NOIA, the Italian word for boredom, is an independent, ad-free magazine founded in 2021. Rooted in collaborations among artists, designers, photographers, writers, and other creatives, NOIA brings together a diverse range of voices and visual perspectives to engage with pressing contemporary issues.

Each issue revolves around a central theme, which we explore and expand through open calls. To broaden the project, we invite a visiting art director to join our small team and help define the theme, craft the identity, and shape the aesthetic of the upcoming issue.

Previous Issues: 01.Absurd Rituals, 02.Reassemblage, 03.States, 04.Absurd Rituals

We are pleased to announce our open call for Art Director of Issue 05. (fully remote)

What will the Art Director do?

The Art Director will work collaboratively with the Creative Director and Editor-in-Chief throughout the lifecycle of the issue, helping with the following areas:

• Defining a theme
• Selecting content from open calls and curating artists/designers to feature
• Developing the visual identity of the issue
• Assisting with executing final layouts and designs

What should I submit?

We'd like to see some of your previous work to understand your aesthetic and point of view. We would also like to hear what themes you're interested in exploring for this issue.

When does the Open Call close?

January 1st

When will I hear the results?

We will send status updates in early January; those who have been selected to move forward will receive an email request for an interview to be conducted in mid/late January.

The final decision will be made and announced in the beginning of February.

Compensation: 300€ honorarium

NOTE: The honorarium is not representative of total hours worked, but is a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

This is a collaborative and passion-driven initiative, self-funded and ads-free.

* Please submit in English. We are an international team and the common language is English, all non-English submissions will be rejected.