Where Y'at Magazine · 22 hours ago
Creative Director
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveWhere Y'at Magazine is New Orleans's premier free entertainment publication, offering the latest news on entertainment, dining, nightlife, and music. The Creative Director will oversee the development and execution of creative strategies, ensuring the visual and conceptual integrity of the magazine and related media, while managing graphic design projects and collaborating with editorial and marketing teams.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the development and execution of creative strategies
Ensure the visual and conceptual integrity of the magazine and related media
Provide art direction
Manage graphic design projects
Develop branding and design solutions
Collaborate with editorial and marketing teams to ensure alignment with the brand's vision and goals
Serve as the head graphic designer
Be in charge of the design and layout of the print publication
Collaborate with the content posted to the website
Include the graphic design of print and online advertisements as needed
Work with the Publisher, Executive Editor, photographers, and artists to create the cover for each issue
Collaborate with the Executive Editor for the print publication and website
Coordinate with the Executive Editor to work with existing writers to cull and develop story ideas
Collect all editorial submissions from the writers and coordinate with the Creative Director and Copy Editor to prepare the layout for publishing
Manage a pair of graphic design interns who assist in the day-to-day work of the publication
Work with a video intern in creating content for Where Y'at's social media channels and website
Be well-organized and able to work towards future projects while prioritizing the task at-hand
Work in-office Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm
Be available to work additional hours as needed to prepare the publication for print
Carry out many functions while able to work under pressure when unforeseen situations arise
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in Creative Direction and Creative Strategy to lead and inspire effectively
Strong skills in Branding and Art Direction to maintain and evolve the magazine's visual identity
Expertise in Graphic Design, including Adobe Creative Suite, and the ability to create visual content that aligns with strategic goals
Proven leadership and team management experience in a creative environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
A passion for arts, entertainment, and New Orleans culture
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field is an asset
Benefits
Medical insurance
401(k)
Paid vacations
Additional perks that come from working at a media company
Company
Where Y'at Magazine
Where Y'at is New Orleans's free entertainment magazine that provides the latest news on entertainment, dining, nightlife, and music via a monthly printed edition and every day on online and social.
Founded in 1998
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
J
Josh Danzig
Owner
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