MediaNews Group ยท 1 week ago
News Page Designer
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Responsibilities
Ensure timely and accurate page production: Meet daily deadlines for page submission while maintaining high quality standards.
Collaborate with editors and reporters: Work closely with the editorial team to understand the news stories and determine the best visual presentation.
Select and edit visual elements: Choose appropriate photos, graphics, and illustrations to enhance the storytelling and visual appeal of the pages.
Design eye-catching layouts: Create page layouts that are visually appealing, easy to read, and effectively highlight the most important news.
Write clear and concise headlines: Craft headlines that accurately reflect the content of the stories and grab the reader's attention.
Proofread and fact-check: Carefully review all content on the pages for errors in spelling, grammar, and facts.
Stay updated on design trends: Keep abreast of current design trends and best practices in the news industry.
Adapt to changing priorities: Be flexible and able to adjust to changes in the news cycle and editorial priorities.
Qualification
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Required
Experience as a page designer and familiarity with principles of good design
Experience with Adobe based design software or similar page design platforms
Ability to work quickly and make good decisions on deadline
Familiarity with AP style and strong copy editing skills are helpful
Familiarity with Southern California current events and history
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment; strong communication skills
Ability to work and communicate effectively in a remote environment
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or a degree in journalism, communication or related field is preferred
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends
Preferred
Some college or a degree in journalism, communication or related field
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
401K plan
Company
MediaNews Group
MediaNews Group is in local, multi-platform news and information.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Recent News
2024-11-07
2023-07-07
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