Temporary Junior Designer, Cosmopolitan & Seventeen

Hearst Magazines; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Magazines in New York City is seeking a Temporary Junior Designer to craft engaging social content for Cosmopolitan and Seventeen, blending creativity with editorial strategy. You will produce graphics, animations, and video assets, collaborate with editorial and social teams, and deliver lead images for Cosmopolitan.com, while working in the Hearst Tower four days a week (30 hours).

The role offers a base pay of $30 per hour and requires a strong design portfolio and knowledge of social

Qualifications

• 1+ years of graphic/digital design or related experience.
• Strong portfolio with social media graphics and animations.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Understanding of social media platform specs and best practices.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Collaborative, communicative teammate.
• Basic HTML/CSS knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling social media assets—including graphics, animations, and video content.
• Collaborate with editorial and social teams to translate ideas into visual content.
• Design digital assets for Cosmopolitan.com, including lead images for stories.
• Partner with the video editor on post-production tasks.
• Develop creative assets for events and promotions while maintaining brand identity.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
• Apply design trends and platform best practices while upholding brand standards.
• Maintain high creativity and attention to detail following established workflows.

Skills

Graphic design

Digital design

Social content creation

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Social media awareness

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

HTML/CSS basics

Job description

Be Part of What's Next

Help bring the voices of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen to life across the platforms where their audiences spend their time. As a Temporary Junior Designer, you'll combine creativity, strong visual instincts, and an understanding of social media to create engaging work for two iconic brands.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines' portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S. inspires and entertains audiences across all media platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world and together, we are shaping what's next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Create compelling social media assets—including graphics, animations, and video content that support the editorial strategies and distinct brand identities of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen.
• Collaborate closely with editorial and social teams to translate ideas, stories, and cultural moments into engaging visual content.
• Design digital assets for Cosmopolitan.com, including lead images for key stories and other editorial needs.
• Partner with the video editor on post-production tasks to support an efficient, seamless workflow for video content.
• Develop creative assets for special events and promotions while maintaining a cohesive and recognizable brand identity.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines effectively in a fast-moving social and editorial environment.
• Apply current design trends, platform best practices, and social specifications while maintaining the visual standards of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen.
• Maintain a high level of creativity and attention to detail while following established processes and workflows.

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)

• 1+ years of experience in graphic design, digital design, social content creation, or a related area; relevant internships, freelance work, and equivalent experience are welcome.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating creative design work, with particular strength in social media graphics, digital content, and/or animation.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and the ability to efficiently produce polished digital creative.
• Solid understanding of major social media platforms, including their visual requirements, dimensions, and creative best practices.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize assignments and meet tight deadlines.
• Collaborative communication skills and an enthusiasm for partnering with editorial, social, video, and other creative teammates.
• A keen eye for detail, strong visual instincts, and curiosity about evolving design and social media trends.
• Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS is preferred but not required.
• A proactive, adaptable approach and an eagerness to learn and take on new creative challenges.
• This temporary position is based at Hearst Tower in New York City and requires working in the office 4 days per week, initially totaling 30 hours per week.

The base pay rate for this role is $30 per hour. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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