Selector is Australia's highest circulating wine, food and lifestyle magazine that directly connects food and wine lovers directly to the source.
Based in Newcastle, Selector is the publishing arm of Wine Selectors, Australia's largest independent wine marketer.
We create content and opportunities for clients that stretch beyond the pages of the magazine, into events, digital, product ideas and into true partnership opportunities.
We specialise in the wonderful world of food, wine and travel.
The Art Director is responsible for driving and producing the high quality look and feel of the magazine.
This includes all support material, commercial and client content that extends into digital, web and social.
You will have amazing design and layout skills, a thorough understanding of photography, excellent communication skills and the ability to work to multiple deadlines and to problem solve as you go.
We're looking for an experienced Graphic Designer or Junior Designer looking to step up to the role of Art Director.
We are specifically looking for someone who is motivated to take the next step to the role of Art Director and work in a tight knit team working closely.
We're looking for a motivated individual to work, you will work closely with the Editorial, Publisher and Sales and Partnership team to drive a nationally recognised magazine forward.
Who you are
Design or other related degree or qualification
3+ year's experience in the publishing, advertising or creative industry
Demonstrated experience in providing work across print, digital video and other channels, with a strong understanding of print
You need to have full working knowledge and experience across all aspects of Adobe Creative Suite programs including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat.
Knowledge of Premiere Pro and After Effects will be an advantage.
You need to have fast and efficient skills as they relate to maintaining a digital asset library + archive
Strong conceptual thinking and process capability
You have the ability to rapidly integrate feedback into design and layouts
Art direction capabilities and experience across still and video photography
Experience generating and developing creative/visual concepts.
This would include all stages of the process from ideation through to production
Ability to produce mock-ups, mood boards and present to key stakeholders
Ability to brief and coordinate with other creatives, photographers, stylists, food economists and illustrators
Good stakeholder management and organisational skills
Ability to manage timelines and costings
Ability to manage the deadline pressures
Knowledge of Adobe suites
What we offer
Flexible working arrangements (from home/in office)
Training and career development (media/wine industry)
Ambitious, passionate and talented team
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