Editorial Designer

Boston Globe Media; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Globe seeks a creative Designer to shape the visual presentation of our journalism across print and digital platforms. You will design compelling features and layouts, partnering with editors, reporters, photographers, and product teams to elevate storytelling and uphold Globe brand standards.

You will design and build custom digital story elements, prototype web storytelling components, and contribute to evolving design templates in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of newsroom design experience.
• Experience designing for print and digital platforms.
• Ability to craft engaging feature layouts and storytelling.
• Strong typography, visual, and information design skills.
• Proficiency with content management systems.
• Working knowledge of HTML.
• Familiarity with project management systems and workflows.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset.
• Commitment to an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging layouts for print and digital news properties.
• Collaborate with editors, reporters, photographers, and product teams on features.
• Design and build custom digital story elements using HTML/CSS.
• Prototype and implement web-based storytelling components in publishing systems.
• Work with product, engineering, and editorial teams on new tools.
• Experiment with new storytelling formats and visual approaches.
• Translate complex reporting into clear visuals.
• Collaborate to bring projects to life with visual assets.
• Create and commission photography, illustration, and artwork.
• Ensure visual consistency and uphold brand standards across platforms.
• Work under deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Contribute to evolving design standards and templates.

Skills

Newsroom design

Print & digital design

Feature layouts

Typography

CMS proficiency

HTML knowledge

PM workflows

Multitasking

Collaboration

Inclusive mindset

Job description

The Boston Globe is seeking a creative, collaborative Designer to help shape the visual presentation of our journalism across both print and digital platforms. This role is responsible for designing compelling features and layouts that elevate our storytelling, engage audiences, and reflect the authority and innovation of the Globe’s journalism.

This Designer will partner closely with editors, reporters, photographers, and product teams to conceive and execute ambitious visual presentations — from daily news packages to signature enterprise and feature projects.

At The Boston Globe, we are committed to independent, trustworthy journalism. Our design team plays a critical role in making that journalism resonate visually, emotionally, and intellectually with our audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging layouts and visual presentations for both print and digital news properties
• Partner across the newsroom to conceive and execute features that extend and deepen the impact of our journalism
• Design and build custom digital story elements using HTML and CSS, including visual modules, interactive features, and responsive layouts
• Prototype and implement web-based storytelling components within the Globe’s publishing systems
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and editorial teams to develop new digital storytelling tools and formats
• Experiment with new storytelling formats, digital tools, and visual approaches
• Translate complex reporting into clear, compelling visual experiences
• Collaborate with editors, reporters, photographers, and developers to bring projects to life
• Help create and commission photography, illustration, artwork, and other visual elements
• Ensure visual consistency and uphold Globe brand standards across platforms
• Work efficiently and collaboratively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom
• Contribute to evolving design standards, templates, and best practices for both print and digital platforms

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience designing for journalism or a newsroom environment
• Experience designing for both print and digital platforms strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging feature layouts and visual storytelling packages
• Strong typographic, visual, and information design skills
• Technical proficiency with content management systems
• Working knowledge of HTML
• Familiarity with project management systems and collaborative workflows
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize effectively
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment

The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston, and candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.

The hourly rate range for this role is $41.00 - $46.75.

This range reflects the band for this role. We are committed to fair and market-informed compensation. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates could be hired within the midpoint of the range. Compensation for the successful candidate will be informed by their particular combination of skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is a union position covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the Boston Newspaper Guild.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

EEO Statement: At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part of achieving this is by having a workforce that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive - like the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.

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