Art Director/Production Manager

The ideal candidate will have strong creative skills and a portfolio of work demonstrating their passion for design, visual storytelling, editorial layout and typography. The candidate must have proven experience as a leader working with print media as well as digital. The candidate must be consistently flexible to restructure the publication as needed, adapt to any changes in content or advertising, and adhere to any special requests from clients or editorial. Must be available and able to work within our tight print deadline schedule. This position is in-office M-F. Responsibilities: Conceptualize, create, source and/or commission engaging illustrations/photos/graphics for covers, editorial, web, social media, marketing and promotions. Work with sales team to create promotional materials and ads, share proofs for clients, as well as troubleshooting and archiving camera-ready ads provided by clients Work with editorial team for all page design and proofing process Collaborate with editorial and advertising to create weekly dummies for the publication based on ad revenue and content Work efficiently to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results without compromising on creativity Work closely with pre-press every week and deliver flawless files for print Weekly meetings with the leadership team to forecast, strategize and plan for future issues and company goals Maintain awareness of current industry and technology standards, social media and design trends Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field 5+ years of professional work experience Expert level in Adobe Creative Suite (primarily InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) Experience using Mac platform, DocsFlow, Google Suite and Dropbox Strong creative and conceptual thinking, typography and design skills Experience working with and commissioning freelance illustrators, photographers and other vendors Provide art direction and thoughtful critique Proven experience with print media and process Desired experience with illustration and photography Strong project management skills, prioritization, organization, and ability to efficiently multi-task Clear verbal and written communication Collaborate across teams to produce impactful local journalism Exhibit a deep interest in current affairs and local news, arts, culture and events Portfolio of work required To apply: Please send résumé with two references, a cover letter and a link to portfolio to hiring@eugeneweekly.com Position is open until filled. Eugene Weekly is the alternative to the daily mainstream media. We are locally and family-owned. EW is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and those with diverse backgrounds and experience are encouraged to apply. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift Experience: Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (Required) Art direction: 1 year (Required) Typography: 1 year (Required) Ability to Relocate: Eugene, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person