Solomon Page is hiring: Junior Designer (Editorial) in Washington

As a Junior Designer (Editorial) at Solomon Page, you will be responsible for designing and producing layouts for magazines, special issues, and digital publications. You will collaborate with editorial teams and photographers to develop engaging visual storytelling, ensuring that all designs are in line with our brand identity and editorial guidelines. Additionally, you will manage production tasks, which include preflight processes and color proofing, while maintaining production schedules in coordination with design managers.

To qualify for the Junior Designer (Editorial) position at Solomon Page, you should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in graphic design, preferably specializing in editorial or publication design. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly with tools like InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, is essential. A strong understanding of typography and layout principles is important, and familiarity with digital storytelling and UX design would be a plus. While a Bachelor's degree in Design or a related field is preferred, we value real-world experience highly.

Yes! The Junior Designer (Editorial) position at Solomon Page allows for remote work on Fridays. This provides flexibility while maintaining an onsite collaborative environment from Monday to Thursday in Washington, DC. We believe this balance enhances creativity and productivity while accommodating your work-life needs.

The work schedule for the Junior Designer (Editorial) role at Solomon Page is Monday to Thursday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with a remote work option every Friday. This schedule is designed to foster collaboration during the week while allowing you the flexibility to work from home on Fridays, giving you the best of both worlds.

At Solomon Page, we pride ourselves on providing a comprehensive benefits package for our Junior Designer employees. This includes medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, direct deposit, and commuter benefits. We aim to support our employees, including freelancers, with a range of options that enhance their overall work experience and wellbeing.

When discussing your design process as a Junior Designer, outline the steps you take from concept to completion. Start with how you gather inspiration and research, followed by sketching ideas and creating mood boards. Emphasize your collaboration with editorial teams and how you integrate feedback into your designs.

To answer this question, share specific strategies you use to manage your time effectively. Talk about prioritizing tasks, breaking projects into manageable pieces, and utilizing tools to track your progress. Provide examples showing how you've successfully met deadlines in the past.

When responding, stress the importance of understanding a brand’s visual language. Discuss how you reference brand guidelines, analyze past designs, and consider audience insights to create cohesive layouts that resonate with the target market.

Share a specific project that challenged you, focusing on the obstacles faced and how you overcame them. Emphasize your problem-solving skills, creativity, and the positive outcome of the project, including any feedback received from colleagues or clients.

In your answer, highlight your proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, mentioning specific programs like InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. If you have experience with other tools or software, mention them to showcase your versatility in design.

Discuss your collaborative spirit, mentioning effective communication as key. Explain how you seek feedback early in the design process, remain open to revisions, and ensure everyone’s goals are aligned for the project's success.

Express your passion for storytelling through visuals. Explain how editorial design allows you to create immersive experiences for readers and how this aligns with your desire to make a meaningful impact through your work.

Share the various methods you use to keep current with design trends, such as following industry leaders on social media, reading design blogs, or attending workshops and webinars. Illustrate how you incorporate these trends into your design work.

When discussing typography, emphasize its role in effective communication and visual hierarchy. Mention how you choose fonts based on the message and tone of the design, and provide examples of when your typographic choices enhanced a project.

Discuss any relevant projects involving digital storytelling and UX design. Highlight your understanding of user experience principles and how you create designs that not only look good but also provide a smooth experience for users.