Graphic layout artist

The New Hampshire Union Leader is looking for someone to join our production team to design and produce visually compelling pages for our print edition while also creating digital-first graphics for our website, apps, and social channels. This is a great fit for someone who loves the discipline of a hard print deadline as much as the flexibility of designing for screens.You'll work closely with editors, reporters, and photo staff to turn stories into clear, engaging layouts — from front-page design to breaking-news graphics that need to go live in minutes.What you'll doDesign and layout newspaper pages to meet daily deadlinesCreate digital graphics, infographics, and visual assets optimized for web, mobile, and social mediaResize and adapt print layouts for digital platforms (and vice versa) while preserving visual integrityBuild charts, maps, and data visualizations to support reportingCollaborate with editors and reporters to translate story concepts into visual storytellingMaintain brand consistency and style guide standards across all platformsManage multiple deadlines simultaneouslyStay current on digital design trends, social media formats, and evolving publishing platformsWhat you'll need:Portfolio demonstrating page layout and/or digital design work (print, publishing, or editorial design preferred)Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator required)Familiarity with digital publishing tools and/or CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Arc Publishing, or similar)Understanding of typography, grid systems, and visual hierarchyAbility to work efficiently under deadline pressure without sacrificing qualityStrong communication skills and comfort collaborating with editorial staffA good eye for both traditional print design and digital/social-first visual formatsIt would be nice if you had:Basic video editing or motion graphics skills for social contentPhotography or photo editing experiencePrior newsroom or publishing experienceThis role generally follows the newsroom's production schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, or holidays around press deadlines and breaking news. We are a collaborative newsroom - this is not a remote position.How to applyPlease send a resume, cover letter, and portfolio (or link to online work samples) to Editor in Chief Melanie Hitchcock ([email protected]). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting Monday, Aug. 3.