Editorial Illustrator

Tech in Asia; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; Hybrid; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A digital media company in Jakarta is seeking a skilled designer to create editorial illustrations that amplify storytelling. Your responsibilities will include producing unique visuals that enhance paywalled articles and engaging GIFs for newsletters. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in media illustration and be proficient in design tools, including AI-enhanced software. This hybrid role requires working under tight deadlines while collaborating closely with journalists and managing multiple projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Background in media or editorial illustration is prioritized.
• Ability to create concept-driven visuals.
• Familiarity with design fundamentals and editorial storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Create editorial illustrations for stories.
• Design engaging GIFs for newsletters.
• Produce impactful infographics.

Skills

Editorial illustration

Visual storytelling

Proficient in design tools

Strong organization skills

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

AI design tools

Job description

Working arrangement: hybrid
Salary range: IDR 10,000,000 - 12,000,000

We’ve been publishing insightful and innovative journalism and analysis about Asia's tech scene. But they need to be seen.

In this role, you'll craft visuals that enhance our storytelling and help our journalism stand out amid the noise. Even in the age of AI, we believe a skilled designer remains essential.

Please attach your portfolio before applying to this role.

Responsibilities

• Create custom editorial illustrations (at least three per week) that visually enhance our paywalled stories
• Read and interpret articles without relying on a detailed brief; extract key themes to develop strong visual concepts
• Design interactive and engaging GIFs for editorial newsletters
• Produce infographics that add clarity and impact to our coverage
• Perform light photo editing when needed
• Explore and experiment with AI-powered design tools to improve production speed while keeping a distinct human touch

Traits

• Media or editorial illustration background is strongly prioritized
• Ability to craft distinctive, concept-driven visuals
• Strong understanding of editorial storytelling and how to collaborate with reporters
• Solid grasp of design fundamentals
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines and managing multiple tasks independently
• Proficient in illustration and design tools, including AI-enhanced ones
• Clear communicator with strong organization and self-management skills