Summary:
The NorCal Design Center is searching for a talented Page Designer to join our dynamic team. We design 12 daily newspapers and four weekly publications, delivering engaging and visually appealing content to our readers. As a Page Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the look and feel of our newspapers, with a particular focus on sports pages. This position requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Please note, only candidates residing in California will be considered
What you will do:
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Design Pages: Create visually compelling pages for MediaNews Group newspapers using InDesign, with a special emphasis on sports content
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Collaborate with Editors: Work closely with editors at various NorCal publications to ensure content is presented clearly and effectively
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Proofread: Review pages for spelling, grammar, and other errors to ensure high-quality output
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Layout and Composition: Implement strong layout and composition techniques to enhance the reader's experience, especially in sports sections
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Enhance Visual Storytelling: Utilize graphics, photos, and other design elements to improve storytelling on sports pages
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Adapt and Innovate: Stay updated with design trends and bring innovative ideas to the table
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Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the design team
What you will bring:
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Design Skills: Proficiency in InDesign is preferred, but not required—we're willing to train the right candidate
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Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail to ensure error-free and polished designs
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Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
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Passion for Sports: A strong interest in sports to effectively design engaging sports pages
The hourly wage is $16.50. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, MediaNews Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition program, and 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Who we are:
The Chico Enterprise-Record is a daily newspaper serving Chico, California, and the surrounding Butte County area. It is a part of the larger Northern California Community Newspapers group, including close sister papers Oroville Mercury-Register, Paradise Post and Red Bluff Daily News. Also known as the E-R, the newspaper was first published in Bidwell Bar, California as the Butte Record in 1853 and is now part of the MediaNews Group corporation, who took control of the paper from Donrey in 1999.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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At MediaNews Group, our employees are our greatest asset.
MediaNews Group (MNG) was established in 1985 and has over 4,000 employees nationwide including subsidiaries and other corporate affiliates. There are more than 100 different brands within our portfolio. In addition to our print products, we are a client-centric digital organization that brings scale, precision, and sophistication to digital marketing. Leveraging the belief that people matter as much as technology, our suite of products, including Adtaxi, helps advertisers solve complex marketing challenges with custom, performance-driven solutions. Readers turn to us for all the news and information that matters to them nationwide. Adtaxi is an exclusive program with the ability to reach 196M or 95% of the U.S. wired population that was established in 2010. Learn more at www.medianewsgroup.com.
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We are a team-first culture that ensures every employee has the opportunity to grow and learn. At MNG, we promote from within and work with team members to achieve their full potential. We truly believe that failure is not a setback, but an opportunity. Join our team and feel good about what you're doing and where you're going!
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