Job description

Summary:
The Page Designer will be responsible for the presentation and on time delivery of pages for the assigned publication. This position is fully remote out of the state of Colorado.

What you will do:

• Responsible for copy editing and headline writing; editing for length, copy style and accuracy
• Promote visual storytelling via photographs, graphics, illustrations and typography in a presentation that is both logical and organized
• Regularly confers with the appropriate editors about story play
• Communicate with HUB leadership regarding page design as needed
• Develop a working knowledge of the specific publication being designed and how that relates to the reader
• Communicate with the prepress and production departments regarding quality control issues and the output of negatives
• Responsible for the proof of ancillary publications
• Communicate effectively with remote editors via appropriate channel
• Produce classified pages and post content to the web if applicable to assignment
• Curate, aggregate and edit information from syndicated, news, community organizations and residents to
• Create the most complete publications possible
• Ability to learn applicable software/platforms that are specific to the HUB department

What you will bring:

• Ability to work in a deadline driven environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Work effectively in a remote environment
• Strong problem solving skills
• Experience with G-Suite, Microsoft Office, and Adobe
• A four-year college degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years newspaper design experience is preferred
• Proven skills in news judgment, typography, page design, headline hierarchies and editing of stories, graphics and photographs

Who we are:Prairie Mountain Media, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is a publishing company with a multimedia portfolio of print, niche and digital products. We house an extensive, integrated network of trusted local brands that deliver exclusive local news and attract local audiences throughout the state of Colorado, including the Akron, Boulder, Broomfield, Brush, Cañon City/Royal Gorge Region, Colorado Springs, Erie, Estes Park, Fort Morgan, Greeley, Julesburg, Lafayette, Lamar, Longmont, Louisville, Loveland, Pueblo, Sterling and Superior markets.Our 15 newspaper brands have served their respective communities for more than 100 years. They deliver more than 1.26 million print and 14 million digital impressions every month and proven results for advertisers large and small. We can extend your reach near and far with our sizable network of websites and partnerships with national powerhouses Yahoo!, MediaNews Group and Adtaxi. Our full range of digital advertising solutions also includes social, e-mail, search engine marketing and search engine optimization along with geo and behavioral targeting and retargeting platforms.Prairie Mountain Media delivers the best of Colorado, serving high-value audiences and connecting advertisers to them. Our award-winning coverage and numerous content delivery options endear us to an ever-growing number of readers. Our in-demand multimedia products and personalized marketing services form a powerful communications tool for our clients.The hourly wage is $17.75. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, MediaNews Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition program, and 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).“Built In Best Places to Work 2023 Winner”#LI-AM1

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.75 per hour

Work Location: Remote

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