Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at all things creative? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the creative and design space. Is this you? Read on…
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority. Throughout our 30-year history, Insomniac has produced festivals, concerts and club nights for millions of attendees across the nation. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella, and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
Insomniac Clubs are focused on creating a best-in-class experience for our Headliners. Our expanding roster of club partners includes some of the world's top venues, delivering performances from globally renowned DJs backed by top-notch sound and visuals. The diverse calendar of events celebrates the electronic dance music community and culture, offering an endless range of experiences. Insomniac Clubs includes venues such as Exchange, Academy LA, Avalon, Time Nightclub, Nova SD and Bloom.
THE ROLE
Insomniac Clubs is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Junior Graphic Designer with an impeccable attention to detail and strong design sense to join the design team. They will assist the developing designs, resizing created material, and solving problems inherent in designing for multiple formats. The designer must present an enthusiastic view at growing and developing their craft. This position reports to the Graphic Design Manager and Art Director.
Responsibilities
- Support internal and external digital and print media design for all Insomniac projects and brands
- Ability to create materials based on existing style guides to fit brand image
- Maintain quality, organization and proper optimization for all digital platforms
- Experienced in photo retouching, photo-manipulation and compositing
- Retouch artwork according to the creative recommendations and production specifications and expectations
- Responsible of upholding design/brand standards and file naming conventions
- Brainstorm with marketing team and ability to collaborate with various teams to conceptualize creative graphic communications fulfilling project objectives
- Stay up-to-date on latest industry standards and trends for programs, hardware and design to better develop creative and innovative ways to make graphic assets visually engaging
- Foundational understanding of different art concepts
- Flexibility and willingness to learn
- Embrace constructive feedback and comfortable with hands on teaching
- Other design requirements as necessary
- Additional projects assigned as needed
Qualifications
- 2+ years experience in the Graphic Design field
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or similar field
- Basic knowledge of animation, particularly in After Effects, is desired
- Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.
- Intermediate hierarchy, layout and typography skill set
- Knowledge of color theory and balance is a must
- Excellent attention to detail; possesses organizational skills
- Experience in reformatting and resizing digital and print files to multiple dimensions and file format
- Sketching and illustration ability, along with growing skills in photo retouching, photo-manipulation and compositing is a plus
- Knowledge of EDM and Insomniac artists/ brands is preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and busy environments
- Willing to work on the weekends if required
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Guest List Allotments
- Merch Discounts
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Hiring Salary Range: $21.00 - $26.00 USD
Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the California Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the California Law, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.