Magazine Layout Artist with Marketing Background

Role Summary

Position: Magazine Layout Artist with Marketing Background

Responsibilities

MUST HAVE STRONG MAGAZINE LAYOUT EXPERIENCE (Please include your magazine layout portfolio/ sample works when applying)

Client advertising design, including design and basic copywriting

• Client ad trafficking process using Mirabel Magazine Manager for organization, plus email and phone to contact clients for camera-ready ads, proofs, and revisions
• Basic website updates/design in WordPress/Magento

Email marketing (MailChimp/Constant Contact)

• Collaborate closely with the editorial team to understand the thematic and visual requirements of each issue.
• Design innovative and visually striking magazine layouts that complement the content, showcasing automobiles in the most captivating way.
• Incorporate a keen understanding of typography, color theory, and design principles to enhance the overall aesthetic of the magazines.
• Source and select high-quality images, ensuring they are properly retouched and optimized for print.
• Work collaboratively with photographers, writers, and editors to ensure a seamless integration of content and design.
• Maintain consistency in design elements while infusing fresh ideas and creativity into each issue.
• Adhere to production timelines and ensure all layouts are print-ready by the deadline.
• Stay updated with design trends, automotive industry developments, and printing technologies to bring innovative ideas to the table

Requirements

• Proven experience as a layout artist, ideally with a focus on editorial design and magazines.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) or similar design software.
• A portfolio showcasing a strong understanding of layout design, typography, color usage, and image selection.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a creative team.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Understanding of print production processes and requirements.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project demands and timelines.
• Experience in Marketing such as basic website design and email marketing.
• Experience in Marketo/WordPress/Magento
• WFH set up on US hours (9 a.m.-6 p.m. MST)
• Work directly with the client
• 20% Night Premium
• HMO Coverage
• Statutory Employee Benefits
• Leave Accrual Benefits
• AMD Ryzen 5 latest and up / i5 latest and up, 16 GB and 32GB SSD, 500GB Storage 1TB, Windows 10 or 11, RTX 30's up
• Fiber 20mbps or higher