Posted On: April 7, 2017

Journalism Job

Media Organization: San Francisco Chronicle

Company Description

The Chronicle is world-class journalism, San Francisco style. With name-brand voices and a keen editorial eye, The Chronicle is an authority that still surprises. It’s not afraid of being controversial or of doing things that haven’t been done. It’s bolder, brighter, fearless. It’s news that is delivered to the discerning reader through multiple platforms.

SFGate provides a 360-degree view of San Francisco, wildly reflective of right now. Provocative, energetic and unapologetic, the Gate is in constant conversation with the world's most eclectic city. It is the digital thermometer that gauges the temperature of San Francisco's moods, trends and interests — and shares them with the world.

Join our team of world-class journalists and exceptional professionals.

The San Francisco Chronicle is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to hire the best and brightest. We aspire to have a workforce that mirrors the diversity of the city and the nation.

Job Description

The ideal candidate must exhibit a mastery of creative thinking with solid news judgment. 

Summary of Job Responsibilities:  

Works collaboratively and is adept at finding design solutions. Works in a teamwork atmosphere with the Assistant Managing Editor of Lifestyle and Features editors to execute clean designs for our lifestyle sections at the Chronicle. Strong design skills are preferred with particular focus on well-designed pages and packages demonstrating creativity and strong attention to detail and deadlines. Designer should have a firm understanding of all levels of production, and capable of not only contributing to the project at hand but communicating effectively with editors and fellow designers.

 

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required:

•         More than five years of experience at major metropolitan newspaper.
•         Must have knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Windows, and Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign programs. Knowledge of CCI NewsGate is preferred.
•         Digital design skills are a big plus.

To Apply

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