Newsday Media Group · 2 days ago
Designer
Melville, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$68K/yr - $68K/yrNewsday Media Group is seeking a Designer to support the design, development, and execution of marketing materials that enhance the Newsday brand. This entry-level role involves assisting in creative solutions, collaborating with team members, and managing projects to ensure timely delivery.
JournalismNews
Responsibilities
Assist in conceptualizing and executing creative solutions that align with marketing strategies and brand objectives, from initial concepts through final production
Support the design of print and digital marketing assets, including brand and editorial promotions, emails, flyers, brochures, presentations, social media creative, web elements, and event signage
Collaborate with the Associate Creative Director, and cross-functional partners to contribute to advertising, marketing research, and brand initiatives
Participate in meetings with internal clients and stakeholders to understand project goals, timelines, and creative requirements, and offer design input
Help prepare and manage files for production, including text input, image sourcing, color correction, and proofreading
Incorporate revisions and refinements based on feedback while adhering to deadlines
Assist in tracking projects through the full production lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and on-time delivery
Contribute to managing digital assets and maintaining organized storage and archiving systems
Qualification
Required
Portfolio showcasing marketing-focused design work (including competence in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, web, and email design) is required
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, with competence in web and email design principles
Strong design sensibility with a solid understanding of typography, layout, color theory, composition, and branding principles
Ability to apply creative thinking and problem-solving to develop visually compelling, on-brand materials
Excellent time-management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
Awareness of current design, typography, and digital marketing trends
Experience or coursework in preparing files for both print and digital platforms, with an understanding of production standards and processes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Demonstrated talent, skills, and motivation to learn and adapt quickly in a news media environment
Ability and willingness to work a flexible and varied schedule to include extended hours, weekends and holidays as needed to support business needs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communications, or a related field preferred (associate degree or equivalent professional coursework considered with exceptional portfolio)
Familiarity with Adobe Premiere, Adobe Firefly, Sailthru, Canva, and AI tools such as ChatGPT is a plus
Company
Newsday Media Group
Newsday Media Group (NMG) is one of the nation’s most dynamic media organizations, serving Long Island and New York City through its portfolio of mobile and digital products, print publications and live events.
Founded in 1940
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.38MKey Investors
Meta Journalism Project
2023-02-27Grant· $0.38M
2008-07-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Matthew Catania
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Cutrone
COO Chief of Operations
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