Sr. Editorial Designer – Print Magazine (Remote, LATAM)
About The Position
This is a fully remote, long-term independent contractor opportunity for an Editorial Designer to own the design and production of PIM Magazine from concept through final delivery. The magazine is the publication of the PIM (Personal Injury Mastermind) podcast brand, led by Chris Dreyer, Founder and CEO of Rankings.io. Working closely with the Creative Manager and editorial team, the designer will establish the visual direction for each issue, develop feature concepts, design layouts, and execute a polished publication. The role calls for deep editorial-design expertise in typography, pacing, hierarchy, storytelling, imagery, and cohesive publication design—not simply placing supplied content into templates. The designer will also support select long-form and editorial-focused projects outside the magazine when capacity allows. The opportunity is structured as an independent contractor engagement. The contractor invoices a monthly retainer of $3,200–$4,000 USD and is responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations in their country of residence. Contractors must reside in an eligible country; the posting excludes Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Russia, Belarus, and the Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia regions. Candidates need strong English communication skills and availability for scheduled collaboration during US Central or Eastern Time hours. Contractors accessing Rankings.io systems and client data must maintain Huntress endpoint security software for the duration of the engagement under the Contractor Services Agreement. This requirement does not give Rankings.io remote access to or control over contractor devices.
Requirements
- Submit a portfolio with 3–5 work examples.
- At least 5 years of professional graphic design experience, including significant editorial or publication design experience.
- A portfolio demonstrating strong magazine, editorial, book, report, or long-form publication work.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign.
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Exceptional typography, composition, hierarchy, and layout skills.
- Experience taking publications from early concept through final print production.
- Strong understanding of print-production requirements and preparing press-ready files.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership without detailed creative direction for every spread.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Comfort managing multiple rounds of feedback and working toward firm publication deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Availability for scheduled collaboration during US Central or Eastern Time hours.
- Residence in an eligible country.
Responsibilities
- Own PIM Magazine design from initial concept through final production.
- Develop the visual direction and design approach for each issue in collaboration with the Creative Manager.
- Translate editorial concepts, stories, and themes into compelling visual experiences.
- Concept and design covers, feature stories, departments, opening spreads, tables of contents, and other editorial components.
- Create visual hierarchy using typography, photography, illustration, graphics, and layout.
- Identify ways to make stories more visually engaging rather than merely placing supplied content into templates.
- Maintain publication consistency while evolving its visual language.
- Build and maintain organized Adobe InDesign files, templates, grids, master pages, and style systems.
- Manage design revisions throughout the editorial and review process.
- Ensure imagery, typography, spacing, color, and other details meet a high creative standard.
- Prepare final files for print, including bleeds, color profiles, image resolution, preflight, and other production requirements.
- Package and maintain organized source files and assets.
- Own design deadlines and keep magazine production moving from kickoff through final delivery.
- Partner with the Creative Manager on overall creative direction and quality.
- Collaborate with writers, editors, marketers, photographers, and other creative partners throughout production.
- Present and explain design concepts and creative decisions.
- Incorporate feedback while maintaining a strong point of view and advocating for great design.
- Support select long-form and editorial-focused creative projects outside the magazine when capacity allows.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
