Transitioning Into Freelance

The move from a full-time permanent position to freelance for a creative is a big step. The allure of schedule flexibility and potential higher wages can be strong, but make sure you know what you’re giving up in return. All the angles have to be studied carefully in a transition like this, because in most cases you can’t say “just kidding” and expect your old job back.

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Digital Content Specialist (CIN008706) - Temporary Position

A Cincinnati Digital Agency is seeking a content-focused, freelance Digital Implementation Specialist to set-up and execute their digital tactics in WordPress and Google AdWords. Having front-end development experience will be helpful. They have a digital strategist who will lead the work so you'll be responsible for making it happen! This will involve setting up keywords, metatags, etc for SEO purposes on their many client sites.

Must know:

WordPress
Google AdWords
PPC Experience

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PowerPoint Production Artist - Temporary Position

CIN008710 • Cincinnati, OH • APPLY NOW

Freelance Production Artist (Illustrator) - Temporary Position

CIN008712 • Cincinnati, OH • APPLY NOW

Liquid Courage: Game Night
Tuesday, March 15 @ 6pm | Rhinegeist | RSVP

Roll the dice with us at our monthly Liquid Courage happy hour! We're heading to Rhinegeist this month for beers, board games, cards, and laughs. This is a great opportunity to get to know your local creative network. And not to worry, this event is not just for designers, all are welcome!

Design in the 21st Century presented by Jose Caballer
Thursday, March 17 @ 6pm | Art Academy of Cincinnati | T ickets

Design in the 21st Century: How Design Thinking and User Experience are changing design and the future our our planet. Join Jose Caballer, Co-Founder of The Skool, for an insightful and engaging discussion on how we as designers can change and mold the future of our planet.

Schedule:
6pm – 7pm: Happy Hour: Drinks sponsored by RDG
7pm – 9pm: Design in the 21st Century Lecture

Strategy Workshops presented by Jose Caballer
Friday, March 18 @ 8am & 1pm | Art Academy of Cincinnati | T ickets

Following Thursday evening's talk, join us for a day full of learning in two workshops presented by Jose Caballer, CSO and Co-Founder of The Skool.

Annual Portfolio Day
Saturday, March 19 @ 9:30am | Art Academy of Cincinnati | Sign Up

Annual Portfolio Day brings together students, educators, professional designers and art directors to review the portfolios of graduating AIGA Cincinnati student members. Students will have the opportunity to present their portfolios to 3-4 professionals from the visual communications field. Students may also win scholarships, thanks to our sponsors: Creatives on Call, Western & Southern Financial, and Curiosity!

Spots are still available for students and professional reviewers are still needed!

Words of Wisdom // WomanUp Gallery Show
Friday, March 25 @ 6:00pm | Spicefire | T ickets

In honor of Women's History Month in March, AIGA Cincinnati and our WomanUp initiative are putting together a gallery show titled Words of Wisdom. This event is generously sponsored and hosted by Spicefire. Pieces are due March 15 and may be dropped off at Art Academy of Cincinnati or at our March Liquid Courage.

Planning to attend the gallery show? Don't forget to get tickets / RSVP!
Light refreshments will be provided.