Remote Layout Designer — KC-Based InDesign Expert

City-Lifestyle; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Work from Home

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Mon-Fri Schedule

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

City Lifestyle is seeking a full-time Layout Designer to move quickly through projects in a largely autonomous, team-based setting. You’ll ensure brand consistency across publications under the Art Director, with primary work in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.

The role is remote, but residency in Kansas City is required. A strong visual portfolio and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment are essential. Editorial layout experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in graphic design or comparable work experience with demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud is a must.
• Residence in the Kansas City area.
• The ability to quickly create effective layouts for print.
• Ability to anticipate and stay abreast of design trends.
• A sense of accountability for the projects you oversee.
• Editorial layout experience desired.

Responsibilities

• The candidate must be well versed in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong communication skills are necessary to communicate clearly with non-designers.
• Work experience is not required, but a strong visual portfolio is a must.
• Ability to multi-task and work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• A creative mind with a highly-developed visual sense.
• Self-induced initiative and growth within the company are valued.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Open to constructive criticism.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Multi-tasking

Time-management

Education

Graphic design degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

City Lifestyle is seeking a full-time Layout Designer to move quickly through projects in a largely autonomous, team-based setting. You’ll ensure brand consistency across publications under the Art Director, with primary work in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.

The role is remote, but residency in Kansas City is required. A strong visual portfolio and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment are essential. Editorial layout experience is a plus.