March 2013 Archives
Temporary Web Designer- Essence.com
Position Summary: ESSENCE.COM, the premiere lifestyle, news and entertainment web site for African- American women, is seeking a Web Designer. The person needs to be driven and detail oriented who knows the internet and can communicate and maintain the visual identity for ESSENCE online. Responsibilities: Create compelling designs for initiatives including concept, typography and unique design solutions Quickly utilize the features of new development tools for the web environment Visually integrate all content requirements Articulate verbally and graphically specific design ideas to other team members and clients Understanding of multimedia opportunities and possibilities that may be viable for a project Provide production support in updating and revising existing online assets Mock and Prototype iterations in HTML Design PhotoShop Mockups Execute user testing and browser support Design newsletters and email blasts Flash action scripting and timeline based animations Create Banner Advertising in Flash/jpg/gifEditorial Designer (Web and print)
We're looking for a skilled graphic designer with a modern eye, a background in magazine design and production, proven experience creating marketing and sales collateral, and a demonstrated mastery of digital tools and HTML to join the publishing team at the American Marketing Association. PRIMARY PURPOSE AND JOB FUNCTION Responsible for creating the design and production of trade publications at the American Marketing Association. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Create the business news magazine's design and layout through the use of Apple computer equipment and the Adobe Creative Suite. 2. Collaborate closely with the editor in chief to determine how to convey each story visually, following the editor's artistic direction. Revise layouts as requested. 3. Incorporate supplied art, and source and purchase other images to suit story needs. 4. Ensure the consistent representation of the magazine's visual identity, online and off. 5. Ensure that all layouts meet the magazine's standards for style, text flow, alignment, etc. 6. Meet tight deadlines and scheduling parameters; juggle multiple ongoing projects. 7. Work within a cross-functional team of editors and production personnel to ensure timely publication of the magazine. Work cross-functionally with marketing and sales department on assigned collateral materials. 8. Design and produce direct mail, e-mail and other collateral pieces (both digital and print) for advertising, membership, event marketing and subscription needs, including projects such as brochures, media kits and creative promotions. Includes copywriting and message development of collateral pieces. 9. Collaborate with marketing department to ensure adherence to brand standards for all marketing and sales collateral. 10. Create graphic illustrations, photo spreads, charts, graphs, etc., electronically, with some scanning and downloading. 11. Oversee production of assigned projects, including work with outside pre-press and graphics service bureaus. 12. Work with outside suppliers of art and photography from concept through timely delivery of finished product.Designer - This Old House
This Old House magazine is seeking a Designer to join our editorial team. The position reports to the Design Director, and is responsible for the design and management offront-of-the-book for both the print and tablet versions. The qualified candidate should have strong typographic skills, great attention to detail, a familiarity with illustrations (both conceptual and infographic), and the ability to shape a project from conception to completion in a timely fashion. This individual excels at working both independently as well as in a collaborative team environment. An interest in home-improvement is aplus. Please provide a pdf and samples of your work for consideration.Art Intern
Food Network Magaine (Hearst Corporation) is seeking a graphic design student for a summer internship in the Art Department. The intern will assist in the daily workflow of the magazine. Duties will include: updating layouts, minor imaging work, and some design. Candidates should have an interest in magazine publishing, strong working knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop. Interest in food a plus. Duration: May-September Applicants must receive college credit for the internship this position is unpaid. A commitment of 3 days a week is preferred, from 10 am to 6 pm (flexible). Email resume and PDF of at least 3 samples to: fnmartintern@gmail.comDesigner- Coastal Living (Birmingham, AL)
Coastal Living is a Time Inc. lifestyle magazine, covering home design, decorating, food, entertaining, and travel. We are seeking a designer to join our talented, energetic staff based in Birmingham, Alabama. This key member of the art department should be able to work efficiently to meet firm deadlines, juggle multiple layouts at once, must be detail-oriented, have a strong sense of typography, and be willing to take direction. He or she will be creating dynamic, fresh layouts for all sections of the magazine, and assigning illustration. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of magazine editorial experience. (Candidates with less experience that can demonstrate strong design skills achieved through work and/or internships will be considered.) The designer will report to the magazine's design director and work closely with the senior designer. Expert knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Woodwing is required. Tablet design experience is a huge plus. Please provide a pdf and samples of your work for consideration.Condé Nast Traveler - Freelance Designer
Condé Nast Traveler seeks a motivated, mid to senior-level freelance print designer with publishing, marketing/promotion experience. The designer will work closely with the Creative Director and Associate Art Director on site in our NYC office. Candidate should have 3-5 years experience in publishing. Strong conceptual and design skills, typography and pre-press knowledge. Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint. Candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, flexible and down-to-earth. Responsibilities include: Concept & design promotional and advertorial pages Working on materials for signature events and other various promotional collateral Creating PowerPoint presentations and sales materials Ability to juggle multiple projects & meet tight deadlinePublication Designer
Publication Designer Passionate about making magazines? Of course, that's why you're looking at this job board. We are looking for a junior-level designer with publication design experience to join our award-winning design team at Network Media Partners. Our ideal candidate will know what it takes to make a magazine, in print or digital medium: concepting, strong layout and composition skills, and an understanding of design components (type, color, grid, imagery). You are a fast learner who works quickly and effectively on tight production deadlines while juggling multiple jobs. You live in the details but are able to see the big picture in your work. You are positive and motivated, have a passion for design and an eagerness to grow as a designer. You are ready to learn in a busy studio environment and take responsibility for your work. You may have experience with Adobe DPS, which would be a major plus. At Network Media, your day will be filled with cover concepting and image sourcing, layout work for features and department pages, working directly with client editors and completing final production of the book (to printer or to a digital medium), all for multiple magazines. You'll also get to work on other design projects based on our clients' needs.Photo Director
Washingtonian Magazine is looking for an energetic, well-organized Photo Director with a passion for visual storytelling to join our team. The ideal candidate will work closely with the editorial, art, and digital teams to guide the selection and presence of strong visuals in the magazine and website, as well as enhance the monthly print magazine with multimedia presentations on the magazine's website and tablet editions. This full-time position entails overseeing daily photo research from a wide range of sources, supervising staff photographers, an assistant photo editor, and interns, and spotting and recruiting new freelance photographers for the magazine. This position also involves scheduling upcoming shoots, overseeing the departmental budget, and directing photo and video shoots. He/she will be prepared to bring unique story ideas to the table, as well as being able to execute the visions of the Creative Director. We're looking for someone who is inclined to ask the right questions at the right time--in short, a dedicated, collaborative team player.Graphic Design Intern
InStyle Magazine is looking for a hard-working and creative art department intern to start as soon as possible. Ideal candidate must be extremely organized, a fast worker, possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize, work well independently and in a group, have a keen eye for design and the desire to enter a career in the magazine field. The intern will assist the art department with day-to-day art and production responsibilities including organizing of film for processing, maintaining mini wall, basic layout design and some administrative duties. It is a paid internship.Digital Designer, The Huffington Post
New York City 03.11.13
The Huffington Post is looking for a DIGITAL DESIGNER to work on all aspects of the web and mobile. The designer will report into the Head of Design & UX.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• A stellar portfolio of engaging products you've designed; editorial experience is important.
• Experience taking initiative, and building things from scratch.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross disciplinary teams including editorial, sales, and tech.
• Jedi Master skills with Adobe Creative Suite as well as a pen
• Ability to iterate quickly in a fast paced environment.
• Degree in Design.
• Cool points if you know HTML, CSS, JavaScript and JQuery.
As a member of the HuffPost Tech Team you will start launching new software ASAP. We use a real-world agile development process that includes rapid development of new products designed by small teams working closely with our tech-savvy data-driven editors. We are innovating on the web with partners like TED Talks and leading editorial teams in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa; on mobile with new and ground breaking iOS and Android applications and responsive websites; and with our realtime video network HuffPost Live.
Editorial Design Intern - Trevose, PA
Design 03.11.13