Assistant Art Director

Cincinnati Magazine seeks a designer with a passion for visual storytelling and art direction.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Work on editorial and custom publications as well as special advertising sections: flow in and style text, route to editors efficiently, design page layouts, and get approval from clientsManage multiple deadlines: designer will be working on multiple projects at a time with varying deadlinesDesign within various branding stylesCreate creative briefs and commission original artwork from illustrators and photographers as neededNegotiate fees, manage contracts, track photo credits for all commissioned artworkBrainstorm art and editorial ideas with the teamColor correct and prepare artwork for publication, website, and socialSource pick-up art and stock artThink creatively to produce new ideasOther duties as assignedQualifications:Highly proficient with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop. Knows not only how to use, but when to use eachA positive attitude and flexibilityStrong organization skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects while still meeting necessary guidelinesSelf-motivated, independent worker, capable of executing project guidelines without continuous oversightComfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentStrong communication skillsStrong attention to detailPortfolio that shows off layout design skillsKnowledge of modern printing processes is a plusEducation/Experience:College degree in communication designAt least 3 months internship or co-op experience preferredApplication Process:Please email us at the following: a cover letter, resume, and portfolio samples (pdf or website link). Applicants who don’t provide portfolio samples will not be considered. Due to a high quantity of applications, we cannot respond to every application.