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Job Title: Newspaper Layout &amp; Graphic Designer (Part-Time)Location: Saint Ansgar, Iowa (Headquarters &ndash; Nelson Media Company) Hours: 10&ndash;20 hours per week Department: Newspaper DivisionAbout Nelson Media CompanyNelson Media Company is a fast-growing multimedia organization based in North Iowa, proudly publishing and revitalizing local newspapers across the Midwest &mdash; including The Osage Oracle, The Belmond Independent, The Akron Hometowner, and others.Our mission is simple: to preserve local journalism while bringing modern design and creativity to small-town storytelling.We&rsquo;re seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Newspaper Layout &amp; Graphic Designer to join our production team. This role involves designing weekly newspapers, advertisements, and visual layouts that capture the spirit and character of the communities we serve.Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and lay out weekly newspaper pages for publications such as The Osage Oracle, The Belmond Independent, and The Akron Hometowner.</li><li>Work closely with editors and publishers to ensure each issue is visually engaging, organized, and ready for print.</li><li>Create and update advertisements, graphics, and visual elements for both print and digital editions.</li><li>Maintain consistent branding, typography, and style across multiple newspapers.</li><li>Deliver final pages on schedule each week and ensure all files are press-ready.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience in newspaper layout and graphic design (please include a portfolio).</li><li>Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and/or Illustrator.</li><li>Strong understanding of layout design, typography, and color theory.</li><li>Ability to meet weekly deadlines and manage multiple publications at once.</li><li>Attention to detail and strong communication skills.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience working with community newspapers or in small-market publishing.</li><li>Familiarity with the print production process and pre-press file preparation.</li><li>Comfortable working independently or remotely with editorial teams in multiple locations.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Flexible schedule (10&ndash;20 hours per week).</li><li>Work remotely or from our Saint Ansgar, Iowa headquarters, or one of our Iowa papers.</li><li>Opportunity to grow with a respected and expanding multimedia company.</li><li>Creative role with the freedom to help shape the visual identity of community journalism across Iowa and beyond.</li></ul>How to ApplyPlease send your resume, design portfolio, and references to: cnelson@nelsonmediacompany.com Include &ldquo;Newspaper Layout Designer &ndash; Nelson Media Company&rdquo; in the subject line.Job Type: Part-timePay: $13.00 - $20.00 per hourWork Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Ansgar, IA 50472

Newspaper Layout/Graphic Designer (Newspaper Experience Required)!

Job Title: Newspaper Layout &amp; Graphic Designer (Part-Time)Location: Saint Ansgar, Iowa (Headquarters &ndash; Nelson Media Company) Hours: 10&ndash;20 hours per week Department: Newspaper DivisionAbout Nelson Media CompanyNelson Media Company is a fast-growing multimedia organization based in North Iowa, proudly publishing and revitalizing local newspapers across the Midwest &mdash; including The Osage Oracle, The Belmond Independent, The Akron Hometowner, and others.Our mission is simple: to preserve local journalism while bringing modern design and creativity to small-town storytelling.We&rsquo;re seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Newspaper Layout &amp; Graphic Designer to join our production team. This role involves designing weekly newspapers, advertisements, and visual layouts that capture the spirit and character of the communities we serve.Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and lay out weekly newspaper pages for publications such as The Osage Oracle, The Belmond Independent, and The Akron Hometowner.</li><li>Work closely with editors and publishers to ensure each issue is visually engaging, organized, and ready for print.</li><li>Create and update advertisements, graphics, and visual elements for both print and digital editions.</li><li>Maintain consistent branding, typography, and style across multiple newspapers.</li><li>Deliver final pages on schedule each week and ensure all files are press-ready.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience in newspaper layout and graphic design (please include a portfolio).</li><li>Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and/or Illustrator.</li><li>Strong understanding of layout design, typography, and color theory.</li><li>Ability to meet weekly deadlines and manage multiple publications at once.</li><li>Attention to detail and strong communication skills.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience working with community newspapers or in small-market publishing.</li><li>Familiarity with the print production process and pre-press file preparation.</li><li>Comfortable working independently or remotely with editorial teams in multiple locations.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Flexible schedule (10&ndash;20 hours per week).</li><li>Work remotely or from our Saint Ansgar, Iowa headquarters, or one of our Iowa papers.</li><li>Opportunity to grow with a respected and expanding multimedia company.</li><li>Creative role with the freedom to help shape the visual identity of community journalism across Iowa and beyond.</li></ul>How to ApplyPlease send your resume, design portfolio, and references to: cnelson@nelsonmediacompany.com Include &ldquo;Newspaper Layout Designer &ndash; Nelson Media Company&rdquo; in the subject line.Job Type: Part-timePay: $13.00 - $20.00 per hourWork Location: Remote

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Newspaper Layout/Graphic Designer (Newspaper Experience Required)!

Newspaper Layout/Graphic Designer (Newspaper Experience Required)!