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Art Director, Events

Dotdash Meredith

New York, NY 10-02-2024
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
Job Title
Art Director, Events

I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.The Events team at Dotdash Meredith is responsible for the creation and execution of all Signature Events held by brands across the DDM portfolio. We are building a design team to support these Signature Events.

Dotdash Meredith is looking for a Senior Designer to produce a wide variety of both digital and printed assets (from lamp post banners to websites) for these events. This person must be familiar and comfortable with designing for a large subset of the DDM portfolio of brands.

To successfully produce these events this person will work collaboratively with event producers, DDM executives, local and national talent, photographers, and other various vendors. This is a unique role that will require a broad set of skills. This person must also be willing to travel to all DDM Signature Events to provide onsite art support and art direct photoshoots.

II. Essential Job Functions
• Design look & feel of DDM Signature events and their corresponding materials
• Facilitate Production of Designed Assets with external vendors
• Onsite Art Direction & Design Support at DDM Events

Responsibilities:
• Concept ideas for the look & feel of DDM events
• Design printed materials for events and work with print shops to ensure they are produced correctly
• Art direct photoshoots at DDM events
• Attend DDM Signature events and provide onsite art support (ensure proper installation of produced artwork, produce last minute changes where needed)
• Design and assist in the production of merchandise that is sold at DDM events
• Contribute to the design of DDM event advertising and the design of event websites
• Collaborate with the Creative Director on bringing DDM brands content to life in physical spaces

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and experience

Experience: 3-5 Years Experience as a designer

% Travel Required (Approximate): Expect to travel 3-5 times per year for events or event prep. 10%

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Figma
• Strong Typography Skills
• Editorial Design Skills
• Publishing Industry Experience
• Motion graphics a plus
• Illustration skills a plus
• Web Design skills a plus
• Flexible, willing to work with short deadlines and changing priorities
• Comfortable communicating with Sponsors, Vendors, DDM Executives, external DDM clients while onsite at DDM Signature Events

It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com.

Pay Range
Salary: New York: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7x338-18-191-89-2-42 in your application.

Salary Details
Salary Range: $110,000 to $130,000 Per Year ($ USD)
Company Profile
Dotdash Meredith

Dotdash Meredith is the largest digital and print publisher in America. From mobile to magazines, nearly 200 million people trust us to help them make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith’s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.