Art Director, Opinion
Quick answer
The New York Times is hiring a senior Art Director, Opinion in New York, NY, with an annual base pay range of $124,979.94—$141,000 USD, to lead editorial projects and manage design solutions for print and digital platforms.
- Role
- Art Director, Opinion
- Organization
- The New York Times
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $124,979.94—$141,000 USD
- Category
- Design & Creative
The role
The New York Times is seeking a creative and collaborative Art Director to join their award-winning Opinion Design team. The role involves reimagining daily pages to establish a distinct visual identity, working closely with editors and stakeholders to create engaging designs, and managing full project lifecycles within proprietary publishing systems.
What you'll do
- Conceptualize and execute design solutions from initial concept through publication
- Partner with editors, photo editors, and key stakeholders to align visual vision
- Commission and art direct illustrations, growing a deep network of creative talent
- Push layout boundaries through sophisticated art placement, structure, and illustration integration
- Craft display copy and edit text independently to improve layout flow
- Manage full project lifecycles within proprietary publishing systems, meeting tight daily deadlines
What it takes
- 5+ years of print and digital design experience leading editorial projects
- Proven art direction and visual editing skills, including commissioning talent
- Mastery of design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, pagination software)
- Strong communicator capable of managing a high-intensity, news-driven schedule
- Experience in a newsroom or media environment with a strong visual judgment of illustration and photography trends
- Passion for off-platform visual storytelling and strong knowledge of domestic and international competitors
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, NY, and is an in-office position.
What is the compensation range?
The annual base pay range for this role is between $124,979.94—$141,000 USD.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 5+ years of print and digital design experience, proven art direction and visual editing skills, and mastery of design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.
How can I apply?
You can apply now on The New York Times careers site.
How to apply
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