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Creative Director, Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy, an award winning, fast growing online and print magazine that is part of the Washington Post Company, is seeking an energetic design leader to guide our world-class visual report. The creative director leads a small visual team and works with editors to craft the overall design, photo and illustration efforts of Foreign Policy both in print and on digital platforms. FP's audience averages more than 4 million unique visitors a month through its website, ForeignPolicy.com. The 42-year-old print magazine publishes seven print issues annually and has been recognized with multiple National Magazine Awards for both print and digital excellence. The creative director is a hands-on role, focused on visual storytelling, not management and bureaucracy. Key requirements: - Crafting sophisticated, engaging magazine design -- from compelling covers to content-rich, multi-layered inside packages. - Assigning and directing freelance photographers and illustrators. - Collaborating with senior editors to produce the print magazine and key digital visual initiatives. - Working with the deputy art director to produce visual elements daily for ForeignPolicy.com The ability to produce print and digital informational graphics is a big plus, as is an interest in international affairs and current events. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator is essential. Knowledge of HTML, CSS and tablet design software would be a bonus. This is senior leadership position requiring at least five years of experience at a major magazine, newspaper and/or digital site.

Design Intern

AARP Media, in Washington D.C., is currently seeking an art department intern for Summer 2013. Candidates must be senior level undergrad or grad students with print design skills enrolled in a fine arts or communications design program. Interest in typography and conceptual imaging skills are a must. Candidates will work directly with the magazines art directors in the design and production of pages to run in the magazine as well as help sending out award submissions. The intern will also be working with the magazines photo editors to provide administrative support, learn effective techniques for researching high-quality imagery and gain experience in how photography assignments are directed. Other duties will include maintaining the editorial wall and participating in art meetings. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, and proficiency in MAC, Creative Suite (especially Indesign and Photoshop) and some knowledge of DPS. S/He should be enthusiastic and have the ability to juggle multiple projects under tight deadlines. We are looking for someone that is proactive and takes initiative on problem-solving issues. The candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, an excellent communicator and team player. Schedule is flexible, but candidates should be able to devote at least 28-32 hours per week.

Multimedia/Visual Communications Specialist

We currently have an opening for a multimedia/visual communications specialist. In this capacity, you will be a member of the communications team in our Washington, DC office. We offer our employees a stimulating, team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of employee ownership. We provide generous paid time off and an on-site fitness center. Duties of the position: •Using analytical design and statistical data strategies, create print and electronic products that convey complex data with clarity and innovation. •Work with staff, clients, and external vendors to conceptualize, plan, and implement a variety of video and multimedia products, providing design and technical advice and services •Plan and execute webcasts for major events, using WebEx and other online conferencing technologies, recommending audiovisual enhancements and adjustments for in-person and web events •Design data visualization solutions to convey complex information; create storyboards, prototypes, flow diagrams, sample screens, and other elements during design phase •Produce video/multimedia products for internal and external audiences, including authoring, testing, and production for Section 508 compliance and correct rendering in multiple browsers •Provide direction in the creation of new interfaces and interactive products delivered on different platforms and operating systems •Ensure that all products conform with corporate visual identity guidelines and style •Collaborate with other Mathematica designers to lead improved design processes and production workflows •Occasional travel to other office locations to assist with video shoots and development work. Qualifications: •Must be creative, highly trained, and technologically savvy in using combinations of images and text to visually convey messages; strong conceptual thinking and capacity to execute an idea in a timely and well-crafted manner is essential •Strong familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research methods and data •Bachelor's degree in multimedia graphic design, visual communications, or liberal arts •Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in an online publishing environment and/or website/graphic design and data visualization experience •A combination of equivalent education and work experience may be substituted for the above requirements •Experience with project management and planning with both internal and external collaborators and vendors •Experience with Section 508 guidelines helpful •Knowledge of latest multimedia technologies including webinar hosting, planning, and execution •Experience with a variety of desktop and electronic publishing, graphic design and multimedia software •Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite CS6, Captivate, Audition, HTML/HTML 5, Javascript and Flash •Ability to design/develop on PC platform, within .NET environment •Non-linear video editing experience (preferably with Adobe Premiere/Adobe After Effects) •Ability to work autonomously and exercise sound judgment •Marketing or instructional design background helpful

Photo Director

Washingtonian Magazine is looking for an energetic, well-organized Photo Director with a passion for visual storytelling to join our team. The ideal candidate will work closely with the editorial, art, and digital teams to guide the selection and presence of strong visuals in the magazine and website, as well as enhance the monthly print magazine with multimedia presentations on the magazine's website and tablet editions. This full-time position entails overseeing daily photo research from a wide range of sources, supervising staff photographers, an assistant photo editor, and interns, and spotting and recruiting new freelance photographers for the magazine. This position also involves scheduling upcoming shoots, overseeing the departmental budget, and directing photo and video shoots. He/she will be prepared to bring unique story ideas to the table, as well as being able to execute the visions of the Creative Director. We're looking for someone who is inclined to ask the right questions at the right time--in short, a dedicated, collaborative team player.

Hanley Wood, www.hanleywood.com, is currently seeking an Art Director for the Architect Magazine group This position will primarily execute on design with powerful photo, illustration and info-graphic presentations, Managing art acquisition process and budget. Commission and direct photos and illustrations, conceptualize layouts and type treatments, and produce layout and pages in preproduction. Ensure the workflow between art and edit meets the daily and weekly deadlines and maintain all of the style sheets and templates within the K4 and/or Woodwing process. He/She will be responsible for managing two direct reports, and work as a partner with editors and staff writers to create a look for the magazine that powerfully connects with specialized intelligence needs of business executive readers. Major Responsibilities and Related Duties Include: Assigning photo shoots and illustrations Coordinating online design with web producers Ensuring adherence to budgets and deadlines Work with art staff to select artwork and photos for magazine (commission illustration and photography, find stock art, create custom illustration using royalty-free art, etc.) Work with editors to obtain art from developers, owners, architects, and other sources for their specific articles Hire illustrators and photographers; and manage art/illustration contracts and materials Manage art/photo expenditures, staying within budget Manage invoicing, submitting bills within appropriate budgeting cycle Keep to a strict production schedule that allows for multiple projects at the same time

MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER/PHOTO EDITOR

Foreign Policy, an award winning, fast growing online and print magazine that is part of the Washington Post Company, is seeking an energetic visual journalist to join our team. An ideal candidate is an organized, self-motivated and efficient creative pro who can: - Edit slide shows and other photography projects for our dynamic web site, foreignpolicy.com. - Assist the creative director and art director with design of Foreign Policy, our National Magazine Award winning glossy print magazine, published seven times per year. - Design/produce e-books, web site splash pages and other elements of the expanding FP brand. Ability to produce informational graphics for print and interactive graphics for web/video is a big plus, as is an interest in international affairs and current events. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator is essential. Knowledge of HTML, CSS and/or video graphics software would be a bonus. We are looking for someone with one to two years of experience or a recent grad with a strong portfolio and relevant internships.

Art Director/ Print & Digital

The Atlantic Magazine seeks a full-time Art Director for Editorial and Tablet design. Under the direction of the Creative Director, the Art Director will be responsible for the management and the translation of The Atlantic to the tablet edition, contribute to the design of The Atlantic magazine, hire illustrators, commission photography, and develop information graphics for use across The Atlantic media platforms The ideal candidate is a forward thinking, creative, problem solver with at least 5 years of editorial design experience.

Spring Intern - Washington Post Express

The Washington Post Express is excited to announce its first full-time design internship for spring 2013. We're looking for an eager, well-rounded visual journalism student who's as much a great storyteller as he/she is a stellar designer to join our small newsroom (23) and even smaller visual team (4) for five months (January-May) to gain real daily news design experience and insight into all aspects of a mid-sized metro daily newspaper (180K Monday-Friday circ). The ideal candidate for this position is currently pursuing a journalism degree with a concentration in news design/presentation and has demonstrated experience through student or professional media. You'll be asked to do both pagination and create spot illustration solutions on a daily basis, so show us you're a well-rounded designer who can think on your feet and move from news to sports to features in the span of a few hours. We work in InDesign, and knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator is a must. You'll work full-time, Sunday-Thursday at our downtown DC office. We'll provide a stipend for the semester as well as a transportation (Metro) benefit. Send us your resume, link to a portfolio or 8-10 samples of your best work, and a cover letter explaining your visual journalism background and what you'll contribute to our team beyond your design abilities. Remember, we're looking for the best VISUAL JOURNALIST with a diversity of experience. *This is not a graphic design internship.* Send materials and questions by e-mail only, no post mail please, to Adam Griffiths at adam.griffiths@wpost.com by November 15, 2012. We will ideally respond and select a candidate by the end of November.

Associate Art/Production Director

This position will primarily execute on design with powerful photo, illustration and info-graphic presentations; managing art acquisition process and budget; commissioning and directing photos and illustrations; conceptualizing layouts and type treatments; producing layout and pages in pre-production; making sure the workflow between art and edit meet the daily and weekly deadlines, maintaining all of the style sheets and templates within the K4 and/or woodwing process; and work as a partner with editors and staff writers to create a look for the magazine that powerfully connects with specialized intelligence needs of business executive readers. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Coordinating online design with web producers. • Assigning photo shoots and illustrations. • Ensuring adherence to budgets and deadlines. • Work with art staff to select artwork and photos for magazine (commission illustration and photography, find stock art, create custom illustration using royalty-free art, etc.). • Work with editors to obtain art from developers, owners, architects, and other sources for their specific articles. • Hire illustrators and photographers; and manage art/illustration contracts and materials return. • Manage creation of charts for stories. • Manage art/photo expenditures, staying within budget. • Manage invoicing, submitting bills within appropriate budgeting cycle. • Keep to a strict production schedule that allows for multiple projects at the same time. Job Duration Full Time Job Location Washington, DC Experience Level 4 years

News Photo Editor

The News Photo Editor will help to maintain and improve the overall photographic direction of the Washington Post daily print publication and website. The News Photo Editor will participate in editorial planning meetings related to all photography for the primary news sections and will contribute to the overall photographic direction of the newspaper through the use of staff photographers, freelance assignment photographers, and wire and photo agency research. The News Photo Editor will work closely with news designers and top editors to create the most effective visual display for Post readers.