Designer, Luxury ( ELLE & Harpers Bazaar)

HEARST MEDIA; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company based in London is seeking a talented Designer to create engaging layouts for ELLE and Harper's Bazaar. You will collaborate closely with editors and art directors to bring visual stories to life across both print and digital platforms. Candidates should have proven design experience, excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and strong visual awareness. This role offers a creative environment within a dynamic team where flexibility and innovation flourish.

Benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

Generous Workplace Pension

Qualifications

• Proven design experience within a magazine or similar editorial environment.
• Ability to switch between two distinct brand styles.
• A team player thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design layouts for ELLE and Harper's Bazaar across print and digital.
• Collaborate with the Art Director and Editors.
• Manage layout amendments and pre-press preparations.

Skills

Design experience in editorial environment

Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Strong typographic skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong visual awareness

Collaborative mindset

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

After Effects

Job description

Job Description

We're the UK's leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar and Country Living. We've created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We'll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history.

The Role…

ELLE and Harper's Bazaar are two of the world's most iconic fashion and lifestyle brands, renowned for their distinctive visual identities and innovative design. We are seeking a talented, detail-oriented Designer to join our art team, working across both titles to create beautiful, engaging layouts and digital visuals that reflect each magazine's unique aesthetic.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative with a strong eye for typography, photography, and layout, who can adapt their style between two distinct brands.

Main Duties…

• Design visually striking layouts for ELLE and Harper's Bazaar, across print and digital platforms.
• Collaborate closely with the Art Director, Picture Editors, and Editors to bring features to life.
• Art‑direct shoots when required, ensuring visual consistency with each brand's identity.
• Create assets for social, digital, and marketing use, maintaining brand coherence.
• Manage layout amends, retouching requests, and pre‑press preparation to meet production deadlines.
• Contribute fresh design ideas to elevate the visual storytelling of both magazines.
• Stay up to date with design trends, fashion photography, and editorial innovation.

What We Are Looking For…

• Proven design experience within a magazine or similar editorial environment.
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator essential; After Effects a bonus).
• Strong typographic skills and an understanding of visual hierarchy.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with excellent attention to detail.
• A team player who thrives in a creative, fast‑paced environment.
• Flexible and confident in switching between ELLE's dynamic, modern tone and Harper's Bazaar's refined, luxury aesthetic.
• Strong visual awareness and passion for fashion, beauty, and culture.
• Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.

Benefits…

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels – you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales – score big on top brands without breaking the bank!
• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company‑funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress‑free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.
• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app.

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we're working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.