Steampunked
If you’re a steampunk dreamer like me, then start twirling your handlebar moustache because you’re going to love this!
Rockport Publishers/Quarry Books have revised the submissions deadline for their Steampunk-themed volume. Get your high-res, Neo-Victorian goodies into them by September 1 and join the mad parade.
Open to artisans of:
Costumes and Garments, Accessories, Vehicles, Jewelry, Time Pieces, Gadgets and Contraptions, Head Gear, Artwork & Home Decoration.
To read all the information on how to enter, download this pdf (FIXED, thanks DOM :)
Check it out timelords!
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Therese Ritchie Interview
The 31st Darwin Festival begins on the 12th August showcasing the creative forces of the Top End across all genres of dance, music and art. Of the 75 different events appearing at this year’s festival 47 incorporate local artists and performers.
“31 years ago this was a festival for the people of Darwin, and now thirty-one years on Darwin’s local artists and art makers have developed to such a high standard, nationally and internationally, that the festival has now returned to them”, says Artistic Director Jo Duffy.
Design Federation caught up with participating artists, Therese Ritchie to have a chat about her work and art in the Territory.
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Glen Campbells Shrine at Darwin Festival 2010

Glenn Campbell is the man behind the haunting of this years’ Darwin Festival. With over 15 years experience as an award winning photojournalist he has been courted by the Sunday Arts on ABC Radio National and Art Nation on ABC1 earlier this year. His latest photography series features in Darwin Festival 2010, the theme inspired by three significant moments in the artist’s past. Read the rest of the Glen Campbells Shrine at Darwin Festival 2010 →
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Design Federation & Creative Youth Initiatives

Design Federation is very excited to announce our newly formed partnership with Mission Australia Creative Youth Initiatives’ (CYI) ARTWORKS! program. The proceeds of The Federation Annual, our publication coming out in November this year, will go to this wonderful service.
Creative Youth Initiatives is a unique service that provides young people aged 16-25, who are facing many and varied challenges in their lives, such as homelessness, mental health issues, substance abuse, family breakdown, unemployment and early school leavers the opportunity to access professional and accredited creative programs. Students progress at their own pace in a safe, non-judgmental and supported environment. Read the rest of Design Federation & Creative Youth Initiatives →
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The Death of the Paper Industry

Is the paper industry in the final death throes of its heyday?
Macquarie analyst Alex Pollack sounded the death knell for daily newspapers yesterday when he recommended Fairfax Media axe its Melbourne and Sydney newspapers to boost profits. Read the rest of The Death of the Paper Industry →
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Sydney: Fashion Wholesale Sales Exectutive
FASHION – WHOLESALE SALES EXECUTIVE – $55k
Our client is an established fashion house with an amazing array of women’s wear, exclusive US licenses under their roof. Their brands range from beautiful affordable high end basics right through to urban / street wear denim. Stocked in high end boutiques to surf retailers these brands speak to fashion savvy women.
Due to ongoing growth and expansion, this is a newly created position where you will be joining an established team of four sales professionals to predominately look after 5 accounts.
You will be working at a strategic and hands on level to show ranges, grow the existing account base, and source new business opportunities. 70% of your time will be spent within the Showroom and 30% of your time will be spent on road meeting with existing clients within NSW.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join a reputable and expanding company.
Responsibilities :
- Strong sales experience within a similar position
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience dealing with both small and large retail chains
- Experience with stock and merchandising
- Experience within the fashion wholesale & retail industry
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a successful team
Essential Criteria:
- Strong knowledge of the Australian fashion industry is essential.
- Proven experience handling a large portfolio of brands is advantageous (more than 5)
- Minimum 3 years experience within a Sales Position within the fashion industry
- Must be experienced with Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Be able to think creatively and outside the box
- Be able to work autonomously but as part of a team
All interested applicants should click on Apply now or send your CV in WORD FORMAT ONLY to Aleks at support@whointhezoo.com.au
For a full list of all of our current jobs on, please visit our website www.whointhezoo.com.au
For a confidential discussion please call Aleks on 02 9211 6457 and quote job code 1008-1
We thank you for taking the time to send us your CV application.
Due to expected high volume applications, only candidates who have been short listed will be contacted in relation to their application.
See our new website www.whointhezoo.com.au
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Sydney: Fashion – Mandarin Speaking Production Coordinator
Fashion – Mandarin Speaking Production Coordinator – $45k
Our client is a reputable and established wholesale company supplying to major DDS retailers. Due to a recent restructure they require an experienced Production Coordinator to join their youthful and dynamic team.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position will require you to work autonomously to provide and be of service to your account manager. You will liaise with many suppliers and manufacturers particularly in China, so the ability to speak, read and write Mandarin is essential.
Duties
- Maintain all initial development costing spread sheets for sales with FOB prices in conjunction with all other information related to the product
- Cost all new styles with a minimum of 3 suppliers and organize the sample process
- Raise all orders within 24 hours to the relevant factory and start the sample process
- Follow production process from concept to delivery
- Maintain production schedule and ensure it is up to date at all times
- Follow style production for assigned suppliers
- Ensure styles are produced and shipped to meet buyers delivery times
- Attend internal fit sessions – work with internal QC and Pattern Makers to follow up on customer fit comments
- Liaise with suppliers in regards to fit comments
- Liaising with the Sales Department, negotiate price for all styles
Overall Responsibilities
You will be assessed on your ability to manage the production process, schedule and meet delivery deadlines and negotiation skills to achieve profitable margins. Foresee any technical problems, resolve any issues and streamline the production process.
Skills Required
- Minimum 2 – 3 years in a similar role
- Garment construction knowledge preferred
- Great eye for detail and an understanding of design fundamentals, highly advantageous
- Must be able to speak, read and write Mandarin
For more information please call Aleks on 02 9211 6457 and quote job code 1008-2
All interested applicants should click on Apply Now or email your CV in WORD FORMAT to Aleks at support@whointhezoo.com.au
For a complete list of our current vacancies, please visit our website www.whointhezoo.com.au
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Sam & Henry the Handsom Interview
Design Federation chats to Sam & Henry from new Australian label Handsom about cracking into the Fashion Industry.
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