Senior Art Director

At the N2 Company, our vision is "to be the most respected franchise in the nation, to share stories that build community, and to provide meaningful work for our team".

About Us

The N2 Company is America’s leading publisher of community magazines. We’re proud of our award-winning media brands – they reach millions of readers in nearly every state and help great businesses connect with ideal clients – but we’re even more proud to provide supportive and fulfilling remote work opportunities for our people. 

About The Role

The N2 Company is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Art Director to join our award-winning Marketing team. 

N2 is America’s leading publisher of community magazines. We’re proud of our award-winning media brands – they reach millions of readers in 47 states and help great businesses connect with ideal clients – but we’re even more proud to provide supportive and fulfilling remote work opportunities for our people. 

This role is uniquely positioned to leverage your extensive design expertise and passion for cutting-edge technology to shape the future of our 800+ hyper-local magazines’ visual storytelling. You’ll play a pivotal role in exploring the use of automation and AI in template and magazine design, particularly using Adobe InDesign.  

Interviews for this opening will be conducted over the phone and via video calls. This role will be fully remote. The starting salary for this role is $70-80K, depending on experience. 

Think you’ve got the attitude and the aptitude to join our team for this exciting full-time role? Keep reading and apply today via the link below!

The Role in Action

• Develop and execute compelling visual layouts / templates for our magazine, ensuring consistency with content, brand identity, and editorial vision. 
• Oversee the design and layout of many of our 800+ monthly magazine editions, ensuring high-quality standards and creativity are maintained.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines without compromising on quality.
• Manage and collaborate closely with Designers, content creators, and the Marketing team to create visually engaging layouts that enhance the reader experience.
• Explore and implement automation and AI tools in the design process, particularly with Adobe InDesign and Adobe Express.
• Experiment with and evaluate new design techniques and tools to streamline production processes.
• Work closely with junior Designers to create cohesive and captivating visual narratives.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who will hit the ground running with:

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in art direction, preferably in the magazine or publishing industry.
• A proven track record of creating visually compelling, award-winning magazine layouts.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other Adobe software.
• An understanding of publication workflows and the ability to create new workflows. (Adobe Express or Firefly knowledge is a plus!)
• A strong understanding and interest in gaining practical experience with automation and AI tools in design.
• Exceptional creative vision and attention to detail.
• The ability to conceptualize and execute innovative design solutions that engage and inspire readers.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

Health & Wellness

• Full health care coverage for you and your family.
• Complimentary basic dental coverage.
• Access to a licensed nutritionist to support your health and wellness goals.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with complimentary mental health resources and additional support services.

Financial Security

• 401(k) plan with a company match to help secure your financial future.
• Financial planning services to guide you in achieving your financial goals.
• $7,000 contribution toward the purchase of your first home through our First-Time Homebuyer Program.

Paid Leave

• Paid time off, including a paid, week-long Holiday Break each year.
• Three-week paid sabbatical after four years of service.
• Paternal leave, including twelve weeks of paid maternity leave and two week