Sports Page Designer and Copy Editor

Detroit Institute of Arts; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richmond (Va.) Times-Dispatch is seeking a sports desk designer with experience in layout and copy editing. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign is a plus, and strong AP style knowledge is required. The role requires teamwork and the ability to meet nightly deadlines.

40 hours weekly with weekend shifts, working on a fast-paced sports desk environment. Collaboration with reporters and editors is essential to produce timely, accurate sports coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience as a designer.
• Proficient copy editor with knowledge of AP style.
• Ability to work well in a team and meet nightly deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the sports desk layout and content.
• Edit copy to AP style for nightly deadlines.
• Coordinate with desk to ensure timely publication schedules.

Skills

Design experience

Copy editing

AP style knowledge

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Job description

The Richmond (Va.) Times-Dispatch is looking for somebody to join the sports desk. This person will work 40 hours a week, with weekend shifts expected.

The ideal candidate will have experience as a designer. Knowledge of Adobe InDesign is a plus. The candidate will also be a proficient copy editor with knowledge of AP style.

Sports desk employees are expected to work well in a team setting, and be able to make nightly deadlines.