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The New York Times

Art Director

New York, NY

$132K - $138K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with a desk's editors and photo editors and act as both a creative lead and a project ... A portfolio that demonstrates superior typography and layout skills, whether through magazine work ...

Hasana, Inc.

Art Director

Los Angeles, CA

$130K - $136K/yr

Company Description Felix is a luxury lifestyle magazine currently serving Chicago, Los Angeles and ... Clearly articulates photo concepts with FOB photographers and editors. Initiates and organizes FOB ...

Hasana, Inc.

Art Director

New York, NY

$132K - $138K/yr

Company Description Felix is a luxury lifestyle magazine currently serving Chicago, Los Angeles and ... Clearly articulates photo concepts with FOB photographers and editors. Initiates and organizes FOB ...

Hasana, Inc.

Art Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

Company Description Felix is a luxury lifestyle magazine currently serving Chicago, Los Angeles and ... Clearly articulates photo concepts with FOB photographers and editors. Initiates and organizes FOB ...

Scholastic

Senior Editor

New York, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

THE OPPORTUNITY The Senior Editor of SuperSTEM will be an integral part of the magazine's editorial ... work with art director to finesse layouts for editor's approval, give article its final read.

Scholastic Corporation

Senior Editor

New York, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

THE OPPORTUNITY The Senior Editor of SuperSTEM will be an integral part of the magazine's editorial ... work with art director to finesse layouts for editor's approval, give article its final read.

Grey Dog Media LLC

Senior Art Director

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate with editors, project directors, and clients to deliver high-level creative solutions ... in magazine publishing. * A portfolio that showcases sophisticated design, typography, and ...

The Dapifer

Fashion Editor Intern

New York, NY · On-site

... art, and culture, The DAPIFER positions itself amongst a new generation of fashion creatives ... The Dapifer is a top independent fashion magazine and media platform based in NYC and distributed ...

The Dapifer

Fashion Editor Intern

New York, NY

... art, and culture, The DAPIFER positions itself amongst a new generation of fashion creatives ... The Dapifer is a top independent fashion magazine and media platform based in NYC and distributed ...

The New York Times

Art Director

New York, NY · On-site

$124K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with a desk's editors and photo editors and act as both a creative lead and a project ... A portfolio that demonstrates superior typography and layout skills, whether through magazine work ...

The Atlantic

Senior Associate Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Coordinate with other teams, including art, copy, fact-check, and audience Skills and ... As the third-longest-running magazine in America, we find ourselves at a remarkable moment: one of ...

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How much do magazine art editor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for magazine art editor in the United States is $70,836.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $111,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a magazine art editor do?

A Magazine Art Editor is responsible for the visual style and layout of a magazine, ensuring it aligns with the publication’s brand and audience. They oversee design, typography, and imagery, working closely with graphic designers, photographers, and writers. Their role includes selecting visuals, approving layouts, and maintaining consistency in aesthetics. They also collaborate with the editorial team to enhance storytelling through design. Strong creativity, attention to detail, and knowledge of publishing software are essential for this role.

What are some common challenges magazine art editors face in their daily work?

Magazine Art Editors often navigate tight deadlines and fast-paced publishing cycles, requiring them to balance high creative standards with the need for quick turnarounds. They must also coordinate with multiple departments—such as editorial, photography, and advertising—to ensure visual consistency and integrate diverse content seamlessly. Staying up-to-date with design trends while maintaining the magazine's unique brand can be challenging but rewarding. Successful editors are skilled at adapting to last-minute changes and managing several projects simultaneously, making flexibility and strong organizational skills essential for the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a magazine art editor, and why are they important?

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Art Director

The New York Times

New York, NY

$132K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

The award-winning features print design team at The New York Times is responsible for the majority of the paper's weekly sections, including Arts & Leisure, Sunday Business, Styles, Book Review and Food. We are looking for an art director to join our team in the NYC office.

You are an art director with a demonstrated talent for narrative visual storytelling. You have sophisticated typography skills, an eye for illustration and photography, and a proven ability to organize complex information to create engaging designs. You have strong project management skills experience taking lead on projects, while working collaboratively with other designers, editors and photo editors. Also, you are passionate about print - interested in generating visual-first story ideas and finding innovative ways to present digital-first content in the newspaper. You are familiar with digital presentation, considering the mobile experience when assigning illustration and animation. Ultimately, you are a team player, able to bring your enthusiasm to projects big and small.

This is an in-office position, based in New York City, and includes regular attendance in the office up to four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.

Responsibilities:

  • Partner with a desk's editors and photo editors and act as both a creative lead and a project manager, designing covers, interior pages and special projects.
  • Conceptualize creative solutions and see them through to publication.
  • Commission illustration effectively for all platforms
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
  • You will report to the Design Director, Print Features

Basic Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of design experience
  • A portfolio that demonstrates superior typography and layout skills, whether through magazine work, innovative newspaper design or book design
  • Knowledge of Indesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated experience selling ideas and building consensus
  • Excellent collaboration skills for working with fellow designers, editors, photo editors and other staff
  • Experience managing projects and meeting deadlines
  • Demonstrated talent with illustration, with a passion for growing a network of diverse artists
  • Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changing priorities
  • Familiarity with digital art direction
  • Strong editorial judgment and attention to detail

This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.

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Additional Compensation and Benefits
For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.

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