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Graphic Designer, Yoga Journal

Job Description: Active Interest Media Active Living Group is seeking a Graphic Designer for Yoga Journal.

YOGA JOURNAL is the authority on yoga and the yoga lifestyle. It’s the brand for all practitioners—from beginners to masters—who want to live a healthier, happier, more fulfilling life both on and off the mat. Yoga Journal is seeking an editorial designer who is a well-organized, creative person with strong typography and design skills to join the Yoga Journal team in Boulder, Colorado. Yoga Journal is a fast-paced environment and the ideal candidate must be creative, deadline-driven, and collaborative, with a strong attention for detail.

This position reports to the Art Director and collaborates closely with all teams to create and assist with visual needs across the brand’s many platforms, in addition to working on design and production of the print and special interest publications.

Job Requirements:
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Design and production:
• Works with Art Director and other Directors across the brand to conceptualize, research, plan and execute the visuals and design for magazine, bookazines, and digital editions. (Designs departments and features as assigned for 6-10 issues/year)
• Works with Art Director and photo contributors on assigned photo shoots to assist with; bookings, producing, styling & art direction
• Reviews and manages Zinio digital editions
• Works with an in-house color correction specialist and the Art Director to make sure color is being processed to meet Yoga Journal standards
• Manages production and post-production as needed

The ideal candidate:
• Has consumer magazine design/layout design experience, strong production skills and at least 3+ years as a page layout designer
• Is very familiar with Adobe CC apps, specifically InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Has a degree in graphic design or a related field
• Has strong print and digital design skills, is a self-starter, and thinks outside the box
• Has a broad knowledge of photography, typography, color correction and illustration
• Is highly organized and deadline driven, with superb project and time management skills
• Works collaboratively with team members both in the office and around the country
• Has a solid understanding of the yoga community and lifestyle – 200+hours of completed teacher training a plus, but not a requirement

Type of Job: Design

City: Boulder

State/Country: CO

Duration: Full-time

Company: Active Interest Media

About Our Company: One of the world’s largest enthusiast media companies, Active Interest Media (aimmedia.com) produces leading consumer and trade events, websites, magazines, and films and TV shows that reach 40 million readers, fans, and attendees in 85 countries. Our brands include Yoga Journal, BACKPACKER, Climbing SKI, Clean Eating, Anglers Journal, Yachts International, Sail, Power & Motoryacht, Practical Horseman, EQUUS, Muscle & Performance, Team Roping Journal, Oxygen, Clean Eating, Log Home Living, Old House Journal, Cabin Living, Woodsmith, Garden Gate, and more. The company’s five divisions—the Equine Network, Home Group, Active Living Group, Marine Group, and Fitness Group—also operate thriving B2B platforms, online universities, and retail events. Core competencies include lead generation (through our Qualified Buyer Program), marketing services (through our in-house agency, Catapult Creative Labs), and video production. Warren Miller Entertainment is the most successful adventure-film company in history, and AIM Studios is a unit dedicated to digital video. Active Interest Media’s customers are smart, engaged, and loyal, and they look to our brands for trustworthy information and services that will inspire and enable them to enjoy their passions.

Contact Name: Scott Roeder

Contact Email: humanresources@aimmedia.com

How to Apply: Send resumes to humanresources@aimmedia.com