Special Sections Coordinator

MediaNews Group•Boulder, CO

4d•Remote

About The Position

Prairie Mountain Media, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is seeking a Special Sections Coordinator to join their team. This role will support the Prairie Mountain Media Advertising/Marketing teams through the production of advertising magazines and promotional campaigns. While this is a remote position, candidates must reside in Colorado.

Requirements

Proficient in InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Word.
Proven skills in graphic design, copywriting, copyediting, and publication layout.
Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of the commercial and newspaper printing process.
Ability to work well with others, including external and internal customers.
Knowledge of AP Style.
Formal training in graphic design and copywriting required.
Must reside in Colorado.

Nice To Haves

Minimum two to three years in an advertising, marketing, publishing, or communications industry in the capacities outlined above preferred. Experience in related fields will be considered.
Experience in Web design.
Photography skills and web design experience (WordPress) are a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications preferred.

Responsibilities

Produce high-quality, active, appealing magazines for print and digital, including content planning, editing, section design and layout, and coordinating with freelance writers.
Post advertising special section content to the Web.
Set and maintain standards for quality of publications, including content, design, packaging, and production flow.
Participate in advertising kick-offs and sales presentations as it relates to advertising special section/feature launches.
Uphold open channels of communication with all departments.
Design campaigns/ads as needed to promote reader and sales promotions.
Maintain a working knowledge of new trends in advertising/marketing, applying those to the daily operation.