Production Designer
Baltimore, MD - USA
Job Summary
Join one of Baltimores Best Places to Work!
About the Role
The Baltimore Banner isseekinga detail-oriented and highlyorganizedProduction Designerto support the creation and production of compelling visual assets across digital print marketing events brand initiatives and editorial platforms.
This role is ideal for an early-career designer with strong foundational design skills a curiosity for brand-building and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced newsroom and marketing environment. The Production Designer will help bring creative concepts to life through precise execution ensuring Banner creative assets are produced accurately consistently and on brand across multiple platforms.
The successful candidate is collaborative deadline-driven highly organized and passionate about creating polished visual communications that support audience growth engagement and brand awareness.
WhatYoullDo
Design Production & Asset Development
- Assistin the creation of digital and print marketing materials including social media graphics email marketing assets website promotional graphics event collateral and signage advertising creative presentation materials environmental materials and out-of-home assets.
- Resize adapt andversioncreative assets for multiple platforms formats and audience touchpoints.
- Prepare production-ready files for print vendors advertising partners internal stakeholders and digital distribution.
- Support the development of marketing campaigns promotional materials branded collateral and presentations.
- Helpmaintainand update TheBanner Brand Style Guide.
- Stay current on design trends audience behaviors and emerging digital storytelling formats.
Brand Stewardship
- Support the Senior Graphic Designer inmaintainingbrand consistency across all audience touchpoints.
- Ensure creative materials align with The Baltimore Banners visual identity and brand standards.
- Maintain consistency across multiple Banner brands products campaigns and platforms.
- Organize andmaintaindesign files templates and creative asset libraries.
Collaboration
- Work closely with theDirector of Brand StrategyandSenior Graphic Designer and collaborate with marketing sales product newsroom events philanthropy and people and culture teams on creative projects.
- Incorporate feedback efficiently while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and creative concept development.
- Assistwith quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy in design formatting production specifications and brand execution.
Workflow & Operations
- Manage production schedules and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain organized project files documentation and version control.
- Support ongoing improvements to design processes templates and creative workflows.
- Help ensure creative requests are delivered on time accurately and ready for use across platforms.
What Youll Bring
- 13 years of professional experience in graphic design production design or a related creative role. Internship and freelance experience will be considered.
- Bachelors degree in Graphic Design Visual Communications or a related field preferred.
- Proficiencyin Adobe Creative Suite especiallyPhotoshop Illustrator and InDesign.
- Strong understanding of print production processes and digital asset preparation.
- Excellent attention to detail organization andfile managementskills.
- Strong typography layout and visual storytelling skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communicationand collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with Canva Figma or motion graphics tools.
- Portfoliodemonstratingproduction design marketing brand or campaign-related work.
Nice to Have
- Interestin journalism media civic engagement or community storytelling.
- Familiarity with design thinking and/or user-centered design.
- Video editing skills.
- Illustration skills.
- Positive attitude curiosity and willingness to learn from feedback.
Additional Information:
- Samples of your work:Pleasesubmityour resume and a portfolio thatdemonstratesyourdesignproduction marketing branding campaign event social digital or print work. We are especially interested in examples that show strong attention to detail thoughtful layout typography and the ability to adapt creative assets across multiple platforms or formats.
- Schedule:This position follows aMonday-Fridayschedule. Some schedule flexibility may be needed based onbusiness needs. We offer hybrid work that includes a minimum of three days of in-office work.
- Location:This role is based inBaltimoreMaryland. Relocation or visa sponsorship is not offered.
Salary Range: $65000- $72000.Individual pay may vary from the target range and isdeterminedby several factors including experience internal pay equity and other relevant business considerations. This role is not eligible for corporate bonus opportunity. We constantly review all teammate pay to ensure a great compensation package that is fair andequitableacross the board.
Our Core Values
- Do whats right.Honesty morality respect and the mission guide our actions and decisions. By doing the right thing we inspire others to believe.
- Work together.We collaborate to create something special. Together we challenge assumptions trust each other take risks and foster transparent and direct communication.
- Listen to be heard.Our stories are trustworthy. They are inspired by and created for our readers. Their story is our story. Communities are at the center of our journalism and everything we do.
- Deliver impactful results.Acting as one accountable team and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit we deliver bold and innovative results. We act fast execute and learn. We celebrate great outcomes.
- Be inclusive.We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and act by curating a culture that leverages diverse perspectives as the key to fulfilling our mission. The Banner is for all of us.
The Venetoulis Institute embraces diversity and inclusion and we are wholeheartedly committed to being proactive in inspiring a culture of inclusion across our organization. We are dedicated to establishing an organization that reflects the fundamental respect for different ways of working and living. We assure every employee the opportunity to reach their full potential.
We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation due to a disability to participate in the application process please contactto request accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may include but are not limited to adjustments in the application process modifications or assistance regarding job interviews and accommodations to enable access to our appreciate the value that individuals with disabilities bring to our workforce and encourage applicants with disabilities to disclose their needs for accommodation to facilitate a smooth and inclusive recruitment experience.
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