Contributing Art Director

Key Responsibilities

• Create visually engaging custom photo collages or other artwork to illustrate and elevate our stories on deadline;
• Commission and direct polished illustrations and photos for web articles;
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously across editorial, social, and product departments, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to deadlines;
• Collaborate with editorial staff and Art Director to ensure our visuals across the site and social media feeds remain high quality, engaging, and relevant to our core audience;
• Sources high quality, relevant stock imagery for daily articles;
• Assist the Art Director with various creative tasks such as photo research or creation of visual social or community collateral

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience;
• 5+ years of experience in an editorial or publishing environment, with a strong portfolio showcasing proficiency across a broad range of visual disciplines, including typography and illustration;
• Dependable availability during critical work hours on the East or West Coast;
• Experience art directing multiple external artists simultaneously;
• Demonstrated skill in editorial illustration with the ability to create custom visuals in a broad range of styles;
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) and Figma;
• Excellent communication skills and ability to respond to feedback effectively;
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with wire/stock photo services;
• Experience with photography (both commissioning and producing);
• Awareness of current visual trends with a love for experimentation;
• Familiarity with hand-lettering and social media design

About Edutopia

Edutopia is an initiative of the George Lucas Educational Foundation, dedicated to transforming prekindergarten through 12th grade (pre-K to 12) education so that all students can acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to thrive in their studies, careers, and adult lives.

The George Lucas Educational Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.