"Design Editor"

Hiring Department

The Missourian

Job Description

The Columbia Missourian is looking for an individual with experience in print design for a daily news operation to serve as a design editor for a one-year term. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible staff position. The anticipated start date for the position is Sept. 15, 2025.

This position involves overseeing design of the Missourian’s five-day-a-week print edition and 10 special sections each year. In this role, the person would work with multiple teams in the newsroom to put together a polished product for readers. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented and able to multitask while working under tight deadlines.

The design editor will maintain consistency in design style by maintaining style guides, templates and snippets.

The right candidate will have experience with print design, photo editing, infographics design and an enthusiasm for working with aspiring journalists.

• Oversee design production at least four nights a week
• Coordinate with content editors, copy editors, photo editors, graphics editors and other teams as needed
• Manage design and production of special sections and projects as needed
• Train students on page design and best practices

This is a limited term position, not to extend past one year.

Shift

M-F;3 p.m.-11:30 p.m.; This position will require evening shifts and will be determined in consultation with the Executive Editor. This position could require some weekend work.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred. At least two years of experience designing for a daily publication is preferred. Experience with Blox Total CMS and Adobe Creative Suite apps is preferred.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $14.80-$17.00/hour Grade: GGS-006 University Title: Media Producer I Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Resume and a list of 3 references

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.