Page Designer
About The Position
The NorCal Design Center is searching for a page designer to join our crew. We design 12 daily newspapers and four weekly publications. Working nights, weekends and holidays will be a requirement. What you will do: Design Pages: Create visually compelling pages for MediaNews Group newspapers using InDesign Collaborate with Editors: Work closely with editors at various NorCal publications to ensure content is presented clearly and effectively Proofread: Review pages for spelling, grammar, and other errors to ensure high-quality output Layout and Composition: Implement strong layout and composition techniques to enhance the reader's experience, especially in sports sections Enhance Visual Storytelling: Utilize graphics, photos, and other design elements to improve storytelling on sports pages Adapt and Innovate: Stay updated with design trends and bring innovative ideas to the table Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the design team What you will bring: A firm grasp of the English language & good spelling InDesign skills are a huge plus but not mandatory Good knowledge of computers and basic programs such as G-Mail and Google Chat Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required Benefits and Compensation: The hourly wage is $16.90 . Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mybensite.com/mng Who we are: With roots dating back to 1853, The Chico Enterprise-Record, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is a daily newspaper connecting readers in Chico, California, and throughout Butte County with essential local news. As part of the Northern California Community Newspapers group, The Chico Enterprise-Record joins forces with sister publications like the Oroville Mercury-Register, Paradise Post, and Red Bluff Daily News to provide comprehensive regional coverage. “4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026” EEO Statement: 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. How To Apply: Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here . Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions of Employment: A full pre-employment [background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks This position entails occasional in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves to the site Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours #LI-YW1
Requirements
- A firm grasp of the English language & good spelling
- Good knowledge of computers and basic programs such as G-Mail and Google Chat
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
Nice To Haves
- InDesign skills are a huge plus but not mandatory
Responsibilities
- Design Pages: Create visually compelling pages for MediaNews Group newspapers using InDesign
- Collaborate with Editors: Work closely with editors at various NorCal publications to ensure content is presented clearly and effectively
- Proofread: Review pages for spelling, grammar, and other errors to ensure high-quality output
- Layout and Composition: Implement strong layout and composition techniques to enhance the reader's experience, especially in sports sections
- Enhance Visual Storytelling: Utilize graphics, photos, and other design elements to improve storytelling on sports pages
- Adapt and Innovate: Stay updated with design trends and bring innovative ideas to the table
- Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the design team
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- life and disability insurance
- 401k
- paid time off
- select paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
