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Madjanah Walters: Queens College Alumni and U.S. Fulbright Program Scholar heads to Taiwan

The Design Faculty is pleased to start the Fall 2025 semester with the announcement of an impressive accomplishment by one of our talented alumni who graduated just last year. We want to wish Madjanah Walters well as she leaves NYC to pursue her master’s degree through a prestigious U.S. Fulbright Program this month. Professor Amy Fortunato interviewed Madjanah so she could share a little about her experience with the QC Design community.

Amy: What were the main factors that inspired you to apply to the Fulbright Program to study abroad?

Madjanah: To me, Fulbright is a chance to explore a fascination I missed out on. I had already been thinking about it a year prior, and let the deadline past me by. CUNY also offered another study abroad for my final semester, but it was too expensive for such a short window. Flash forward to graduation, I don’t have any major commitments, and the luxury to design my life as I see fit after working my entire college career. I was driven to Fulbright to push myself to explore my ignorances and teach myself how to live just for me. Also, I wanted to understand another culture deeply, to learn Mandarin and develop myself creatively. Traveling to Taiwan had been on my list of places to explore for a longer term too, so it really melted together. 

Amy: Did you know anyone who has taken a similar path?

Madjanah:  In terms of a study abroad, I have one friend who did a program in Japan and another friend who did one in Cuba, both for a semester. After that, there isn’t anyone in my group or immediate family that have done anything as intensive as a Fulbright.

Amy: What are you most looking forward to as you prepare for this next chapter?

Madjanah:  A proper train system. I’m only half kidding. Honestly, all the people I’ll be able to meet and get to know. Also, the experience and growth that comes with being in brand new city alone. It’s exciting all around. In a specifically living in Taiwan lens there’s this vegetarian/ vegan Map with restaurant recommendations in each region, and I will be on that the second I land. (https://ting-huei-chen.github.io/taiwanVegMap/about.html)

Amy: Were there any experiences at Queens College that left a lasting impression on you?

Madjanah: My last semester was, a little, chaotic, but working on my capstone really blew me away. Looking back at it, I’m able to see the accumulation of everything I was taught coming together and the people that brought me that knowledge. Your class really opened my eyes to this curiosity for books that never really had before. You could call that whole class an experience, and that still affects my day-to-day ( I had a 10 minute conversation last weekend on lokta paper, perfect binding and art direction in the publishing world). My acting classes with Claudia showed me that I can actually direct people and make things happen when I need it to make a vision come to life. All the seeds that were planted in my mind and led to powerful moments.   

Amy: What advice would you give to a Queens College student who is also interested in pursuing a master’s degree abroad or applying to the Fulbright Program?

Madjanah: Give yourself time, and think about the power of your life/your story. This is a game of delayed gratification from the research phase all the way up to submission in October. The longer you give yourself to really flesh out your motivations, the better chance you have. Because these kinds of programs are open to people across the nation, and (I’m assuming) what they want to hear is why YOU deserved to be the person they pick to teach English as ETA or get a masters or career boost in your desired country.  Diving into the history of your chosen country is also something I recommend; what about the country excites you or what are some challenges you could run into?  In terms of applying for a Master’s: thinking about what your thesis could be is really helpful. The biggest piece of advice I could give is, lean on your community. Hit up the QC writing tutors, ask a few people to read it over, reach out to alumni from your desired country, and join the Fulbright applicant Slack; there is a world of people willing to help you for free just because they recognize your ambition. 

AIGA Portfolio Development Studio. Now Accepting Applications!

This 6-week, 12-hour online course aims to help you understand the critical elements needed to have a portfolio that’s right for the projects or jobs you’re seeking. Each week, group crits and activities will help you improve your work and the presentation of your work so that you can put your best foot forward.

Join AIGA’s Lee-Sean Huang for: 

  • Guidance and feedback from industry experts,
  • Support from your fellow designers, and
  • Confidence in telling your story.

Registration closes September 13!

Learn More and Apply!

Attend the Hybrid Career and Internship Fair on March 17 and 22

From the Office of Career Engagement and Internships:

The inaugural hybrid Career and Internship Fair is open to all Queens College students and alumni. 

  • Day 2 : In-person fair on Wednesday, March 22, 12-2:30 pm, Student Union, 4th Floor (early admissions at 11:30 am for students who have participated in Career Fair preparation events and COOP 201 World of Work classes). Registration: www.qc.cuny.edu/hireqc (Events>Select>Attend). 

More than 30 employers, including top organizations, will be recruiting candidates for internships as well as part-time and full-time career opportunities. Visit the Center for Career Engagement and Internships fair website for prep sessions, fair details, and a list of employers who will be recruiting.

Why should you attend?

  • Participate in career prep workshops.
  • Make meaningful connections with recruiters.
  • Secure your next internship or job.
  • Take a professional photo for LinkedIn.
  • Interview with employers on campus.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Team One (Virtual) 2023 / April 12 – 19, 2023

Calling all Black advertising students and recent graduates! For the third exciting year in a row, The One Club for Creativity’s Inclusion & Diversity department has partnered with Team One to host a weeklong virtual Creative Boot Camp.

Taking place on April 12–19, this intense eight-day workshop groups participants into teams to take on the challenge of solving and presenting real creative briefs. But don’t worry, you and your teammates won’t be alone — you’ll be mentored by some fantastic industry professionals all the way to the finish line, where the winning group will receive an internship at Team One!

While the content of this Creative Boot Camp will be of particular relevance to Black creatives, applications are open to all US-based students and recent grads looking to break into the industry. 

The deadline to apply for this year’s Team One Virtual Creative Boot Camp is Monday, March 27. Apply today or spread the word to those you’d know would benefit from this challenge!

TEAM ONE VIRTUAL CREATIVE BOOT CAMP
APRIL 12–19, 2023 
VIRTUAL
APPLICATIONS DUE: MARCH 27

Learn More + Register:
https://www.oneclub.org/one-id/bootcamps/-team-one-virtual-2023

AIGA NY Annual Job Fair

Join us for our annual job fair!

Are you a design student, recent graduate, or early to mid-career professional looking for a new role? Join us for AIGA NY’s annual virtual job fair and meet creative companies helping you take the next step in the design industry!

Whether you’re just getting started or are in the midst of a search for your next role, this year we’re inviting designers in the first five years of their careers to participate. The job fair is a great opportunity to connect with representatives and recruiters representing New York’s top creative companies and studios looking to connect with talented designers like yourself. Find out what a typical day is like for their designers and hear what creative directors are looking for in roles they’re hiring for.

We’ll also be hosting our Advice Booth, staffed with current AIGA NY board members ready to provide valuable information and insights to help you succeed in your career.

Event Series: Mixers, Job Fairs, and Workshops
AIGA NY Virtual Job Fair is part of the Mixers, Job Fairs, and Workshops event series. These events are focused on community building, networking and exposing new working environments.

Event graphics: Troy Vasilakis

Tickets
We are committed to keeping events accessible to all participants. Your donation supports AIGA NY and costs associated with event production costs. If ticket cost is a barrier, please contact [email protected].

AIGA NY Annual Job Fair~Now for Early and Mid-Career Professionals

Community (Social Media) Manager Job

Serino Coyne just posted a Community Manager role. Great for recent graduates or alumni with about 1 year of experience.
Here is the posting link to apply:
https://serinocoyne.agilehr.com/CareerPortal/JobDetail.aspx?enc=QPQDKqwXNuJybHyCBjvzp5i0bhT4zysFjvUTQj/LTcC2wBnyg+4UXArErJbu0sJ1hzKjMdOISSXnzasHRRw9F9AHTU1q8pzz4lM2euPmDAA=
We are a full-service marketing and advertising agency that marries the human stories of our clients with storytelling, art, data, and conversations that are smart and compelling. That’s Serino Coyne.
We believe in the transformative power of a shared live experience. No matter where people buy a ticket – the theater, an attraction, a museum – we’re there because we know what it takes to connect creators with seekers. We are makers and thinkers, analysts and storytellers, artists, and filmmakers. We make meaningful connections that inspire. We create. We innovate. We nourish.
Our employees are our best investment. We value and celebrate each person’s worth, purpose and identity because that’s how our family flourishes. An inclusive and diverse workplace is a powerful workplace, and we strive to reflect and support equity and opportunity in all we do. We’re continuously learning and improving because that’s how thoughtful change happens.
 
We are looking for a Community Manager who will be handling a wide range of social media projects, is very proactive in initiating and responding to posts and comments and is able to work independently with little to no supervision. Well organized, flexible and enjoy the deadline-driven challenges of working at an ad agency. Previous advertising, marketing, media or entertainment work environment experience preferred.
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following):

  • Collaborate in the development of social media strategies and tactics for client campaigns
  • Oversee the day-to-day posting, monitoring, engagement and general maintenance of all social media platforms and other primary owned channels for all clients
  • Execute long-lead interactive campaigns that spark fan engagement and interest in the show and get national – even global – attention
  • Monitor trends in social media tools, applications, channels, design and strategy and recommend them when strategically appropriate

JOB REQUIREMENTS (include but are not limited to the following):

  • 1+ year digital/social media marketing experience, ideally in the entertainment industry
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms (TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Tumblr, Google+, YouTube, Pinterest, etc.) and how each platform can be deployed to meet marketing objectives
  • Independent, motivated, creative and detail oriented. Ability to quickly shift priorities
  • Solid technical understanding and strong computer skills (including MS Office and Mac OS X), and the ability to pick up new tools quickly
  • Experienced with social media scheduling and analytical tools such as Sprout Social, Falcon, HeyOrca
  • Ability to identify potential negative or crisis situation and apply conflict resolution principles to mitigate issues
  • HTML, Adobe Creative Suite, blogging, creative writing, video or other skills related to social media marketing are a plus
  • Flexibility to work evenings when needed
  • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
  • Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
  • Must be able to problem-solve in a timely manner
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Advertising, Marketing or relevant field preferred

 
Serino Coyne is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Web Designer & Developer Job / Studio Fulchi

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
We’re a boutique design firm located in Miami, Seattle, & New York, working with brands across the world.
We’re a creative bunch that loves nothing more than a good brainstorming session with tons of coffee. We’re all about strategic design (aka a reason for each curve, type, and stroke) and have a deep love of bringing brands to life through multiple mediums. We’re the deep thinkers, rebuilders, and how-to-be-consistent experts that are so ready to bring your brand to life.
We’re currently in the midst of rebranding our studio from Kristen Fulchi Design Studio to Studio Fulchi.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Our developer is moving on to a new opportunity and we’re looking for a talented Web Designer & Developer to join our team! We’re a growing boutique design firm which allows this position to be a mix of multiple specialties. We’re looking for someone who not only has an absolute love of design, but a knack for code as well. This position requires full knowledge of the Shopify platform as well as Adobe XD. In addition to designing & developing websites, you’ll have the opportunity to join, learn, and work on multiple other facets of the studio as we continue to grow. This role requires strong coding skills, a killer design eye, the ability to work with feedback, meet studio deadlines, and of course, a love of our KFDS/Studio Fulchi style!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Design Website drafts in Adobe XD
+ Build out full Shopify websites with custom code
+ Meet with Design Lead for initial direction and feedback
+ Work through revisions
+ Support clients during their support period
+ Record Client Training Videos
+ Various other Studio tasks as we continue to grow
PROGRAM SKILLS:
+ Shopify
+ CSS
+ HTML
+ Liquid
+ Adobe XD
+ Javascript (a plus)
+ Other Adobe programs (a plus)
PERSONAL SKILLS:
+ Self-starter – can take a request and complete it without needing step by step instructions
+ Strong communicator – willing to be open about what they need additional clarification on
+ Loves an open, honest, and collaborative environment
+ Detail oriented
+ Available to respond to email/text quickly
+ Responsible/Timely – ability to meet studio deadlines
+ Positive mindset – we can do anything!
+ Must love our design style and design similarly
+ Ability to adapt design style to fit the client’s defined aesthetic
HOURS: 40 hours a week
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Salary
LOCATION: Remote with flexible hours, must be available between 8am and 5pm EST for communication/team meetings
Apply Here

Gallagher and Associates Visual Design Internship 2021

Summer 2021 Internships at G&A

We are looking for enterprising students to join our New York office as part of our media team. Our studio predominantly focuses on digital interfaces and immersive media-driven projects. The backbone of the work that we do consists of exhibition design and museums, having recently opened projects such as the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville, Tennessee, and U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
See some of our Digital work here: 
http://www.gallagherdesign.com/projects/services/digital-media/
As an intern you are an excited designer, open to learning and creative dialogue with the ability to work collaboratively in a fluid studio environment. The internships will be composed of time working with our multidisciplinary teams in the office in order to get a sense of our overall process. 

Visual Design Intern

Qualified candidates should have:

  • A strong visual background with great sensitivity to typography and robust graphic design skills
  • An understanding of and interest in interaction design
  • Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite programs
  • Motion and animation skills are a plus
  • Working knowledge of Adobe XD, prototyping tools such as Invision, Framer is a plus

Roles and Responsibilities include:

  • Participating in studio brainstorms and creative conversations
  • Helping to refine and further develop visual concepts with the team 
  • The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced studio environment
  • Being an accountable and contributing member of the studio
  • Pushing personal creative growth and discovery

To apply for the visual design internship, fill out this form.

Motion Design Intern

As a Motion Graphics Design intern at G&A, you are passionate about pushing the limits of storytelling through visuals, pace, and motion for a wide range of projects and formats. You have some solid foundations in After Effects and/ or C4D, and keep yourself informed with motion trends, tools, and plug-ins on a daily basis. Our work in the studio spans from mood-board creation, motion samples for interactive, style frames for films, and large-scale immersive environments using projection mapping. You are eager to learn the multi-faceted aspect of our work and open to a learning and creative dialogue with the ability to work collaboratively in a fluid studio environment. You will have the unique opportunity to work and learn from our multi-disciplinary teams in NYC, PDX, and DC, by contributing actively to our projects under other designers mentorship and creative supervision.
Qualified candidates should have:

  • Experience working with After Effects and/or Cinema 4d.
  • A strong visual background with great sensitivity to typography and graphic design skills
  • Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite programs
  • Working knowledge of other 3d softwares, creative coding, prototyping tools and projection mapping is a plus.
  • Motivation to expand your skills in the intersection of physical and digital.

Roles and Responsibilities include:

  • Participating in studio brainstorms and creative conversations
  • Helping to refine and further develop visual and animation concepts with the team 
  • The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced studio environment
  • Being an accountable and contributing member of the studio
  • Pushing personal creative growth and discovery

Our internships are paid, and you will need work authorization for all positions:
You need to be able to work legally in the US:

  • For current international students, you are able to use CPT in order to legally work at Gallagher and Associates.
  • For all others, you should have an approved OPT in order to work at Gallagher and Associates.

To apply motion design internship, fill out this form.

UX Intern

As a UX design intern, you are an excited designer, open to learning and creative dialogue with the ability to work collaboratively in a fluid environment. You will be working on different projects with exhibit designers, visual designers, content developers , and creative technologists. 
Qualified candidates should have:

  • Proficiency in user research, user experience design and interaction design
  • Human-centered design practices
  • Proficiency in Figma or Sketch, and the Adobe Creative Suite 
  • 3D modeling, storyboarding and motion are a plus
  • Prototyping skills in tools such as Invision, Framer,  between others.

 Roles and Responsibilities include:

  • Research audience, comparable experiences
  • Sketching concepts quickly
  • Participating in brainstorms and creative conversations
  • Wireframes
  • The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced studio environment
  • Being an accountable and contributing member of the team
  • Pushing personal creative growth and discovery

To apply for the UX internship, fill out this form.

Senior Designer Position at WE

Overview

Our WE Codeword team is looking for a Senior Designer/Art Director with strong fundamental design, illustration, and UX skills.
We are in need of a super-organized, detail-oriented, tech-savvy art director and designer to work on a variety of projects with a healthy amount of independence. You will be collaborating closely with our team of designers, copywriters, strategists, and account managers, designing a steady stream of visual content for a major tech client. You will be involved in concepting new ideas, producing work, and reviewing work from junior team members.

Responsibilities

  • Providing art direction and creative concepting for large tech brands
  • Producing static and animated visuals for social channels and other digital platforms
  • Pushing the boundaries of collaboration tools & non-design platforms, such as Google G Suite (Docs, Slides, Google Sites), PowerPoint, general CMS tools
  • Communicate with and present work to clients
  • Reviewing design work from other team members

Qualifications

  • 5+ years’ experience in design, advertising or marketing, or digital publishing
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects)
  • Art Direction
  • Vector illustration
  • Layout & typography
  • Motion Design
  • Basic web UX/UI principles, and familiarity with Sketch
  • Powerpoint, Google Docs/Slides, and Keynote

About us
WE Codeword is a fast-growing agency that combines content, media relations and thoughtful creativity to build effective communications programs. We work with the biggest and smallest tech companies in the world, and our clients trust us to launch their startups, run multi-channel campaigns, grow their user bases, and lead comprehensive PR and marketing initiatives. We’re storytellers and brand engineers, and we love big ideas that serve a real purpose. We’re a proud member of the WE Worldwide network.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.
 
Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.

Learn more and apply here.