Were the UKs leading premium publisher and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan Esquire ELLE Harpers Bazaar and Country Living. Weve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. Well always try to develop and improve we trust each other to do our best and we have fun as we build on our heritageto make history.
The Role
ELLE and Harpers Bazaar are two of the worlds most iconic fashion and lifestyle brands renowned for their distinctive visual identities and innovative design. We are seeking a talented detail-oriented Designer to join our art team working across both titles to create beautiful engaging layouts and digital visuals that reflect each magazines unique aesthetic.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative with a strong eye for typography photography and layout who can adapt their style between two distinct brands.
Main Duties
Design visually striking layouts for ELLE and Harpers Bazaar across print and digital platforms.
Collaborate closely with the Art Director Picture Editors and Editors to bring features to life.
Art-direct shoots when required ensuring visual consistency with each brands identity.
Create assets for social digital and marketing use maintaining brand coherence.
Manage layout amends retouching requests and pre-press preparation to meet production deadlines.
Contribute fresh design ideas to elevate the visual storytelling of both magazines.
Stay up to date with design trends fashion photography and editorial innovation.
What We Are Looking For
Proven design experience within a magazine or similar editorial environment.
Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Photoshop Illustrator essential; After Effects a bonus).
Strong typographic skills and an understanding of visual hierarchy.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with excellent attention to detail.
A team player who thrives in a creative fast-paced environment.
Flexible and confident in switching between ELLEs dynamic modern tone and Harpers Bazaars refined luxury aesthetic.
Strong visual awareness and passion for fashion beauty and culture.
Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.
Benefits
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Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in one that respects protects represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business we recognise the significant benefits of creativity collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why were working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.
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