Print Desk Designer (Contract)

About the role

The Washington Post is seeking a creative, collaborative and deadline-driven Print Desk Designer to help shape our daily and weekly print editions through November 30.

Responsibilities

• Adapt edited text, photography and graphics across print products using The Post's content management systems and design tools.
• Design visually compelling pages and story packages for daily and weekly print editions, as well as special sections.
• Collaborate with print editors and fellow designers to execute strong, cohesive visual storytelling.
• Maintain high standards for accuracy, tone and brand consistency across all print products.
• Contribute ideas for improving workflows, presentation and the overall print experience.
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines while balancing multiple assignments.

Requirements

• A portfolio demonstrating excellence in print news or magazine design.
• Strong typography, layout and visual storytelling skills.
• Strong news judgment and an understanding of how design shapes the reader experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively in a deadline-driven work environment.
• Comfort learning and adapting to new technologies and production workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Prior experience with Méthode, Roxen and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

Qualifications

This contract position can be based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom or performed remotely from another location in the U.S. Print Desk Designers work 37.5 hours per week; schedules typically include some Eastern Time evening shifts and at least one weekend day.

Skills

• Excellent print news or magazine design skills.
• Sophisticated eye for typography and layout.
• Strong news judgment and understanding of visual storytelling.
• Collaborative and effective communication skills.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new technologies and workflows.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with Méthode, Roxen and Adobe Creative Suite.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

This role pays between $7,200 and $9,500 per month, depending on individual skills, experience and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements and the duration of the contract assignment.

Schedule

This contract position works 37.5 hours per week; schedules typically include some Eastern Time evening shifts and at least one weekend day.