In Business Magazine, located in Madison, WI, seeks a highly motivated and detail oriented Graphic Designer to join their sales department. This is a part-time position (25-30 hrs) with a growing local publication. In Business Magazine seeks to elevate the business community’s profile in the Greater Madison area and to provide business professionals with information, opportunities, and insights to best manage their business and enhance professional development. For more information about In Business Magazine, please visit our website at www.inbusinessmagazine.com. EOE. No phone calls please. The Graphic Designer will be under direct supervision of the Sales Manager and will work closely with the sales department and their clients. The candidate will be responsible for 4-color speculative ad design, check-in and approval of client ads, magazine inserts, ancillary materials, internal and external marketing pieces, media kit layout, reprints and plaques.
Qualified candidates will possess:
·A Bachelor or Associates degree in graphic design (or related field), plus at least 2 years of design/production experience with emphasis on publication design; previous magazine experience preferred (design through prepress).
·Thorough knowledge of desktop publishing software (Quark 6.5, and Adobe Photoshop CS, Illustrator CS, and In Design CS).
·Demonstrated willingness and ability to be innovative and diligent in both design and prepress process
·Experience managing multiple projects, adapting to changing schedules and meeting deadlines. Rigorous attention to detail and overall commitment to quality is a must.
·The ability to work well independently yet still able to collaborate effectively within a team.
In Business Magazine offers a fast-paced and fun work environment close to the beltline. We offer a competitive salary with great benefits and an opportunity to grow professionally. If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your cover letter, resume, 3 design samples (pdf format preferred) and salary requirements via e-mail to: artdirector@magnapubs.com. Please indicate the job title “Graphic Designer” in the subject line of your e-mail. No Calls Please. Freelance designers are also encouraged to apply.
