DESIGN MANAGER

Emmis entered the world of publishing in 1988, with the purchase of its hometown magazine, Indianapolis Monthly, and since that time the company has grown to become the country's leading publisher of city and regional magazines. Building on the expertise of the management team at Indianapolis Monthly, Emmis Publishing has since acquired Atlanta, Texas Monthly, Cincinnati, Los Angeles, and Orange Coast magazines. Texas Monthly has chronicled Texas politics, lifestyle, food, and arts since 1973. Winner of 13 National Magazine Awards, the publishing industry's highest honor, Texas Monthly embodies the gold standard of print journalism. Its growing digital portfolio encompasses texasmonthly.com, tmbbq.com, a highly-engaged social media community, and interactive apps. The annual sold-out TMBBQ Fest is the capstone to a slate of year-round events that Texas Monthly conducts, ranging from editorial panels, to signature chef dinners, BBQ events, custom client programs, and more. The Texas Monthly brand covers a lot of territory—just like the state—and reaches affluent Texans in every population center from the panhandle to the Rio Grande. Job Overview: Texas Monthly is seeking a full-time Design Manager to join their team as the primary creative resource for Sales, Marketing, and Promotions. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the Texas lifestyle -- from BBQ, rodeo, and ranching to the great outdoors, music, and Texas-size style. They will get a front-row seat to develop the brand through print and digital outlets, and conceptualize new and inventive ways to align with strategic partners. He/she must possess a sophisticated design aesthetic, keen understanding of digital/print/environmental design. To be a successful member of the Texas Monthly marketing team, the candidate must be a highly organized, self-directed seasoned designer and project manager with strong hands-on experience planning and executing creative materials in a variety of formats. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Lead and manage a team of two (2) designers and one (1) project manager - Exhibit leadership qualities that inspire design expertise, innovation, and excellence - Mentor and develop the talents of the creative team - Research new and innovative marketing ideas, including but not limited to print, digital, and experiential extensions - Troubleshoot and problem solve across all areas - Harness and nurture the look-and-feel of our established brand identity - Create an array of print and digital pieces that range from interactive presentations, sell sheets, and event collateral to custom branded content and new product launches - See projects through from initial conception through to production and final execution - Produce and conduct photo and video shoots at a range of budget levels for custom content executions - Create budgets and timelines for all projects - Create press-ready mechanicals, collect files for output, review printer proofs for accuracy and ensure superior quality of executions - Create, edit and optimize interactive PowerPoint presentations for a variety of audiences - Manage the ideation, creation and delivery of: - PPT presentations (templates for customization) - Branding ads (print and digital) - High-impact custom ad units (print and digital) - Client ads (print and digital) - Branding design for events (including the overall look and event collateral) - Video and sizzle reels - Native Print and Digital Programs (advertorials) - Illustration and infographic creation - Motion graphic/animation creation Desired Skills and Qualifications: - BFA or BA in Graphic Design - 7+ years of experience in art direction and creative development - Sophisticated sense of typography with an attention to detail - Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills including being able to take direction/criticism, effectively sell/present your ideas and communicate eloquently to clients and stakeholders - Candidate must be extremely organized, a supportive team player, and be able to adapt to changing priorities - Proven ability to deliver timely, accurate work product and demonstrate good follow up and follow through - A good balance of pie-in-the-sky imagination and pragmatic hands-on ability - Ability to handle multiple projects and work quickly without sacrificing quality in a deadline-driven environment - Demonstrated knowledge and reverence for the needs of the business and that it influences what we do - A healthy obsession with emerging trends and web innovations that candidate shares with the team - Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office on a Mac platform, and PowerPoint on a PC platform - Experience with Wordpress, Dreamweaver, Flash, Aftereffects, HTML, and CSS and an appetite for expanding digital offerings - A strong and proven understanding of print production, including file prep and color correction - Having a network of relationships with third party companies, talent and vendors to produce content, such as videographers, photographers, designers, copywriters, stylists, musicians, tastemakers, etc., is a plus - A memorable portfolio that shows great collaborations Application Process: If you are a qualified candidate and interested in this position we encourage you to apply. The preferred method is to submit a cover letter, resume and application online within the Careers tab at www.emmis.com. NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK-INS ACCEPTED. EMMIS Communications (NASDAQ: EMMS) is a diversified media corporation with award-winning radio broadcasting and magazine publishing operations in markets across the country. EMMIS is as well known for its creative culture as for its operations. Our people are aggressive, knowledgeable and deeply committed to each of the communities in which we operate. Because employees are the key to our success, EMMIS offers strong benefits and incentives, including health, dental and life insurance and a 401(k) contribution plan. For more information about EMMIS, visit our website at www.emmis.com. EMMIS COMMUNICATIONS/TEXAS MONTHLY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER