605 Magazine: Multimedia Designer
Multimedia Designer
Job Type: Full Time
Location: In Office
Compensation: Salary
This is a multi-faceted, deadline-driven position, where the individual is developing creative for 605 Magazine and 605 Weddings issues, and 605 Creative Co. marketing projects for the South Dakota and surrounding markets. Being an organized self-starter and being detail orientated is very important, along with keeping up on trends, and continuing to self-educate. Other job details include, but are not limited to:
Layout Design: Creating publication layout for 605 Magazine (monthly) and 605 Weddings (annually). This also includes other 605 client and company print collateral for all businesses.
Ad Creation and Placement: Creating ads and campaigns for clients in all 605 businesses. This includes consulting clients on their marketing needs in person, over the phone, or via email. Also ensures placement of ad and quality of ad is correct for 605 publications.
Printing Process: Preparing the job files for print. For publications, this includes working with the 605 team on edits, creating multiple proofs, and working with the team on upload and final approval.
Logo Design: Working with the 605 team and clients on creating logos for 605 businesses and 605 Creative Co. clients from start to delivery.
File Organization: Ensuring all creative (photos, issue files, videos, etc.) are organized in the server, Dropbox, etc. Also creating backups as projects are designed to ensure files aren’t lost.
Manage Website: Update business websites, including uploading/laying out new articles, web ads, podcast episodes, and the like on 605magazine.com.
Social Media: Helping create social media marketing material for 605 businesses and for clients.
Internal Marketing: Creating internal marketing like our annual 605 beer collaboration, stickers, and merch.
Photography: Editing photos on brand for publications and for clients. Also creating galleries monthly from 605 publications and creating photo galleries for 605 Creative Co. clients. Taking photos for 605 businesses and clients is a plus.
Other duties: Help with duties like travel, magazine distribution/refills if needed, and simple office housekeeping like taking out the garbage, and dishes, etc.
BONUS
Editing videos for social media, for clients, and for content is a plus.
Familiarity with WordPress or similar website editors.
Comfortable working in Premier Pro and After Effects + Video production experience.
Photography and/or any video experience.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Visual storyteller with a commitment to making a positive impact with South Dakota brands and clients.
1-3 years of graphic design and photo editing experience.
A team player/collaborator.
Great email etiquette.
Excels at quick turnarounds, delegation, management, and deadlines.
Proficiency in Adobe Suite, primarily InDesign, Lightroom, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Comfortable working on Mac and HP computers.
WHY 605
605 is a small business with a big love for our state. We are a publication company, and are also a creative agency offering photography, video, writing, and design services. The company also has several vacation and extended stay rentals in the Black Hills (605 Hideaway) and Sioux Falls (605 Lofts).
We’re a small group of talented creatives working in downtown Sioux Falls using our 605 brand to celebrate South Dakota, whether it’s through publications, websites, social media channels, or with our marketing clients.
Together, we’ve collaborated on award-winning content, including statewide and national awards.
For more information or to apply, email Alana Snyder at asnyder@605magazine.com with a cover letter, resume, and samples/web-based portfolio of your work. If moved on into the interview process, you might be asked to test a 605-style example of work to see if it is a compatible match.
