Junior Production Designer

Karsh Hagan Madden (KHM) is an independent marketing agency that combines bold storytelling with precision media and strategy. They are seeking a Junior Production Designer who will create engaging editorial layouts and collaborate with the Senior Designer on various projects, ensuring high-quality production and adherence to brand standards.

Responsibilities:

• Design polished, visually engaging editorial layouts for visitor guides while following established brand and client guidelines
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Designer to refine layouts, explore creative solutions, and incorporate feedback
• Build and maintain templates, style sheets, nested styles, and master pages in Adobe InDesign
• Design and format business listings while ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Integrate typography, photography, and graphic elements to create cohesive visual storytelling
• Assist with the design and production of advertising sales materials, including rate cards, promotional emails, and media kits
• Maintain visual consistency across projects while meeting deadlines
• Format advertorials and display advertisements according to brand standards
• Help coordinate advertiser assets and ensure all files meet production specifications
• Track incoming advertising materials and communicate with internal teams regarding missing or incomplete assets
• Coordinate advertiser placements within visitor guides under the direction of the Senior Designer and project teams
• Prepare files for print production, including image optimization, color adjustments, and final layout preparation
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure files meet printer specifications, including bleeds, margins, image resolution, and color accuracy
• Troubleshoot typography, spacing, alignment, widows, and orphans to create polished final layouts
• Utilize Adobe Creative Cloud applications to support both creative and production workflows
• Organize and maintain project assets, including images, logos, and supporting files
• Ensure assets are properly named, stored, and accessible to the team
• Verify the appropriate use of client-provided assets and licensing requirements
• Collaborate with design, editorial, sales, and production teams to keep projects moving smoothly and on schedule
• Support production timelines by helping coordinate print deadlines and project milestones

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience in editorial, print, or production design
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Understanding of layout, typography, and print production fundamentals
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• A collaborative mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to incorporate feedback into your work
• Agency experience is a plus!
• Bonus points if you have a passion for travel and marketing!