Sunday, December 7, 2014

11th Semi-Annual CSN GRC Design Exhibit


The public is invited to view on Monday and Wednesday this week art and design work of students in the Graphic Communications Program at the College of Southern Nevada.

The exhibits for each night commence with Judging— by private invite only—from 6pm - 9pm; it is open to the public beginning at 9pm.

Students from Dan McElhattan's GRC 207 and GRC 294 classes will be exhibiting their work respectively on Monday, Dec. 8 and Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the Holsum Design Center, 241 W. Charleston, Suite 143.

On Monday, students in the GRC 294 (Portfolio Workshop) will be presenting a body of their work in portfolio style.

Twelve students will be showcasing their talents, skills, and custom made leave behinds and portfolios: Danial Adair, Shannon Bingham, Hannah Bolton, Joseph Dousharm, Rodolfo Gomez, Tayler Hensen, Alfi Huerta, Thomas La Plant, Victor Luu, Dora Santiago, Matthew Stevenson, and Angel Ulloa.

On Wednesday, students in the GRC 207 (Electronic Design) will be showing their interpretation of the "Oddity" show theme in poster format.

The 16 students who will be showing their posters are Shannon Bingham, Hannah Bolton, Alan Castellanos, Joseph Dousharm, Kris Dupaya, Zachary Dupaya, Rodolfo Gomez, Daryl John De Guzman, Julius Edward Neal Cunningham, Lizz Ochoa, Kultida Pamornboon, Julianna Russo, Dora Santiago, Avery Scott, Ma Tatsha, and Lue Xu.

The theme "Oddity" addresses "What makes each of us unique and yet connects us all is our rarity. We are at odds when faced with challenges of combining mere thoughts into visual constructs that require elicit response. To engage our creative design skills and oddity into a strategy, a message of cohesiveness and most times a form of transaction."

Poster design by Joseph Dousharm.
The winning poster design (to the right) used to publicize the event was produced by Joseph Dousharm.

This semester's show Gallery Exhibition is dedicated to CSN's Media Techchnologies' GRC Program.

The show is sponsored by Jeff Lapour of Lapour Partners, M3AD.com, Franklin Documents, George Harris of Mundo/Mingo Restaurants and Alien/Fubar Tequilia.

Additional credits: Curated Coordination: M3AD - Dan McElhattan III; Entertainment - Yvonne Silva; Location: LaPour - Holsum - Lisa Casteen; Food: Mundo, Mingo - George Harris ||; Printing and Production Support - Franklin Documents; Photography - Checko Salgado; Beverages: RocknRollWine.com - Chris Hammond; Artiface || After Party.

Additional thanks go to Doug Bibo for his service and support;
Dan Reynolds, Daniel Wayne Sermon, Daniel Platzman, and Ben McKee for their constant inspiration, climb and contribution to artists everywhere.

And a special Thank You to all the professionals and invited guests who come to judge the event.

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Free Series for Designers from Skillshare


Enroll for free in a new Design & Creativity series from Skillshare and learn the building blocks of creativity. From vintage hand-lettering to branding new logos, you're bound to find a class to expand your skill set.

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Free Lance Graphics, Web Design and Video Editor

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AlphaVu is looking for a freelance graphics, web design, and video editor person to help their clients shine.
Interested applicants should be knowledgeable with the following:
  • Infographics creation
  • Graphics editing
  • Web design
  • Video editing
We are particularly interested in someone with some graphics knowledge, data visualization/infographics and web design skills.
Pay is $25–35 an hour, based on experience and the project at hand.
To apply, send us your resume and three examples of your work to info@alphavu.com.
www.alphavu.com

Please send all reply’s to Jennifer Young (jen@alphavu.com)

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

INTERNSHIP: Nellis AFB Marketing Specialist

The 999 FSS Marketing Office at Nellis Air Force Base is looking for an intern to provide graphics support.

The 20-hour-per-week offering is from Apr. 1 through June 30. Candidates must be familiar with Adobe software, especially Photoshop, and have understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint. Pay is $10/hour.

Provide cover letter and resume to Takeira Jones-Bolden takeira@nellislife.com

Thursday, February 27, 2014

GRC Students Also: Speed Networking Event

It will be the first of what is intended to be an annual occurrence:
CSN Speed Networking Event

Friday, March 21, 2014 • 12 noon to 2:00 pm • Whitley Student Lounge • CSN Cheyenne campus.

This is a great opportunity for students to get real feedback during an interview for potential internships at a number of local organizations. Get feedback on dress attire, handshake, communication skills, résumé quality, level of professionalism, attitude, preparedness, technical knowledge, etc. 

Sign up today.
But you must apply. Seating is limited. 
Download the flyer about the event with an  an application form.

Students will be given five minutes to sell themselves to the interviewer and his/her company on why they are the “best fit” based on the interview questions you have over the course of five minutes.  After five minutes, you will have an opportunity to be critiqued on how to improve your interview skills and and to learn about any available internship opportunities at their company.  There will no obligation for the company to provide an internship; the interview feedback alone will be invaluable. 

What is “Speed Networking”?
Like speed dating, it is an accelerated way of connecting and getting right down to the point.  CSN is basing this Speed Networking event on Michigan State University’s Speed Networking event and the University of Rhode Island’s “Tell me about yourself interview, bad versus good” interview.
These brief videos demonstrate how this works.  


Michigan State University Speed Networking (2-minute clip)

Tell me about yourself interview, bad versus good (3:26-minute clip)

Monday, February 10, 2014

Possible Internship Opportunities

It will be the first of what is intended to be an annual occurrence:
CSN Speed Networking Event

Friday, March 21, 2014 • 12 noon to 2:00 pm • Whitley Student Lounge • CSN Cheyenne campus.

This is a great opportunity for students to get real feedback during an interview for potential internships at a number of local organizations. Get feedback on dress attire, handshake, communication skills, résumé quality, level of professionalism, attitude, preparedness, technical knowledge, etc. 

Sign up today.

But you must apply. Seating is limited. 
Download the flyer about the event with an  an application form.

Students will be given five minutes to sell themselves to the interviewer and his/her company on why they are the “best fit” based on the interview questions you have over the course of five minutes.  After five minutes, you will have an opportunity to be critiqued on how to improve your interview skills and and to learn about any available internship opportunities at their company.  There will no obligation for the company to provide an internship; the interview feedback alone will be invaluable. 



What is “Speed Networking”?
Like speed dating, it is an accelerated way of connecting and getting right down to the point.  CSN is basing this Speed Networking event on Michigan State University’s Speed Networking event and the University of Rhode Island’s “Tell me about yourself interview, bad versus good” interview.
These brief videos demonstrate how this works.  

Michigan State University Speed Networking (2-minute clip):


Tell me about yourself interview, bad versus good (3:26-minute clip):

Friday, January 17, 2014

Student Web Developer and Project Assistant Positions

HIRING NOW.
The Graphic Communications Program at CSN is offering students a paid opportunity to help develop a web resource that will eventually serve as a Digital Hub of information for graphic design and communications in Las Vegas.

Workers receive $15 per hour and can work according to their schedule, though a weekly meeting will be required for coordinating with others on the team.
 
Positions available:

Web Designer
Design and build the front-end architecture of a professional website and web app. Proficient skills in HTML5, CSS3, and image processing in Photoshop are required. Knowledge of responsive design, best practices for online forms and interactivity, and semantic coding practices are essential. Create all necessary web forms.

Web Developer
Build the back-end architecture, create and manage databases, and assist with online forms and custom web application development. Proficient skills in a dynamic programming framework, mobile app development, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and Javascript are required.
Work with Web Designer.

Project Assistant
Manage application development and rollout schedule, research market data, gather relevant content for inclusion into website / web app, develop community liaisons, and conduct usability testing. Research and gather information; input data into database.

Contact either Ed Kanet (ed.kanet@csn.edu • 702-326-9240) or David Hardy (david.hardy2@csn.edu) immediately if you are interested.

Thursday, January 9, 2014

CSN Student Internship Opportunity: Nellis AFB Marketing Department

This non-paid internship program provides students an opportunity to enhance their education with career-related experience and gain practical experience working alongside professionals in the Nellis AFB Marketing Department. Students can earn 1-2 credit hours of GRC 290.

Internship Duration: Jan 2014 to May 2014 (75-150 hours)
Application Deadline: January 22, 2014

Job Duties:
  • The program provides students with hands-on experience in all areas of the Marketing Department to include: Graphic design and development, web page support, promotional support, etc.
  • Interns will be provided training and guidance that will enable them to conduct work comparable to that of an Air Force Marketing staff member. 
  • Students will have opportunities to shadow key management personnel throughout duration of program.
Requirements:
  • Must be a current CSN student 
  • Must be a current U.S. citizen 
  • Requires energetic students pursuing a degree in graphic arts
  • Strong written & oral communication skills 
  • Ability to demonstrate independence in work related projects/assignments
  • Professional appearance and conduct 
  • Must provide own transportation 
Application Procedure:

Send résumé and cover letter expressing your interest in this internship to the Nellis AFB Marketing Specialist, Ms. Takeira Jones-Bolden at takeira@nellislife.com