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The Dapifer

Freelance Fashion Editors/Writers

New York, NY

$23.25 - $29.75/hr

The Dapifer is a top independent fashion magazine based in NYC and distributed internationally ... Familiarity with emerging and established designers and product Additional Information As a member ...

The Dapifer

Freelance Fashion Editors/Writers

New York, NY · On-site

$23.25 - $29.75/hr

The Dapifer is a top independent fashion magazine based in NYC and distributed internationally ... Familiarity with emerging and established designers and product Additional Information As a member ...

ViewSonic Corporation

Graphic Designer

Brea, CA · Hybrid

... magazine layout, etc. Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Dreamweaver) is a must . Video/animation editing experience with Final Cut Pro and Adobe After ...

US Equestrian Fed

Graphic Designer

Lexington, KY · On-site

Assists Creative Director with design creation and magazine production & branding. * Communicates ... Process and approve vendor & freelance invoices as needed. * Branding of visual communications is ...

ViewSonic

Graphic Designer

Brea, CA · On-site

... magazine layout, etc. Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Dreamweaver) is a must . Video/animation editing experience with Final Cut Pro and Adobe After ...

AKQA

Freelance Senior UX Designer

New York, NY

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior UX Designer to support one of the most recognized ... auto layout, libraries, and prototyping capabilities * Demonstrate advanced proficiency in ...

Navan

Freelance Brand Designer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

You'll join a group of writers, designers and marketers to build Navan's visual identity and ... Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design * Excellent communication and ...

AKQA

Freelance Senior Product Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$2.8K - $3.6K/wk

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Product Designer to support one of the most ... auto layout, libraries, and prototyping capabilities * Demonstrate advanced proficiency in ...

Lolli and Pops / Hammond's Candies

Graphic Designer

$70K - $72K/yr

This role is ideal for a designer who's ready to evolve from freelance execution into full creative ... Packaging & Product • Execute packaging design and layout for new and existing products, ensuring ...

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Checkr

Lead Brand Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Contractor and freelance direction: Direct and QC the work of contractors and freelancers to ensure ... An outstanding portfolio showing mastery of typography, layout, storytelling, and art direction

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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance magazine layout designer in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Magazine Layout Designer vs Freelance Graphic Designer?

AspectFreelance Magazine Layout DesignerFreelance Graphic Designer
Primary FocusDesigning magazine layouts, page composition, and visual flowCreating various visual content like logos, branding, advertisements, and digital graphics
Skills & ToolsInDesign, Photoshop, layout principles, typographyPhotoshop, Illustrator, branding, visual storytelling
Work EnvironmentMagazines, publishing houses, freelance projects for publishersAdvertising agencies, corporate clients, freelance projects across industries
Common UsageSpecialized in print and digital magazine layoutsBroader range of visual design projects

While both roles require strong design skills and proficiency in Adobe tools, Freelance Magazine Layout Designers focus specifically on magazine layouts and publishing standards. Freelance Graphic Designers have a broader scope, working on various visual content for multiple industries. The choice depends on your specialization and client needs.

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Freelance Editorial Graphic Designer

Dallas Symphony Association Inc

Dallas, TX • On-site

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Job description

Description

Dallas Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Freelance Editorial Graphic Designer to support our Marketing, Communications & Guest Services department. This contract role will collaborate closely with the Creative Services team to design and produce printed concert program books for the 2026-2027 season. 


This role plays an important part in shaping the visual and editorial presentation of materials distributed at every performance. The position requires working hours ranging from 60-100 per month depending on production schedules. 


This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a world-class arts organization and help shape the visual storytelling that thousands of concertgoers experience each week. 


Key Responsibilities 


Design and produce concert program books for the 2026-2027 season (August 2026 - May 2027), including: 

  • Classical Series 
  • Pops Series 
  • Dallas Symphony Presents Series 

Translate complex editorial content into engaging, high-quality layouts, including: 

  • Artist biographies 
  • Program notes and repertoire information 
  • Sponsorship and donor listings 
  • Department updates and feature content 

Additional Responsibilities 

  • Apply and adapt existing creative assets to align with established seasonal design templates and themes 
  • Ensure strict attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency across all materials 
  • Manage pagination and layout flow to meet required page counts and print specifications 
  • Prepare press-ready files following best practices for high-quality print production 
  • Work efficiently under tight deadlines and respond quickly to revisions and last-minute updates 
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to incorporate feedback 
  • Implement revisions accurately and thoughtfully while maintaining design integrity 
  • Conduct thorough quality control, reviewing spacing, alignment, formatting, and adherence to templates before submitting proofs 

Requirements

  • Proven experience in editorial graphic design, preferably in publishing, performing arts, or nonprofit environments 
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating layout design, typography, and print production work 
  • Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign required; Illustrator and Photoshop preferred) 
  • Solid understanding of print production processes, including pagination, file setup, and prepress standards 
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills 
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams 
  • Experience working with long-form content and high-volume text layouts is highly preferred 
  • Application submissions must include a portfolio showcasing relevant editorial and print design work

Schedule & Engagement 

  • Contract role averaging 60-100 hours per month 
  • Project-based work aligned with concert production schedules 
  • Flexible working hours, with availability for deadlines and revision cycles required 

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