Open Look has built the engine to drive your publishing and media processes to take your business to the next level. The senior management team at Open Look has over 40 combined years of experience in publishing-based settings and knows how to apply outsourcing to match your needs. As a full-service publishing house, Open Look provides clients with the peace of mind of working with one provider capable of assisting with all functions of their business processes. Our team has the experience to assist clients in all areas of the publishing process, including marketing, publication design, website development and support, telemarketing and sales, printing, distribution, and more. For more details, please visit our website - www.open-look.com Our team provides the client with dependable resources, to maximize or improve current processes and efficiency. Through our experienced ownership and staff based both in the US and overseas, Open Look has the formula to deliver high ROI to our clients.

Job description

Position: Magazine Layout Artist with Marketing Background

Responsibilities:

Client advertising design, including design and basic copywriting
Client ad trafficking process using Mirabel Magazine Manager for organization, plus email and phone to contact clients for camera-ready ads, proofs, and revisions
Basic website updates/design in WordPress/Magento
Email marketing (MailChimp/Constant Contact)
Collaborate closely with the editorial team to understand the thematic and visual requirements of each issue.
Design innovative and visually striking magazine layouts that complement the content, showcasing automobiles in the most captivating way.
Incorporate a keen understanding of typography, color theory, and design principles to enhance the overall aesthetic of the magazines.
Source and select high-quality images, ensuring they are properly retouched and optimized for print.
Work collaboratively with photographers, writers, and editors to ensure a seamless integration of content and design.
Maintain consistency in design elements while infusing fresh ideas and creativity into each issue.
Adhere to production timelines and ensure all layouts are print-ready by the deadline.
Stay updated with design trends, automotive industry developments, and printing technologies to bring innovative ideas to the table

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a layout artist, ideally with a focus on editorial design and magazines.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) or similar design software.
A portfolio showcasing a strong understanding of layout design, typography, color usage, and image selection.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a creative team.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Understanding of print production processes and requirements.
Flexibility to adapt to changing project demands and timelines.
Experience in Marketing such as basic website design and email marketing.
Experience in Marketo/WordPress/Magento