Graphic Designer
Join the art team behind Charleston magazine: monthly print layouts, weekly email graphics and web promotion, in a fast-paced, team-oriented studio. One to three years of design experience; print and digital a plus.
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Gulfstream Communications, award winning publisher of Charleston magazine, is looking for a passionate & talented graphic designer with at least 1-3 years of design experience. The ideal highly-organized candidate will work closely with the art director and other designers. Experience in print publishing and digital is a plus. Send a resume, portfolio and salary history to Melinda Monk, art director.
Education
BFA or related art/design degree
Skills
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
- Digital: some experience with website design, video and social media is a plus
Print design (60%)
- Design page layouts for monthly Charleston magazine
- Coordinate photoshoots and give art direction to photographers; attend shoots
- Retouch, clip and convert high-resolution images for print
- Design print house ads for our digital platforms and subscription campaigns
- Assist with sister publications Charleston Weddings, GrandStrand, WNC, High Country Wedding Guide, Asheville Wedding Guide and House Calls
- Train and oversee the design and photo interns
Digital design (20%)
- Monthly web graphics promoting print articles on the homepage
- Weekly email graphics for the e-newsletter
- Ads and graphics for partnered sponsorships and campaigns
- Feature article images and artwork for microsites; monthly social graphics
Marketing design (20%)
- Visual content for print, web, email and social campaigns
- Ads and graphics for partnered sponsorships
- Collateral for various departments, such as our yearly media kit