Production Manager

Alma Mater Society of Queen's University Inc.•Kingston, ON

23d

About The Position

The Queen’s Journal is an entirely student-run newspaper at Queen’s University. The paper was founded in 1873 and has been continually published ever since. The Journal publishes a bi-weekly print edition and regular online content throughout the year. A visual portfolio must be e-mailed to [email protected] at the time of your application submission to supplement your application. Please include your name and the position title in the file's name.

Requirements

Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

web design languages will be considered an asset

Responsibilities

Have a working knowledge and/or experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, most significantly, InDesign, Photoshop, and other interactive digital tools (web design languages will be considered an asset)
Attend all press days to design and layout the front-page, diversions (i.e. crosswords, horoscopes, etc.) and help other staff layout their sections
Create and distribute Adobe InDesign files to section-heads for every in-print issue (occurs every other Thursday)
Work with the Business Manager to monitor and layout the ad content per issue, ensuring ads fit the proper specifications and occasionally designing in-house ads
Communicate with the Editor(s) in Chief and the Business Manager about ad content and print concerns
Work with the visual team to ensure standardization and quality of visual content
Develop a strong relationship with section heads to maintain visual consistency between print and online versions of stories, as well as ensure content spacing per page is adequate
Act as a resource and advisor for other staff members on what current design tools can be used for interactive digital content
Collaborate with sections to develop their digital projects
Work with staff from each section to generate a mixture of hard (full-page infographics with extensive information) and soft (graphs, charts and timelines) graphics.
Attend all training sessions to become familiar with the department and adhere to the general operations of the department
Respect and adhere to all company policies, procedures and ethical standards
Maintain timely communication with direct supervisor
Attend and fully participate in all in person and virtual meetings
Complete all assigned tasks efficiently and attentively
Strive to foster a warm, comfortable and respectful atmosphere for all
Always serve as a representative of the AMS and its mission statement
Complete other duties as assigned