Newspaper Layout / Ad Designer Job at OMGHired-Colorado in Salida

O’Rourke Media Group is recruiting for a dynamic, versatile Newspaper Layout/Ad Designer. This position is located out of our Salida, CO office.  Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The Newspaper Layout and Ad Designer is responsible for creating visually compelling and effective layouts for multiple newspaper titles, sections including news, features, special sections and advertisements. This role requires an excellent eye for design, strong technical skills with design software, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

Key Responsibilities

• Page Layout: Design and arrange newspaper pages, placing articles, images, and other graphic elements to ensure an aesthetically pleasing and logical flow for readers.


• Advertisement Creation: Develop and design eye-catching advertisements for clients, ensuring that ads are aligned with the client's brand guidelines and marketing objectives in both print and digital mediums.


• Collaboration: Work closely with editors and sales teams to integrate content and advertisements smoothly into the final publication.


• Brand and Style Consistency: Maintain and enforce each newspaper's established design and typography style throughout every page.


• Pre-press Production: Prepare final page layouts for printing, ensuring all files are correctly formatted and meet technical specifications.


• Problem-solving: Manage last-minute changes and breaking news, adjusting layouts and accommodating new content while keeping to strict deadlines.


• File Management: Maintain and organize production files, including images, fonts, and final layouts, for easy archiving and retrieval.


• Innovation: Stay up-to-date with current graphic design trends and publishing software to ensure the newspaper remains visually modern and engaging. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: Proven experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio showcasing layout and advertisement design.


• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in industry-standard design software, including Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.


• Design Fundamentals: Strong understanding of typography, color theory, visual hierarchy, and overall design principles.


• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy is crucial for catching typos, correcting files, and ensuring high-quality output.


• Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight, recurring deadlines.


• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various team members and communicate with advertising clients.


• Educational Background: A degree in Graphic Design or a related field is preferred.


• Adaptability: The ability to be creative and effective while working in a high-pressure newsroom environment. 

Compensation Range/Benefits

•  $17-$20/hour depending on experience level.  


• Eligible for medical, dental and vision benefits on the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.


• 16 days of PTO plus 4-5 paid holidays.


• Opportunity for advancement and career growth within the company.

About the Company

O’Rourke Media Group is a family-owned, diversified media company that was formed in 2018. Originally just a holding company that owned a few newspapers, O’Rourke Media Group (OMG) has established itself as an industry-leading, digital media company comprising a cutting edge digital agency and an impressive group of award-winning, hyper-local print newspapers and niche magazines. OMG now operates in eight states, 39 markets with over 55 publications and hyper-local websites. For more company information, please visit our website at www.orourkemediagroup.com. 

Interested candidates should send their resume to: crichardson@orourkemediagroup.com 

Salary/Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour