Editorial Designer (Publishing)

The KNOW Women; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The KNOW Women in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Editorial Designer to drive the visual presentation and textual quality of digital and print content. This role blends writing, editing, and graphic design to produce materials aligned with brand identity and strategic goals.

Responsibilities include content creation, editing, visual storytelling, and production for print and digital media, with collaboration across writers and marketing to develop cohesive campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Communications, Journalism, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro/After Effects).
• Strong grammar, storytelling, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design layouts, graphics, logos, and visual assets for web, social, and print.
• Edit and proofread content for clarity, grammar, style, and accuracy.
• Select imagery and typography to enhance narratives and engagement.
• Ensure brand consistency and a unified visual style.
• Prepare files for print or digital publishing and manage assets.
• Collaborate with writers and marketing on cohesive campaigns.
• Manage editorial calendars and multiple projects to meet deadlines.

Skills

Layout

Typography

Branding

Editing

CMS familiarity

Video editing

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design/Communications/Journalism or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Premiere Pro/After Effects

Job description

Position Title: Editorial Designer (Publishing Department)

Location: Phoenix, AZ, in office

Status: Full-Time Salaried

The KNOW Women is a global media company that exists to amplify the voices of businesswomen through our publications and community. We believe these women deserve to be known because, when successful women are lifted up for their hard work and achievements, they inspire the next generation of female leaders.

The Editorial Designer is responsible for the visual presentation and textual quality of digital and print content, blending writing, editing, and graphic design skills to produce compelling materials that align with brand identity and strategic goals. **This is not a social media manager or strategy role.

Key Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

• Content Creation: Design layouts, graphics, logos, and visual assets for various platforms (web, social, print).
• Editing & Proofreading: Review and refine written content for clarity, grammar, style, and accuracy; fact-check information.
• Visual Storytelling: Select imagery, typography, and design elements to enhance narratives and user engagement.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and maintains a unified visual style.
• Production: Prepare files for print or digital publishing, manage assets, and oversee final output.
• Collaboration: Work closely with writers, marketing, and other stakeholders to develop cohesive campaigns.
• Project Management: Manage editorial calendars, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects.

Experience Requirements:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro/After Effects).
• Design Skills: Strong understanding of layout, typography, color theory, and branding.
• Editing Skills: Excellent grammar, storytelling, and attention to detail.
• Software: Familiarity with CMS platforms and potentially video editing tools.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Design, Communications, Journalism, or related field often preferred.
• Soft Skills: Creativity, time management, communication, critical thinking, adaptability.
• Experience working for a print magazine, is a bonus.
• Experience in working in fashion, high end editorial or with luxury brands, is a double bonus!!

Desired Characteristics:

• Poised, with experience working with high-level business owners and luxury brands
• Self-driven, competitive, resilient, flexible and coachable
• Excellent time management, strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Self-starter that appreciates the energy of a rapidly growing organization

A versatile, detail-oriented professional who bridges the gap between words and visuals, ensuring high-quality, consistent content that effectively communicates and engages target audiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to support the growth & impact of businesswomen both locally and globally through visibility and connections. Success in this position requires timely, quality and brand appropriate Brand strategies that are effective and yield quality results. KNOW Women, LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, handicap or religious belief.