Job description

Summary:

The Southern California News Group (SCNG), a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is looking for a talented News Page Designer to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a highly experienced team of designers to create compelling print News sections for SCNG, the Bay Area News Group, and the San Diego Union-Tribune — reaching a large and diverse audience across California.

This is a fully remote position but you must live in one of the following Southern California counties: Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside or San Diego.

What you will do:

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

What you will bring:

Experience with newspaper 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 preferred
Familiarity with Southern California current events and history
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a remote team environment; strong communication skills
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

Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly wage is $24.04 ($50,003.20). Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: https://mybensite.com/mng

Who we are:

In 2016, the Southern California News Group (SCNG) rapidly became a major U.S. news organization bringing together prominent publications like the Orange County Register and Riverside Press-Enterprise under the MediaNews Group umbrella. SCNG has become the largest news content provider in the five-county Los Angeles metropolitan area, boasting a leading circulation nationwide with 11 daily newspapers and over a dozen community weeklies. Our mission is to connect communities by providing readers with top-notch local news coverage and offering advertisers unparalleled access to a diverse and engaged audience. No matter the distribution vehicle - newspaper, magazine, mobile, online - SCNG's in-depth reporting on local news, politics, sports, and entertainment attracts a highly desirable audience of over 8.1 million adults weekly. This makes SCNG the leading local news provider and an indispensable marketing solution for Southern California advertisers.

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EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Riverside-California/News-Page-Designer_R2373.

Closing Date:

Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment:

A full pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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