Don’t forget! We’re closing our search for a new art director soon, so get on your art horse and submit your resume! (Or tell an artsy friend to get on their art horse.) Here are the pert deets!

ART DIRECTOR NEEDED

The Portland Mercury is searching for an experienced editorial Art Director. Considered one of the best-designed alternative newsweeklies in the country, this is a dream opportunity for candidates with vision and ambition. From choosing the weekly cover art, to managing a talented team of designers, to working with our spirited editorial staff on design, presentation, and conceptual issues—this position demands brilliant creativity, while working quickly and calmly under deadline pressure.
Responsible for the overall design quality of the publication, the successful candidate will be well versed in CS4 or higher (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), OSX, social media, basic HTML, web optimization, have experience commissioning quality photography and illustration, and be able to forge and foster relationships with local and national artists. Due to the fast-paced nature of the position, good prioritizing and accurate multitasking are necessary. Enthusiasm, professionalism, people skills, and a sparkling sense of humor are a must. This is a full-time position, with competitive salary and benefits. Evening and occasional weekend hours are not a regular component of the weekly schedule, but not entirely unheard of.
Interested applicants should electronically submit resume, portfolio, web links, and cover letter to artdirectorjob@portlandmercury.com or via snail mail to “Art Director Job,” c/o Rob Crocker, Portland Mercury, 605 NE 21st Ave, Suite 200, Portland OR 97232.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Bang bang, choo-choo train, let me see you shake that thang. Wm. Steven Humphrey is the editor-in-chief of the Portland Mercury and has held the job since 2000. (So don’t get any funny ideas.)