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The Washington Post · 5 hours ago

Art Director, Opinions

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$121K/yr - $202K/yr

The Washington Post is a leading news organization, and they are seeking an Art Director for Opinions to enhance the visual storytelling of their editorial content. This role involves producing and commissioning illustrations, designing visual presentations, and collaborating with editorial teams to elevate the storytelling experience across various platforms.

Newspapers

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Produce and commission engaging, concept-driven illustrations for op-eds, columns, and editorial board content

Design visual presentations and packages that enhance Opinion stories across digital, mobile, print, newsletter, and social platforms

Guide visual storytelling from concept to execution, including print and digital adaptations

Collaborate with editors and writers to identify visual opportunities and refine presentation

Support the team with photo-editing tasks as needed

Create and edit basic data visualizations and informational graphics

Qualification

Adobe IllustratorPhotoshopInDesignVisual storytellingData visualizationHTML/CSS/JavaScriptDesign thinkingOriginal illustrationCollaborationCommunication

Required

A portfolio demonstrating strong design thinking, originality, and a refined aesthetic

Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate visual ideas effectively

Experience meeting deadlines in a fast-paced editorial environment

Proficiency with design tools including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign

Understanding of visual storytelling for digital and mobile-first platforms

Familiarity with animation, original illustration, or maintaining a consistent visual identity

Basic understanding of HTML/CSS/JavaScript and experience with web frameworks (e.g., React, Svelte, Angular, or Vue)

Experience creating or supporting data visualization and graphic storytelling for news media

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

Nine paid holidays and two personal days

20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

Robust mental health resources

Backup care and caregiver concierge services

Gender affirming services

Pet insurance

Free Post digital subscription

Leadership and career development programs

Company

The Washington Post

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The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions.

Founded in 1877

Washington, DC, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.washingtonpost.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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