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Freelance to Hire Art Web Director

posted on Feb 27, 2012 by emily

LimeRed Studio, a web and print design firm in Chicago, is looking for a freelance art director who lives in or near Chicago. This position will be 3-4 months of freelance with the opportunity for a full-time position in 2012.

NO recruiters, PLEASE.

We're not into advanced degrees or big names. We just want to see good work. And we want to know you can follow a process.

Please respond only if you:

Live in or near Chicago. We have in-person meetings.
Are a full-time freelancer. We work during business hours.
Use a Mac.

Required application components:

A well-written, thoughtful cover letter that is a break from the normal sludge.
Your hourly rate.
References, at least two, with phone numbers.
Portfolio, be that a PDF or a website.

Incomplete applications will be thrown away. You know how many of those things we get? Surprise us with completion!

We're looking for someone who:

Understands the fundamentals of design, usability and website architecture
Has at least 5 years of experience in design or can demonstrate advanced design skills
Understands programming, technology and their opportunities and restrictions
Understands mobile and/or responsive web design
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite v5
Is responsive and available, can work to meet deadlines.
Has a working knowledge of ExpressionEngine, Wordpress and Drupal

Please address your competency with the above items in your cover letter.

Art Director responsibilities: