Designer, W
NEW YORK, NY /
CREATIVE – DESIGN /
FULL-TIME
W magazine is seeking a Designer to join its Art department. The ideal candidate has a creative mindset, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The applicant will work across all platforms of the W brand, including print, digital, social media, and video.
Responsibilities
Print and layout design
Establishing and implementing best practices for design on W's site and social media
Contributing art concepts in meetings with editors and the Art department
Conceptualizing design ideas, including photography and illustration approaches
Creating visual solutions for articles, including collages and photo illustrations
Video title design and minimal motion graphics
Requirements
2+ years of experience in design with a strong portfolio of work
Strong typography skills and an understanding of graphic concepts
Creative problem solving and idea generation
The ability to collaborate actively as part of a mulitplatform team
Flexible and able to manage multiple projects and assignments, while working quickly and within tight deadlines
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills
Experience with high-end photography and design a plus
An interest in or passion for art, fashion, design, and contemporary culture is ideal
Expertise in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, and some knowledge of Figma
Knowledge of digital design language and the ability to communicate with product developers
A grasp of the latest trends in editorial design across multiple platforms
Bustle Digital Group (BDG) is one of today’s leading, global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture. Over 82 million readers turn to our brands — Bustle, Elite Daily, Inverse, Mic, NYLON, W, Romper, Input, and The Zoe Report — to hear from a set of diverse voices around the issues and interests engaging the next generation. BDG is headquartered in New York City.