Senior Art Director

This role is open for applications through Monday August 19 2024.

Our Design team is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Art Director. This role is uniquely positioned to leverage your extensive design expertise and passion for cutting-edge technology to shape the future of our 800+ hyper-local magazines’ visual storytelling. You’ll play a pivotal role in exploring the use of automation and AI in template and magazine design particularly using Adobe InDesign.

Interviews for this opening will be conducted via video calls. This role is fully remote.

Think you’ve got the attitude and the aptitude for this exciting full-time role? Keep reading speak to your leader and apply today via the link below!

In a Typical Day You’ll:

• Develop and execute compelling visual layouts / templates for our magazine ensuring consistency with content brand identity and editorial vision.

• Oversee the design and layout of many of our 800+ monthly magazine editions ensuring high-quality standards and creativity are maintained.

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously meeting tight deadlines without compromising on quality.

• Manage and collaborate closely with Designers content creators and the Marketing team to create visually engaging layouts that enhance the reader experience.

• Explore and implement automation and AI tools in the design process particularly with Adobe InDesign and Adobe Express.

• Experiment with and evaluate new design techniques and tools to streamline production processes.

• Work closely with junior Designers to create cohesive and captivating visual narratives.

To Land This Gig You Need:

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in art direction preferably in the magazine or publishing industry.

• A proven track record of creating visually compelling award-winning magazine layouts.

• Expert proficiency in Adobe InDesign Photoshop Illustrator and other Adobe software.

• An understanding of publication workflows and the ability to create new workflows. (Adobe Express or Firefly knowledge is a plus!)

• A strong understanding and interest in gaining practical experience with automation and AI tools in design.

• Exceptional creative vision and attention to detail.

• The ability to conceptualize and execute innovative design solutions that engage and inspire readers.

• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

As a Reminder Some Things We Bring to the Table Are:

• Full health care package.

• Free basic dental.

• 401(k) with company match.

• Generous paid time off including a one week paid Holiday Break.

• Twelve weeks paid maternity leave.

• Three-week paid sabbatical after fourth year of service.

• Access to a licensed nutritionist.

• $7K toward purchase of first home.

• Financial planning services.

• Employee Assistance Program with mental health services and more.

• Annual $400 wellness stipend.

• Monthly remote-work reimbursement.

• Access to LinkedIn Learning

• Pet care discounts and insurance.

• The ability to help fight human trafficking through N2GIVES our giving program.

Talk to your leader and apply now below!

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