Junior Proposals Designer – Christie's Auction House

Web Site: http://www.christies.com

Location: New York, NY

Posted: May 13, 2008

Job Description:

PRIMARY FUNCTION/POSITION SUMMARY:
Utilize current graphic design technology and computer software packages to design the proposal document and all materials that accompany it ensuring that all materials are sophisticated and professional.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS (Duties include but are not limited to the following):
· Design the proposal document in a style that is appropriate to the type of property in the collection and the personality of the consignor.
· Interact with Proposal Writer and Specialists to ensure that the appropriate design is carried through.
· Create proposal covers, mock catalogues and layout mock catalogue
entries.
· Design any other special materials that would accompany a proposal.
· Maintain the Proposals department’s database of images and proposals.
· Provide instructions or directly assembles and prepares final layouts for printer.
· Interact with outside vendor for production of certain materials such as proposal covers.
· Other duties include scanning, cutting, and pasting of some materials; ordering special papers, folders and other design related materials.
· Other duties as assigned by Manager.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
· College degree
· Graphic course preferred
· A minimum of one-to-two years of work experience.
· Computer software programs such as Quark, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, InDesign
· Knowledge of printing methods.
· Familiarity with production procedures.
· Ability to work under tight deadlines and intense pressure.

Contact: Send email to skawai(at)christies.com with "design:related job post" in the subject