Crain Communications is hiring: Art Director in Chicago

Description Art Directors design print and digital storytelling presentations for editorial and custom contentteams across multiple Crain brands. Reporting to the Design Hub, this role works with editors,reporters, content managers, copy editors, and other creative professionals in a fast-pacednewsroom environment. Art Directors are responsible for designing and delivering engagingvisual presentations that align with each brand's identity, connect with brand-specific audiences,and enhance the overall reader experience.Responsibilities

• Design high-caliber creative print and digital presentations by guiding the visualstorytelling in all phases from conception to publication.
• Communicate design concepts and pitches to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with editorial teams, custom teams, freelance photographers, and illustratorsto create cohesive and impactful experiences across platforms.
• Maintain a consistent and efficient workflow for design projects across brands to meetdeadlines.
• Offer design support to team members and help review projects, when needed.
• T ake ownership in fulfilling daily web art and graphic requests from editorial teamsacross multiple brands.
• Discuss ongoing projects with direct supervisor and apply feedback when advised.
• Assist with copy editing duties when designing print publications by rewriting webheadlines, adding complete display type, and helping proof pages as needed.
• Stay on top of team updates and actively participate in training sessions for new digitaltools.
• Become familiar with products produced by all Crain brands.Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in visual journalism, graphic design or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in news design or graphic design with a focus on business news.
• Ability to translate complex ideas into visually compelling and accessible designs.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and other design principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in content management systems such as Drupal, WordPress or Arc XP .
• Experience in design software such as Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Strong time-management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team setting.
• Positive and collaborative attitude.
• Experience working in a news production hub environment or with marketing clients.
• Strong understanding of news judgment and basic copy editing experience.
• Proficient with basic SEO practices and best digital design practices.Position will either work hybrid from our New York office or remote from Colorado, New York, Illinois, Michigan, or Ohio.This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.Pay Transparency Disclosure : The estimated base salary for this position is $70,000 - $85,000.The final salary offering will take into accounta wide range of factors, including experience, accomplishments and location. The salary range provided should not be considered as a salary limit or cap. In addition to base salary, Crain also offers competitive benefits including retirement plan savings contributions and bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance.#full-time#hybrid#marketing#associate#LI-LV1Brand Overview : Crain's New York Business is the trusted voice of the New York business community connecting large, mid-sized and small businesses across the five boroughs by providing insights, analysis and opinion on how to navigate New York's complex business and political landscape. Crain's features reports on emerging trends, interviews with thought leaders and industry experts, and coverage of commercial opportunities, economic changes, politics and more. Our integrated approach in print, digital, in person events and custom content opportunities align powerful content with a powerful audience.@CrainsNewYorkAbout Crain Communications : Crain Communications is a leading business news and information company with a portfolio of 24 media brands that provide indispensable coverage and data for professionals globally and across sectors, including advertising, automotive, finance, healthcare, staffing, and workforce solutions. Many of Crain's brands are the most influential media properties in the industries and communities they serve, including Ad Age, Automotive News, Pensions & Investments, Modern Healthcare, Staffing Industry Analysts, as well as Crain's regional business brands. For more than a century, our dedication to deep sector expertise and journalistic integrity has enabled us to provide trusted insights across all our platforms, empowering today's business leaders to make industry-shaping decisions. To learn more about Crain Communications, visitcrain.com.Environmental DemandsWhere you work matters. The job posting will provide specific information on where and when your amazing work would be performed. Employee work location is determined by the needs of the specific team and may include on-site, hybrid or remote. Employee work location is subject to change.An "in-office" role would require the employee to come into the office most days with occasional flexibility to work remotely if tasks can be performed elsewhere and if the manager approves.A "remote" role would allow an employee to work from a home office that is in one of the states Crain does business in. We can only employ a remote / "work from home" employee if they reside in one of these states : AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MD, MA, MI, MN, NV, NY, NC, OH, OR, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and Washington, DC.A "hybrid" role would be a mix of in-office and remote work. 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It is the nature of many positions to experience non-standard working hours and be on-call when needed for responding to email, meeting with clients, attending work-related events, story development or breaking news. Most employees perform work Monday through Friday, although early-morning, evening or weekend shifts may be required. Work schedule and travel requirements are subject to change as a role and needs evolve over time.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of many Crain jobs and are subject to change.Physical activities will include frequent in-person or virtual interactions. For most positions, it is essential to be able to remain at a desk / computer workstation for prolonged periods, perform computer-related tasks, and create / maintain documents within filing systems. Must have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing reports and information, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading. The typical physical requirements are light work-exerting up to 25lbs of force occasionally and / or up to 10lbs of force frequently and may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. 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Salary : $70,000 - $85,000