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 Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Bold Type
German design publisher Gestalten also sells fonts and has a nice sampling of free fronts for download on their site, including Frank Bold Ltd.Frank Bold Ltd offers a limited character set of the hybrid sans serif
blackletter font by designer Anton Studer. Frank is a contemporary
revival of blackletter script lettering, also known as Gothic script,
used in German-speaking countries until the late 20th century. This no
frills font can be used in small point sizes as well as used in larger
headlines. This limited edition of the Bold weight is a perfect free
trial.
via Kitsune Noir Posted by Megan
Typography
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 1:06:38 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00) 
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Job Of The Day
Senior Graphic Designer
J.P. Morgan, New York City
The senior graphic designer is part of a creative group –
writers/editors and designers/production specialists – who work within
Marketing to conceptualize, execute and produce sophisticated marketing
collaterals that will advance sales objectives by leveraging our
intellectual capital and reflecting our brand values. These collaterals
are primarily print pieces but other media could be used to distribute
content. We work on a PC platform.
1) The
senior designer is one of a four-person team that produces marketing
materials targeted at the private client. Working with the creative
director or content strategist, the designer creates solutions that are
visually engaging and easy to use, and reflect our brand values.
2)
The senior designer executes each assignment from start to finish:
understanding the objectives of the project, completing the agreed-upon
deliverable on time and within budget, communicating with key
stakeholders, and working with the Marketing Analyst on distribution.
3)
In making design choices as well as in buying print and other services,
the senior designer is expected to be cost-efficient and, where
possible, make “green” choices. The designer represents J.P. Morgan’s
interests with all vendors, to achieve quality and value.
4)
The senior designer is expected to learn about the wealth management
business. The expectation is that a deeper understanding of our
business will lead to a more compelling treatment of the content.
5)
The senior designer will stand in for the creative head occasionally,
and must be able to successfully communicate conceptual ideas and
design rationale. Posted by Megan
Industry News
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 12:57:51 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
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Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Strange Things Are Afoot
Photographer Jonah Samson created a series disturbing dioramas that chronicle the very unpleasant happenings in the fictional Pleasantville.
 Posted by Megan
Creativity
Tuesday, June 09, 2009 5:34:56 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
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Job Of The Day
Graphics Director
Specialized Bicycles, Morgan Hill, CA
The Graphics Director is an important ingredient in our design recipe.
This individual is the “glue” that holds the department together and
aids in the smooth operation and implementation of our Graphic design
projects and process. This position requires the individual to have
extremely strong Graphic design skills and an in-depth understanding of
trends and market competition. This position requires a complete
understanding of our visual and Graphic design language. This
individual must posses the appropriate design tools to sufficiently
implement our Design goals to be the best (Designed) cycling Brand in
the world. This individual brings high energy to the group and has the
ability to challenge and inspire our design group. This person is
action and results driven and is willing to make the impossible
possible. This person is a design leader with very thick skin!
Responsibilities:
-Lead Graphic Design group and direction.
-Meet with Creative dir. weekly and provide updated department progress report.
-Develop and manage department calendar with critical dates and deliverables.
-Attend time line meetings and provide CD with recap.
-Responsible for recruitment of new design talent.
-Organize weekly design reviews.
-Work on multiple design projects concurrently and maintain design ownership of specific categories.
-Approve and organize travel schedule.
-Frequent bike shops and related events to stay current. Build relationships with key dealers.
- Be responsible for creating a productive work environment and mentoring direct reports.
-Make design “fun” and set the bar for the rest of the company.
-Develop and manage department calendar with critical dates and deliverables.
Experience:
-Degree in design or related experience.
-Appropriate computer skills.
-Visionary.Posted by Megan
Industry News
Tuesday, June 09, 2009 1:01:45 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
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Monday, June 08, 2009
Paper Craft
We've noticed a recent increased interest in making objects from paper. We collected a group of awesome paper toys in Urban Paper, which just came out. And another collection of paper goodies will be published early next year in a book called Papercuts. The fab German publisher Gestalten is releasing a book called Papercraft this fall that looks like a stunning collection of different kinds of paper art and design.
 Posted by Megan
Creativity | HOW Books
Monday, June 08, 2009 2:01:10 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
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Job Of The Day
Graphic Designer
Tupperware Brands Corp., Orlando, FL
Design visually dynamic, creative and innovative graphics for
Tupperware products which fulfill aesthetic criteria as well as
marketing and sales objectives. Responsible for all graphic design
projects from concept stage to production.
• Application of
licensed graphic designs that are printed on a wide range of Tupperware
products and intended for consumers of diverse demographics.
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Create seasonal graphics for use on products, utilizing company
research on color and graphic trends for inspiration and direction on
designs.
• Create logos for product sub-brands, including execution of logos and graphics for packaging opportunities.
• Develop communications on product and features for internal advertising campaigns.
• Support company’s color strategy and presentation preparation as required.
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Actively participate in creating and presenting trend and design
concepts; use trend ideas and inspiration to develop and demonstrate a
clear perspective on trend for the products.
• Work with product
designers and others within the global and area markets as needed. Work
with information originators in other departments to develop graphic
product designs and product marketing positioning visuals.
• Design and work with external sources to coordinate freelance graphic needs.
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Keep current with market trends, particularly in the areas of graphics
and color; synthesize and integrate information to ensure contemporary
products which are differentiated in the marketplace.
• Participate and work as a team member with a talented creative team in shaping the future of the company’s products.
• All other duties as assigned.Posted by Megan
Industry News
Monday, June 08, 2009 12:54:42 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
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Friday, June 05, 2009
Brainstormer
The Brainstormer is a clever Flash app developed by illustrator Andrew Bosley. It's perfect for time you get stuck and just need to come up with an original idea. Spin the wheel and get inspiring word combinations like:
Benefaction - Steampunk - Celler
Vengence for a Crime - Enlightened - Fishing Boat
Self-Preservation - Wild West - Cannon
via Drawn!Posted by Megan
Creativity
Friday, June 05, 2009 7:25:56 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
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