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HIRING: ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR (CONTRACT 1 YEAR)JOB DESCRIPTIONContempo Media is a Toronto based publishing group that houses 3 publications: S, SHARP, and Book for Men. The art department is currently seeking an Associate Art Director who can support the art, editorial, and sales team. The associate will help brainstorm, design, produce and execute presentations for the sales team, as well as support the design and execution of all magazines. We are looking for someone who is professional, positive, flexible and has an over-achieving attitude towards any given task.Interested candidates please forward your resume and portfolio. Only candidates who have included a portfolio will be considered:HOW TO APPLYEmail your resume and portfolio to:jessica.hui@contempomedia.comcameron.morse@contempomedia.comSubject line: Associate Art Director | Contempo MediaRESPONSIBILITIESDesign sales presentations for luxury clientsBrainstorm and conduct photo research for the art and sales teamto help conceptualize editorial contentWork across Photoshop, Indesign, and Illustrator to create original artwork, as well as edit, update, and repurpose in-house templatesSupport in the print production of all publications: proofing digital images, ensuring that all layouts are clean, pre-flighted, and well prepared for pre-pressAssist on figure and off figure photoshoots for S, SHARP & BFMQUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSMinimum of 3 years of experience in graphic design/marketing/or similar fieldStrong interest in fashion, culture, magazines, art and design.Excellent communication and collaboration skillsA self starter who constantly identifies opportunities for creative problem solving and who does not need much directionProven project management skills with ability to prioritize, organize their own time, and consistently meet internal and external deadlinesFluent in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator), Powerpoint, Figma is a plusA portfolio which illustrates excellence and great attention to detail in page design, typography, editorial packaging, and production skillsIllustration, video, motion graphics and retouching skills are a bonus
