Horizon Hobby, Inc– Who are we? Well, we’re the global leader in radio control, and we’re all about fun. We develop, distribute and retail the most innovative and exciting RC cars, trucks, planes, helis and boats in the industry. But you won’t find them at your local discount mart– these are technologically advanced “big boy toys”– designed for a growing consumer market worldwide. We’re talking serious fun.

We’ve got a spot for a Creative Group Manager who loves to do the hands-on work but can also drive a team to greatness. We’re looking for a creative leader who lives for great ideas, has expertise across traditional and new mediums, and who thinks that ground-breaking, results-driven design is, well, the only design there is.

But enough about us. Let’s talk about what’s in it for you. You’ll get the opportunity to shape and drive the Horizon Hobby corporate brand as well as 20 additional category brands. You’ll be leading a team of talented designers and copywriters in pursuit of best-in-class creative. And, you’ll work on just about every kind of deliverable out there– packaging, advertising, web, interactive– and anything else you can dream up.

You’ll also be a part of an employee-owned company headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, but with other offices in the US, as well as the UK, Germany, France and China. Over 700 people who are passionate about what they do and dedicated to one thing: helping the world have fun with hobbies.

So if you’re a Senior Designer or Art Director with leadership experience (3+ years minimum) and a portfolio that shows it, let’s talk…now.

Qualifications/Experience:

• BS/BA or BFA in a Graphic Design or other relevant field preferred.
• Five years of creative experience– 3+ in a leadership role– in an agency or design studio setting.
• Demonstrated conceptual/creative ability and understanding of the visual, content and copy needs of branded marketing.
• Broad understanding of traditional and digital media, package design, collateral/catalog design, web and interactive design, social media and mobile.
• Must have demonstrated strong leadership abilities and excellent communications skills.
• Experience leading strategic brainstorming sessions, campaign development, creative brief development and directing creative execution.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities that drive excellence among team members.

For more information or to submit a resume, email Bob Strauss at moc.ybbohnozirohnull@ssuartsb

OPENING PARTY FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 6-10 PM AT INDI GO GALLERY, 9 E. UNIVERSITY AVE, CHAMPAIGN

Looking for some affordable artwork to decorate your pad? Look no further than ABCU 2012, CUDO’s third annual typography exhibit and fundraiser during the Boneyard Arts Festival.

The show features original artwork in a variety of media, created and donated by local artists and designers, depicting uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet, punctuation, and symbols. And best of all, every piece is under $100!

All proceeds will go towards supporting programming for the Champaign-Urbana Design Org (CUDO), including art shows, guest speakers, film screenings, workshops, portfolio reviews, and more! ABCU is CUDO’s major fundraiser for the year, so this is your chance to support what we’re doing in the community and get some one of a kind art. Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted at the opening.

RSVP to the opening on Facebook and follow ABCU on Twitter @abcu_show. To tweet at the opening, use the hashtage #abcu.

See you at the show!

ABCU 2012 Poster by Matthew Harlan

It’s no April Fool that we have an incredible line-up of events for April 2012, so CUDO has officially decreed April as Design Month! The events (both CUDO-sponsored and not) include Pecha Kucha Night C-U Vol. 9, Meet the Pros: Maya Bruck, Linotype: the Film, CUDO Portfolio Review, the ABCU Show, and the Illinois Webmasters Forum. Read on for full details!

PECHA KUCHA NIGHT C-U VOL. 9

APRIL 7 AT KRANNERT ART MUSEUM

Experience PechaKucha Night C-U Volume 9 at Krannert Art Museum, surrounded by art! PKN C-U returns with a new roster of quirky, insightful, and creative minds tapped from Champaign-Urbana’s wealth of talent. Join us Saturday, April 7 at Krannert Art Museum (East Gallery) for an inspiring, artsy evening with friends, beer, and new presentations. Doors open at 7:45pm, show starts at 8:20pm. Seating is limited, and admission is FREE!  And, stay after the show for The Afterdance: Tango, Blues & More with DJ Melih Sener.

MEET THE PROS: MAYA BRUCK

APRIL 11 AT PARKLAND COLLEGE

Ever wonder what the bruck our fearless leader, Maya, does during the day? Find out at during her lecture at Parkland on Wednesday, April 11 from 12-1 pm in Room C118 at Parkland College. More information at: www.gds.parkland.edu/pros/bruck

LINOTYPE: THE FILM

APRIL 12 AT PARKLAND THEATRE

Called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” by Thomas Edison, the Linotype revolutionized printing and society. The film tells the surprisingly emotional story of the people connected to the Linotype and how it impacted the world. Director Doug Wilson will introduce the film and join a panel discussion immediately following the film. This benefit screening will take place at Parkland Theatre on Thursday, April 12 at 8:00 PM and the suggested donation is $7 at the door. More information at gds.parkland.edu/linotype

We still have a few seats left for the special dinner to welcome director Doug Wilson to Champaign-Urbana. If you’re interested in joining the director for dinner at 5:00 PM on April 12, please email Paul Young for reservations by April 9. We have a table reserved at KoFusion and the cost is $60 per person ($50 for CUDO members). The cost includes your dinner, drinks and tips.

CUDO PORTFOLIO REVIEW

APRIL 14 AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS

We’re hosting a graphic design portfolio review on April 14 from 1-3 PM at the University of Illinois Art and Design Building at 408 E Peabody in Champaign IL. Among the reviewers are local design professionals; design professors from Parkland, ISU, Eastern, and SIU; and UIUC alumni. This is an amazing opportunity to interact with designers in the field and get feedback on your work. Afterwards there will be a social in which all of the reviewers and reviewees can network.

There are a limited number of slots available to have your portfolio reviewed. To confirm a slot, please register by emailing gro.oducehtnull@weiveroiloftrop no later than April 9th.

ABCU SHOW DURING THE BONEYARD ARTS FESTIVAL

APRIL 20 AT INDI GO GALLERY

As part of the Boneyard Arts Festival (April 19–22nd), CUDO is putting on a collaborative showcase of letterforms crafted by artists, designers, and anyone with a love for typography. The opening reception will be held on Friday, April 20, 2012 from 6:00pm – 10:00pm at Indi Go Artist Co-Op at 9 E. University Ave in Champaign. The show will feature uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet, punctuation, and symbols handcrafted by local artists and designers in a variety of mediums, with emphasis on handmade processes.

Past mediums have included screen printing, hand drawn illustration, letterpress, collage, sculpture, painting, and more! All artwork will be for sale at affordable prices AND Proceeds will go towards supporting programming for CUDO! ABCU is CUDO’s major fundraiser for the year, so this is your chance to support what we’re doing in the community! RSVP to the opening on Facebook and follow ABCU on Twitter @abcu_show. To tweet at the opening, use the hashtag #abcu!

ILLINOIS WEBMASTERS FORUM

APRIL 25 AT THE ILLINI UNION

Register now for the 13th Annual Webmaster Forum scheduled for Wednesday, April 25, held by our friends at the Illinois Webmaster Steering Committee. This year’s keynote address, “Back to Content Basics: How to be a Jedi Master in our Digital Universe”, will be given by Colleen Jones, Principal at Content Science and author of “Clout: the Art and Science of Influential Web Content“.

They also have a diverse range of sessions planned for the rest of the day, including: Markdown, Social Media, Emerging Open Online Environments in Higher Ed, Mobile Web and App Development, Web Layout Design, Accessible Video, Drupal Modules, Accessibility in Dynamic Applications, Presenting Accessible Math Online, and more. More information here: webmasters.illinois.edu/index.php/registration

Whew! We hope to live and breath design with you in April! Cheers from CUDO, your local design org.

Twelve month, 100% Academic Professional Appointment

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design, code, and maintain web and multimedia pieces for the department. Design, code, produce, and maintain websites, graphics, and ads for FightingIllini.com and various microsites. Operate FlipCams and post videos on Fightingillini.com. Run audio for press conferences. Assist with print design projects as needed. Some duties may be performed during evening and weekend hours.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred. Two to four years in a design firm or comparable experience in an athletics-based design environment. Minimum three years experience working in CSS-standards-based HTML programming. Demonstrate the ability to meet short deadlines, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and work in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment. Strong CSS, HTML, jQuery, JavaScript knowledge. SitePoint knowledge a plus. Print design experience a plus. Knowledge and proficiency of all Adobe Design applications. Proficient in audio/video applications. Knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA Big Ten Conference and institutional rules that relate to the position is required.

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications.

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible after closing date.

APPLICATION:
To receive full consideration, application materials must be received on or before April 24, 2012 Please complete your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a letter of application, resume, and names of three references. Applications not submitted through this website will not be considered. For further information regarding application procedures, contact Victor Cortez, Director of New Media and Creative Services at ude.sionillinull@zetrocv.

Interviews may take place prior to the closing date but no selection will be made until after the closing date.

Apply at jobs.illinois.edu

PKN C-U returns with a new roster of quirky, insightful, and creative minds tapped from Champaign-Urbana’s wealth of talent. Join us Saturday, April 7 at Krannert Art Museum (East Gallery) for an inspiring, artsy evening with friends, beer, and new presentations.

Doors open at 7:45pm, show starts at 8:20pm. Seating is limited, and admission is FREE!

For more information, check out our event page and RSVP on Facebook.

Stay after the show for The Afterdance: Tango, Blues & More with DJ Melih Sener.

Hope to see you there!

Horizon Hobby has a full time opening for a Sr. Graphic Designer. The position is responsible for conceptualization and implementation of design solutions that meet marketing strategies. Creation of design solutions, from concept to completion, in a wide range of graphic applications including: collateral materials, environmental graphics, catalog publications, brand identity, packaging, video titling and multimedia interfaces and tools.

The Senior Designer plays a lead role on any given project and may also assist the Creative Group Manager by leading the work of one or more junior designers to create concepts, comps, layouts and final art. He/she presents visual solutions to internal clients and helps communicate strategies behind design ideas and executions. He/she also assists the Project Analysts to help keep projects on track.

Job Requirements:

• 3-5 years working experience as either a Lead Graphic Designer or Senior Designer. Alternate career experience will be considered upon evaluation of portfolio.
• BA degree in graphic design preferred. A minimum of an Associates Degree in design or related field may be considered.
• Must be highly proficient with current versions of Adobe Creative Suite and familiar with a wide range of other design, web and multimedia software and applications.

Please contact Bob Strauss at  moc.ybbohnozirohnull@ssuartsb for more information or to submit a resume.

Among the reviewers are local design professionals; design professors from Parkland, ISU, Eastern, and SIU; and UIUC alumni. This is an amazing opportunity to interact with designers in the field and get feedback on your work. Afterwards there will be a social in which all of the reviewers and reviewees can network.

Event Details

When: Saturday, April 14, 1-3 PM
Where: Art and Design, Building 408 E Peabody, Champaign IL
Format: Three 15-minute reviews

We suggest you bring around 6-8 of your best pieces. There are a variety of ways to show your work, whether it’s physical pieces, photographs arranged in a book, ipad, laptop, etc. Whichever method you choose, make sure it makes sense for the type of work you are showing and it looks professional.

There are a limited number of slots available to have your portfolio reviewed. To confirm a slot at the event, please register by emailing portfolioreview@thecudo.org. We ask that you please email us no later than April 9th.

Called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” by Thomas Edison, the Linotype revolutionized printing and society. The film tells the surprisingly emotional story of the people connected to the Linotype and how it impacted the world. Director Doug Wilson will introduce the film and join a panel discussion immediately following the film. This benefit screening will take place at Parkland Theatre on Thursday, April 12 at 8:00 PM and the suggested donation is $7 at the door.

CUDO is also sponsoring a special dinner to welcome director Doug Wilson to Champaign-Urbana. If you’re interested in joining the director for dinner at 5:00 PM on April 12, please email Paul Young for reservations. We have a table reserved at KoFusion and the cost is $60 per person ($50 for CUDO members). The cost includes your dinner, drinks and tips. Seating is very limited, so reserve your space today.

For more information about the premiere, please visit the event’s website. You can also RSVP for the premier on Facebook.

Registration is now open for the 13th annual Webmasters Forum, which is scheduled for Wednesday, April 25.

This year’s keynote address, “Back to Content Basics: How to be a Jedi Master in our Digital Universe”, will be given by Colleen Jones, Principal at Content Science and author of “Clout: the Art and Science of Influential Web Content“. We also have a diverse range of sessions planned for the rest of the day, including: Markdown, Social Media, Emerging Open Online Environments in Higher Ed, Mobile Web and App Development, Web Layout Design, Accessible Video, Drupal Modules, Accessibility in Dynamic Applications, Presenting Accessible Math Online, and more. Complete session descriptions will be posted soon.

Register now!

Nearly 100 books and jackets—the best of university press publishing—will be on view.

RECEPTION
Wednesday, March 28, 2:00-3:00 P.M.
University of Illinois Press
1325 S. Oak Street, Champaign, IL 61820

All viewings, and the reception, are free and open to the public.

A high quality catalog shows each entry in full color with typographic, paper, printing, and binding information, along with designers’ and judges’ comments.  A limited number of catalog copies will be available for free.