Join The Team.

Applications Due January 15th by 5:00PM

Contact jdbermud@ncsu.edu and katucke2@ncsu.edu for general application questions or issues

Team Applications and Information

 

Modeling

The modeling team is a place to showcase your modeling talent as an art form. To nurture this skill with first hand experience on set of Platform photoshoots and even during model workshops where we will learn to build our confidence in front of a camera.

When looking through modeling applications, we like to see someone who is willing to step out of the box of just a pretty face. Interesting poses and expressivness is always applauded.

Skills Required: Willingness to learn, enough confidence in themselves that it can be nurtured and grown, and a team player

 

Graphic & Layout Design

The graphic & layout design team is composed of two parts that work as a team to put the magazine together.

The first part is the layout design section. The layout designers take the articles, illustrations, and photoshoots and lay them out in a creative way to enhance the aesthetics of the magazine.

As for the graphic design half of the team, those members work with our layout designers to brainstorm and execute illustration concepts that complement layout designs or communicate the message of an article.

Skills Required (layout designers): Experience or familiarity with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop & experience with graphic/layout design

Skills Required (graphic designers): Experience with digital illustration software (Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, etc.) & drawing skills

Skills Required (entire team): Creativity & can work well in a short span of time

 

Digital/Media

The digital/media team is in charge of creating content for Platform’s social media, website, and podcast. The content created can range anywhere from photoshoot recap videos to photography for Instagram.

If you are wanting to learn more about social media planning, aesthetics, podcast creation, and media management then this is the team for you! 

Skills Required: Familiarity all social media outlets, interest in content creation, creativity, and self accountability  

 

Editorial

The editorial team is looking for eager writers to join their team. If you are interested in writing creative nonfiction pieces, blog-style articles, or just sharing your ideas, you should consider applying!

The main role of the editorial team is to publish articles for both Platform’s online blog and magazine.

Skills Required: Inspired and passionate about certain topics or issues, curiosity, enthusiasm, and authenticity

 

Photography

The photography team is partially responsible for bringing the creative ideas we have for each magazine to life.

We work closely with models, stylists, and set designers to ensure that we capture the perfect moment.

We also use photo editing to enhance the final photos and make them magazine ready!

Skills Required: Communication, Adobe Lightroom, Patience, Attention to detail

 

Styling

The styling team works together to form a collection of clothing and accessories that are cohesive with the given photoshoot.

Using this collection, stylists will be assigned to models to curate outfits that accentuate the photoshoot’s set, mood, and aesthetic while also collaborating with the set design team.

Skills Required: An eye-for-detail, creative, open-minded, collaborative

 

Set Design

As a member of the set design team, expect to collaborate on designs, create props, and source objects that aid in capturing the desired visual aesthetic of the photoshoot at hand. 

Keep in mind, the set design team often brainstorms and collaborates with the styling team due to work overlapping when creating and producing the set.

Skills Required: Resourcefulness, design skill, creativity, craftsmanship, efficiency, innovation

 

MUA

The makeup team is an outlet for creativity. As a member of the makeup team, you'll work closely with photographers, models, and other creative talents to create stunning, on-theme looks for our editorial shoots. With opportunities to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and collaborative setting. Able to learn from peers, experiment with new techniques, and contribute to the overall aesthetic of our publication.

When looking through MUA applications, we like to see creativity and versatility. Experimentation and out of the box looks are always a good thing.

Skills Required: Familiarity in makeup application, knowledge of techniques and products, ability to create looks that align with the magazine's themes and editorial direction, creative perspectives, and strong communication