Star Tribune
Foundry425 Designer
Star Tribune, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Description
The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country amongst regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is also a company under transformation - realigning its core purpose for a new age of media consumption through innovative new partnerships, technology strategies, and a refreshed strategic direction. Our company has a new vision to create the leading model for local news in America - driving innovation in media to make every Minnesotan's life better. We're looking for dynamic leaders to help create that model. We're excited to work with people who care about journalism and democracy and are eager to re-invent one of our state's most trusted companies for a completely new era of growth that embraces new technologies and strategies for excellence.Job Summary:Join Foundry425, the Star Tribune's creative agency. We concept, develop, and design unique, custom solutions for large local and national clients. Our goal is to create engaging experiences for consumers. This includes content marketing, video, digital, and traditional ad campaigns.You will work as part of a larger creative team. At the Star Tribune, you will work with an in-house team of a creative director, other designers, and creative project managers. We also work with freelance writers and illustrators.Job Responsibilities:Works with sales development and creative teams to understand client needs and to solve them with engaging creative solutions.Develops proofs and prototypes of potential ad campaigns - often includes creating a potential look for the campaign, print layouts, digital layouts (rich media narratives, display campaigns), and video storyboards.Executes campaigns for our clients - campaigns - often includes creating a potential look for the campaign, print layouts, video editing and digital layouts (rich media narratives, display campaigns).
Qualifications:3+ years of design experience.Must have experience with Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro.Experience with Illustrator, Animate, and After Effects is a plus.Must be able to collaborate well with others.Must be willing to try new things and committed to continuous learning.
More about the Star TribuneAt the Star Tribune, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We go above and beyond to ensure their happiness, growth, and overall well-being. Here is a glimpse into the exceptional benefits we offer:Modern downtown office with a free fitness center and rooftop patio. Commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance. Wellness program with financial incentives. Paid time off which includes flexible holidays to honor the preferences of employees, plus one volunteer day and 2 wellness days. 401(k) with company match, parental and caregiving leaves, flexible work arrangements, employee assistance program, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending, and health savings accounts.Selected in 2023 to Diversity MBA's inaugural list of Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards.Equal Opportunity EmployerIf you're interested in this role but don't meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. The Star Tribune is dedicated to fostering a more diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country amongst regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is also a company under transformation - realigning its core purpose for a new age of media consumption through innovative new partnerships, technology strategies, and a refreshed strategic direction. Our company has a new vision to create the leading model for local news in America - driving innovation in media to make every Minnesotan's life better. We're looking for dynamic leaders to help create that model. We're excited to work with people who care about journalism and democracy and are eager to re-invent one of our state's most trusted companies for a completely new era of growth that embraces new technologies and strategies for excellence.Job Summary:Join Foundry425, the Star Tribune's creative agency. We concept, develop, and design unique, custom solutions for large local and national clients. Our goal is to create engaging experiences for consumers. This includes content marketing, video, digital, and traditional ad campaigns.You will work as part of a larger creative team. At the Star Tribune, you will work with an in-house team of a creative director, other designers, and creative project managers. We also work with freelance writers and illustrators.Job Responsibilities:Works with sales development and creative teams to understand client needs and to solve them with engaging creative solutions.Develops proofs and prototypes of potential ad campaigns - often includes creating a potential look for the campaign, print layouts, digital layouts (rich media narratives, display campaigns), and video storyboards.Executes campaigns for our clients - campaigns - often includes creating a potential look for the campaign, print layouts, video editing and digital layouts (rich media narratives, display campaigns).
Qualifications:3+ years of design experience.Must have experience with Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro.Experience with Illustrator, Animate, and After Effects is a plus.Must be able to collaborate well with others.Must be willing to try new things and committed to continuous learning.
More about the Star TribuneAt the Star Tribune, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We go above and beyond to ensure their happiness, growth, and overall well-being. Here is a glimpse into the exceptional benefits we offer:Modern downtown office with a free fitness center and rooftop patio. Commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance. Wellness program with financial incentives. Paid time off which includes flexible holidays to honor the preferences of employees, plus one volunteer day and 2 wellness days. 401(k) with company match, parental and caregiving leaves, flexible work arrangements, employee assistance program, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending, and health savings accounts.Selected in 2023 to Diversity MBA's inaugural list of Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards.Equal Opportunity EmployerIf you're interested in this role but don't meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. The Star Tribune is dedicated to fostering a more diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.