Full-Time Experienced Graphic Designer (Print-Focused)

Join Arkansas’ Premier Print Media Powerhouse

Full-Time Experienced Graphic Designer (Print-Focused)

AY Media Group – Little Rock, AR

We’re hiring an experienced, deadline-driven Graphic Designer to join the creative team behind Arkansas’ largest and most respected print publications.

This is a high-volume, fast-paced, in-office role where we produce two different 150+ page magazines each month. If you thrive in a demanding print production environment and love seeing your work on newsstands and coffee tables across the state, this is your opportunity.

Publications You’ll Work On:

AY About You – Arkansas’ flagship lifestyle monthly
Arkansas Money & Politics – The state’s leading business and political publication
Annuals & Special Editions, including the high-impact Arkansas Mental Health Guide Magazine

What You Bring (Non-Negotiable Requirements):

Minimum 5 years of professional magazine or newspaper PRINT design experience (digital-only experience does not qualify)
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite — especially InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat
Strong portfolio showcasing editorial layouts, advertising creative, and multi-page print publications
Expert-level understanding of typography, grid systems, print production, and press-ready files
Proven ability to manage very high page counts and tight deadlines while maintaining high quality
Comfortable in a fast-paced newsroom environment during heavy production weeks
Reliable Mac user who can troubleshoot efficiently
Collaborative mindset with the ability to accept and implement art director feedback quickly

Bonus Qualities We Value:

Experience presenting concepts to clients or account executives
Thick skin and a growth-oriented attitude
Passion for print media and tangible, high-quality publications

What We Offer:

Full-time, in-office position at our Little Rock headquarters (This is not a remote or hybrid role)
Competitive salary based on experience
Benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off
Opportunity to work on award-winning, widely recognized Arkansas brands
Real creative ownership — your designs will reach tens of thousands of readers monthly

This role is ideal for a print-obsessed designer who excels under pressure and still gets excited about ink on paper.

To Apply:

Send your résumé, cover letter, and link to your portfolio (or attach a PDF) to: [email protected]

Subject Line: Graphic Designer Application – Your Full Name

No phone calls or walk-ins, please.

AY Media Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person