Page Designer

North Charleston - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Post and Courier in Charleston SC seeks a Newspaper page designer for both online and print editions for its daily weekly and monthly publications.

Duties and responsibilities

Page layout and design:

Create and produce visually compelling page layouts for daily and weekly online and print editions using design software such as Adobe InDesign.
Ensure that all layouts conform to the newspapers established brand and style.
Regularly communicate with editors and writers regarding story placement layout and visual presentation.
Prepare print-ready files managing color profiles resolution and other technical aspects for quality output.
Review and proof designs to check for errors in layout typography and image placement.
Communicate with pre-press and printing departments to resolve any production issues.
Work closely with writers editors photographers and other design team members to coordinate projects.
Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while adhering to strict and tight deadlines.
Stay flexible and be ready to make last-minute adjustments for breaking news stories.

Qualifications:

Exceptional design skills and news judgment
Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy
Strong interpersonal and excellent grammar and language skills
Experience working with Adobe InDesign and knowledge of AP style
Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and BLOX CMS a plus
Bachelors degree in graphic design and/or journalism or comparable experience

Physical Requirements:

Close eye work continuous sitting constant walking standing light to moderate lifting 15-30 pounds (per safety policy).

The Post and Courier in Charleston SC seeks a Newspaper page designer for both online and print editions for its daily weekly and monthly publications. Duties and responsibilities Page layout and design: Create and produce visually compelling page layouts for daily and weekly online and print editi...