Graphic Designer / Production Specialist
Nolan Group Media
Position Overview
The Graphic Designer / Production Specialist plays a critical role in producing high-quality print and
digital content for a weekly newspaper group with daily news online. This position blends creative design, ad production, and page layout responsibilities with a strong focus on meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
This individual will work closely with sales, editorial, and management teams to create compelling
advertisements, design newspaper pages, and support revenue-generating initiatives across print and
digital platforms.
Core Responsibilities
- Advertising Design & Revenue Support
- Design print and digital advertisements for local businesses
- Collaborate with sales team to develop effective ad concepts and campaigns
- Assist in creating spec ads and sales materials to help close deals
- Ensure ads meet client expectations while maintaining newspaper standards
- Resize and adapt ads for multiple publications when needed
- Newspaper Layout & Production
- Design and paginate weekly newspaper pages using layout software
- Flow editorial content, photos, and ads into clean, readable layouts
- Maintain consistency in typography, branding, and style guidelines
- Prepare files for press, ensuring accuracy and print-readiness
- Meet strict weekly deadlines without sacrificing quality
- Digital & Promotional Design
- Create graphics for websites, social media, and e-editions
- Design promotional materials such as special sections, event promotions, and subscription
campaigns
- Assist in building visual content that drives reader engagement
- Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with editors, sales reps, and management on projects and initiatives
- Communicate clearly with internal teams and occasionally with clients
- File & Workflow Management
- Organize and maintain ad files, templates, and archives
- Ensure correct naming, storage, and version control of all assets
- Follow standardized production workflows across multiple newspapers
Qualifications
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Strong understanding of print production and layout design
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a daily/weekly cycle
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a newspaper, magazine, or print production environment
- Familiarity with small-market advertising and local business needs
- Basic understanding of digital marketing and social media graphics
Work Style Expectations
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a deadline-driven setting
- Flexible and willing to handle multiple responsibilities
- Solutions-oriented with a willingness to adapt to changing priorities
- Team player who supports both editorial and sales functions
Compensation & Structure
- Salary based on experience
- Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
- Opportunity for growth within the organization
Why This Role Matters
This position is essential to the success of the newspaper by ensuring ads are effective, pages are
engaging, and deadlines are consistently met.
To apply for this job email your details to jnolan@jfrank.com