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Hearst Magazines

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst Magazines Division

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

The Dapifer

Fashion Editor Intern

New York, NY · On-site

Editorial experience at a print or digital magazine preferred * Familiarity with digital/print ... Familiarity with emerging and established designers and product Additional Information As a member ...

The Dapifer

Fashion Editor Intern

New York, NY · On-site

Editorial experience at a print or digital magazine preferred * Familiarity with digital/print ... Familiarity with emerging and established designers and product Additional Information As a member ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst Newspapers

Senior Designer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$111K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst Television

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst Newspapers

Senior Designer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$111K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$112K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$111K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$111K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst Newspapers

Senior Designer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$111K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

Hearst

Senior Designer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$111K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As Senior Designer on Hearst Magazines' Central Commerce team, you'll lead the creative direction ... Lead the day-to-day design function for Hearst Magazines' centralized commerce editorial team ...

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How much do magazine editorial designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for magazine editorial designer in the United States is $59.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.60 and $73.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a magazine editorial designer?

A Magazine Editorial Designer is responsible for designing and laying out the visual elements of a magazine, ensuring an appealing and cohesive look. They work closely with editors, photographers, and illustrators to create engaging page designs that enhance the reader's experience. This role involves selecting typography, arranging images, designing covers, and maintaining brand consistency. Strong graphic design skills, creativity, and proficiency in design software like Adobe InDesign are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a magazine editorial designer?

To thrive as a Magazine Editorial Designer, you need strong graphic design abilities, an eye for visual storytelling, and a solid understanding of layout and typography, typically supported by a degree in graphic design or a related field. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is essential, and certifications in these tools can be beneficial. Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills help you work effectively within editorial teams and meet tight deadlines. These capabilities are crucial for creating visually engaging and cohesive magazine layouts that elevate content and fit publication standards.

What are some typical challenges faced by magazine editorial designers in their work?

Magazine Editorial Designers often face tight deadlines and frequent last-minute changes, requiring flexibility and quick problem-solving to ensure publication timelines are met. Balancing creative vision with brand guidelines and editorial objectives can be challenging, as designers must collaborate closely with editors, writers, and photographers to deliver a unified final product. Designers may also need to adapt layouts for both print and digital platforms. Successfully managing these aspects helps ensure that the magazine’s visual identity remains appealing and cohesive throughout each issue.

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Publications Specialist Level 2 - Magazine Editor - Federal Highway Administration

The Leading Niche

Washington, DC • On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

The Publications Specialist Level 2 / Magazine Editor will manage the editorial and production lifecycle for FHWA's Public Roads magazine and related publication products. This senior-level role is responsible for publication cycle management, editorial coordination, production scheduling, version control, approval tracking, quality assurance, stakeholder coordination, and final distribution support.
The successful candidate will bring strong periodical production experience, editorial judgment, publication workflow expertise, and the ability to coordinate across authors, technical reviewers, editors, designers, legal reviewers, public affairs personnel, and FHWA stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the full lifecycle of magazine and publication products from content intake through final distribution.
  • Manage production schedules, publication calendars, article tracking, review cycles, approval workflows, and final release milestones.
  • Support production of quarterly Public Roads magazine issues and related promotional materials.
  • Track article versions and ensure appropriate approvals are secured throughout the publication process.
  • Serve as liaison between authors, technical SMEs, writers, editors, layout/design teams, reviewers, legal counsel, public affairs, and publication stakeholders.
  • Provide high-level editorial support, content development assistance, and publication quality control.
  • Ensure strict version control throughout editing, layout, review, and document production.
  • Confirm all final articles and magazine content meet GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, FHWA/TFHRC style requirements, and Section 508 accessibility standards.
  • Coordinate layout reviews, proofing, formatting specifications, distribution requirements, and archive package preparation.
  • Support publication logistics, including documentation, approvals, electronic files, print files, archival files, permissions, and final deliverable packages.
  • Support marketing and outreach coordination related to Public Roads magazine, including issue promotion and stakeholder communication.
  • Identify workflow issues and recommend improvements to improve timeliness, consistency, and quality.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Publishing, Technical Communication, or a closely related field.
  • 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial management, publication management, magazine production, or publishing workflows.
  • Experience overseeing recurring publication cycles, preferably for a technical, research, transportation, or specialty publication.
  • Strong experience with substantive editing, copyediting, proofreading, version control, and publication quality assurance.
  • Experience managing complex approval workflows involving technical and creative teams.
  • Strong knowledge of federal publishing, Section 508 accessibility, style guides, and publication standards.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree or advanced professional certification in publishing, communications, journalism, editing, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting FHWA, USDOT, TFHRC, or another federal publication program.
  • Experience with transportation, highway, infrastructure, engineering, research, or technical publications.
  • Experience managing a quarterly magazine or recurring technical periodical.
  • Familiarity with GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, federal records, permissions, copyright, and publication release workflows.

Salary Description
110,000 - 135,000

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