TUTS is looking for a designer!
Jul 3rd in News by Collis
Normally I post all my jobs on our FreelanceSwitch job board but since today I'm looking for a designer I thought I would open this up to the entire PSDTUTS audience. In short, we're looking for a freelance designer to work on our growing list of Eden projects with me! If you think that might be you, then read on.
Up until now all our websites and projects have been designed, HTML-ed, and themed up by me, but lately I'm starting to get a little overwhelmed. So we're looking for a freelancer to help ease the load.
What You'll Be Working On
We have some very exciting projects going on and you'll get to work on sites that are viewed by a very large audience. In fact I discovered recently that the Eden sites receive on average a visitor every second. So if you've ever wanted your work seen by literally bazillions of people, here's your chance!
We have a series of projects for you to work on including some small trial stuff, then to design a TUTSPLUS hub site and then to redesign/refresh the WordPress theme we use for PSDTUTS, VECTORTUTS, NETTUTS and AUDIOTUTS - yes you'll get to redesign PSDTUTS! :-)
And then there's lot more stuff after that. We *love* new projects here so there's never a shortage of work to do!
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who can stand on their own two (design) feet, produce good looking design work that is extremely functional, and build it into HTML/CSS/JS/WordPress.
You need to be experienced and have a strong portfolio, particularly with regards to blog design as we do a lot of that.
You will need to be able to produce both new styles and looks and work within existing ones. For example with a PSDTUTS redesign, you would need to work to make something that is a continuation of the theme rather than a whole new look. On the other hand other times you will need to put together something brand new.
You will also need to be happy doing all sorts of different jobs - from designing a MySpace page to a Blog Design to a banner.
In terms of skillset, these are the critical skills:
- Design / Photoshop
- Strong WordPress Theming Knowledge
- Good HTML/CSS Ability
- Ability to Design Usable and Fresh looking Designs
- Ability to Match Designs to Existing Looks
- Good Communication
- You have to be nice to work with! :-)
And of course if you can do things like use jQuery and Flash, then that's also pretty neat!
How to Apply
Email me at collis [@] eden.cc with the subject line "DESIGN ROCKSTAR" < -- that's a super important instruction, so I can filter my email properly!
Include in it links to your portfolio site and/or websites you've designed, and maybe a little bit about you please.
Once a week has passed I'll collect the top few candidates and get a few more details, and then choose someone.
So that's it, if you have any questions you can leave a comment. Thank you very much all for taking the time to read my job ad and for those who choose to apply, thank you in advance for applying! I'm looking forward to reading your emails!
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User Comments
( ADD YOURS )Qbrushes July 3rd
Looking foreword to all these new changes and i hope you find the right person for the job
( )Aaron July 3rd
This is a great opportunity for the right person. Goodluck to all applicants!
( )twisty July 3rd
Hey Collis why dont you post a short bio and small portfolio for your favourite shortlist of designers who apply, and let us vote?
( )After all if they get to re-design this site we are the ones who they have to please
kashyap July 3rd
any small jobs please :P…i dont think im not upto the level !!
( )Lee Milthorpe July 3rd
I think that’s a great idea from twisty! That would really add something to the community feel of the network!
There is nothing web workers love more than to see design changes on their favourite sites, especially if they are for the better. It is very exciting! Good luck with it all Collis.
( )Bruce Alrighty July 3rd
Sounds very interesting, good luck to everyone who participates.
( )Can’t wait to see what else you have up your sleeve Collis.
Andrei Constantin July 3rd
I wonder whether there will be someone from “tuts” community or not
( )kailoon July 3rd
I agree wtih twisty too. At least, have some reference or guide of your reader’s preferences.
( )Bobby July 3rd
I agree with twisty to some standard. I wish we could see each persons portfolio and get to vote but I don’t think the decision should be based on our vote. Our top vote should just be something that is considered. I mean, after all you’re the ones that have to work with this person, not us.
( )Grant July 3rd
The problem with it being a competition is that some people like to remain anonymous when applying for jobs, and it could then raise privacy issues.
Though - this could be easily avoided…
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( )Kuby July 3rd
goodluck
( )Nate July 3rd
May the best designer prevail!
( )Carlos July 3rd
Lol! I have it all except 2&3! I really should learn how to code and shiz!
( )Ben Gribbin July 3rd
I would apply for this, but I am sooooo busy at the moment, hope you find someone Collis
( )b00m July 3rd
good luck to the man, who will work for TUTS
( )kbryhl July 3rd
I was wonders - how much time is needed for this job?
Since, you want a freelancer. So I guess the “winner” should keep doing what he is doing in the real world.
Thanks :]
( )Ali July 3rd
I would consider if only my xhtml/css skills & wordpress skills were good.
( )ZeeDee July 3rd
I agree with both twisty and to some extent, with Grant. But maybe we can tackle the anonymity issue.
( )Coz if i apply(not upto the mark, yet) and after im selected(the best thing to happen to me in 10000yrs), i wud be announcing on 3876544387 communities and blogs, HEY I WORK FOR THE “TUTS” family…..
Anywayz all the very best to all you guyz who apply and also who are selecting the designers.
LONG LIVE PSDTUTS & VECTORTUTS & NETTUTS & AUDIOTUTS…….and ANYOTHERTUTS u guyz come up with.
xoma July 3rd
pff … good luck
( )Ali July 3rd
this persons going to have to be really good. someone like that abduzeedo guy.
good luck finding that person though
( )RUGRLN July 3rd
Yes, I’d love to help, but dunno if I’m upto that level. Not too good with CSS, but I know Photoshop, and Fireworks like the back of my hand. I use it on a regular basis, as well as Photoshop, but I use Fw alot!
( )Simona July 3rd
Good luck finding the right person (too bad you use Wordpress, coz I am quite familiar with Drupal) and good luck to all the great designers that will apply for this position
( )Jimizm July 3rd
Good luck!
( )Dan July 3rd
Heh… I am under a no compete, would have been a great opportunity.
( )Alec July 3rd
Good idea! Must be allot of work for one person..! Hope Abduzeedo will try, if you guys could work together, it would be awesome!
( )Chris July 3rd
I should apply. I have photoshop skills, and can hand write xHtml/CSS and some JS, i prefer to use jQuery at this point. I design wordpress themes from scratch and adore the TUTs sites.
I’m gonna think about it!
( )Matt Radel July 3rd
Damn! Things are pyscho right now - otherwise I’d think about applying. Best of luck!
( )LadyAngora July 4th
wow, i would SOOO love to apply for this, but my css is not strong enough. i’m still learning, though, so one day i hope to be able to accomplish a freelance gig like this!
( )MONSTER July 4th
Sounds like a great opportunity for the right person.
Good luck to all.
( )Dan Volkens July 4th
Man man man man! Great opportunity, but as Matt said, I don’t think I’d have the time to put forth the right amount of effort for this. Do you know how many hours per week on average you would expect from the designer?
( )clark July 4th
I sent in my work and resume for consideration. Reading through these comments almost scares me because I know you community guys have high expectations but I think it’d be an awesome project to tackle.
( )Lamin Barrow July 4th
I would love to apply for this the but unfortunate thing is i haven’t put together a portfolio just yet. Ah well, anyways I am working on an online product that will enable designers to showcase their work in a totally ajaxified portfolio.
( )Craig Snedeker July 4th
I would like to try and do this! I have time, some time, but I WOULD LOVE DO TO THIS!!!
( )Braden Keith July 4th
My pathetic portfolio was sent your way
Good luck to you and choosing the best (*cough* me *cough*) and to the person you choose, good luck.
( )Danny July 4th
I’d want to do this if I were better…
But I’m still a newbie!
( )Jad Graphics July 4th
This is a great opportunity but unfortunately, I am not good enough yet with WordPress.
( )AndrewD July 4th
I know xhtml/css and php, and I can kinda design, but I am not at the level of eden, maybe someday http://www.dotsona.com
( )Kevin July 4th
I applied with a mail.
( )junior July 4th
hey mr tuts
( )is it possible for you to make a tutorial on the new superman logo
this woyld be much appreciated thank you
for your time
Vicky Nimbalkar July 7th
Thats a good Opportunity for Designers. Let me try for it.
( )Rob Docherty July 8th
I sent my information along. Hope to hear back from you soon!
I’ve been in the industry since 1996 myself.
( )Melody July 8th
Omg i wish i could do it but my brother would kill me and im probably not as good as you need(but i am really good)
( )and im only 12
Aaron hall July 10th
Why redesign the whole PSDTUTS.com?? I like the way it is now. Hope you are not going too far
( )Navdeep Singh (Zanetine) July 10th
All Skills Package is Available Here … Love to Work with TUTS..Its my Pleasure to work for u rocking =) Guys
Have a look on my two sites http://www.zanetine.com / http://www.zanetine.in
( )Evolved Templates July 11th
A nice opportunity for people to show off there abilities! Good luck
( )liam July 16th
@Melody - Don’t let your brother hold you back man
Go for it!
( )Umar July 31st
I am really interested in this I have got the experience you are looking for.
http://www.umarstudio.com
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