Publication Designer

Kerning, leading, drop caps, text rags, double-trucks, folios, gutters—if you dream about this stuff, then we have an exciting opportunity for you. The award-winning Science Visuals team is looking for a full-time Publication Designer. Reporting to the Design Managing Editor, this position will be part of the team responsible for every design decision in every pica of the pages of Science magazine. This position plays an integral role in communicating important scientific research and discoveries to readers all over the world. Working closely with editors, journalists, researchers, and colleagues on the Visuals team, the Designer creates engaging and informative ways to display and promote our content across all of our distribution channels. The ideal candidate thrives in a deadline-driven environment and truly enjoys balancing multiple projects at once.

·        Design and project manage a variety of sections throughout Science magazine

·        Collaborate with other talented creators on the Visuals team—Photo, Graphics, Multimedia (Video and Podcast), and Web Content Strategy (web production and social media)

·        Design striking covers for our weekly and monthly online sister journals 

·        Conceptualize illustrations by adapting stock images and art directing freelance and on-staff illustrators

·        Work within the K4 production system to track deadlines and keep the weekly magazine production on schedule

 

·        A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in graphic design

·        A solid grounding in basic science education, intellectual curiosity about science, and comfort with scientific ideas is essential

·        A love for (and experience with) print design. Magazine publishing experience, a plus

·        In-depth knowledge of Adobe CC (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). K4/InCopy/InDesign workflow and Figma, a plus

·        Familiarity with stock agencies and obtaining permissions/licenses for visual assets

·        A high level of design sophistication with an eye for the detail that makes good design great

·        A keen eye for photography and illustration, and exceptional typography skills

·        Detail-oriented, organized, and a good communicator

·        Motivated to work on projects independently, but also enjoys collaborating with a fun, creative team

·        Deadline-driven

 

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position by May 25, 2023. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A Recruiter will contact you with next steps if you are selected for an interview.

DC Metro Area is strongly preferred but open to remote workers in select states. If you are not located in or able to work from a state where AAAS has a business presence, you may not be eligible for this position. Please contact our Talent Team at jobs@aaas.org with any questions regarding your eligibility.