position publications: Imagine Africa, Tongue: A Journal of Writing & Art, and The Pirogue African Poets Series. This position is upaid.
Essential Functions
The selected graphic design intern assist with the design and execution of a range of printed materials.
- Execute the design of print publications, including ads, coupons, fliers, newsletters, etc.
- Update and maintain piroguecollective.org and tongueoftheworld.org
- Assist in concept development and arrive at creative solutions that meet the Collective’s brand standards and guidelines.
- Respond to general requests—such as locating and resizing images—in a timely manner.
- Join the Editorial team for meetings and special events.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Must have working knowledge of Photoshop CS2, Quark, InDesign CS2, and Illustrator CS2.
- Must be able to operate within Microsoft Office systems.
- Must be proficient with the Macintosh platform.
- Must be self-motivated and have sharp attention to detail, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, a flexible and creative personality, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Must be able to commit 10 hours per week to Island Position tasks.
- Preference is given to juniors and seniors, but experience and talent are trump cards.
- Open to undergraduate students pursuing a degree in graphic design or related field.
How to Apply
A complete application includes contact information, resume with two references listed, and two to three samples of work or a link to an online portfolio. Complete applications should be sent to:
Application Deadline
Ongoing.
For more information, contact Island Position’s coordinating editor, Adam Wiedewitsch, at adam@piroguecollective.org, or call 646-250-9409.
