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The Atlantic

Art Director

$85K - $100K/yr

This person will create original illustrations for The Atlantic, with a focus on daily coverage and ... They should ideally be skilled in digital and traditional mediums. They should also be detail ...

Magic Spoon

Designer / Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$111K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... illustration, styling, and traditional production. Packaging experience is a plus, but it is not ... This role reports to the Associate Creative Director and is open to remote candidates, as well as ...

Magic Spoon

Designer / Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$104K - $111K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... illustration, styling, and traditional production. Packaging experience is a plus, but it is not ... This role reports to the Associate Creative Director and is open to remote candidates, as well as ...

Hovercraft

Senior Spatial Designer

$90K - $110K/yr

This is not a traditional retail fixture role. Applicants with multidisciplinary abilities in other ... remote work setting. * Illustration, animation or design interests The salary range for this ...

Hovercraft

Spatial Designer

$70K - $80K/yr

This is not a traditional retail fixture role. Applicants with multidisciplinary abilities in other ... remote work setting. * Illustration, animation or design interests The salary range for this ...

Team Red Dog

Graphic Designer

Redmond, WA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In this fully remote , highly visible role, you'll create compelling social media content, event ... Expert proficiency with Illustrator and Photoshop to create polished digital, print, event, and ...

Corporate Tools

Motion Graphic Designer

Post Falls, ID · On-site +1

$75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will be a traditional company employee. This is a remote position, but if you're near one of ... Proficient in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop * Strong understanding of visual storytelling ...

Hovercraft

Senior Spatial Designer

$90K - $110K/yr

This is not a traditional retail fixture role. Applicants with multidisciplinary abilities in other ... remote work setting. * Illustration, animation or design interests The salary range for this ...

Hovercraft

Spatial Designer

$70K - $80K/yr

This is not a traditional retail fixture role. Applicants with multidisciplinary abilities in other ... remote work setting. * Illustration, animation or design interests The salary range for this ...

Corporate Tools

UI/UX Designer

Post Falls, ID · On-site +1

$100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will be a traditional company employee. This is a remote position, but if you're near one of ... Working knowledge of industry tools, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Sketch, Zeplin ...

Direct Agents

Video Editor - Contract

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$40 - $50/hr

Familiarity with Photoshop and Illustrator for prepping and manipulating layered assets * Ability ... This is a contract, remote position. Please be aware of fraudulent recruiters and scams. If you ...

Direct Agents

Video Editor - Contract

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$40 - $50/hr

Familiarity with Photoshop and Illustrator for prepping and manipulating layered assets * Ability ... This is a contract, remote position. Please be aware of fraudulent recruiters and scams. If you ...

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What is a traditional illustration remote?

A Traditional Illustration Remote job involves creating hand-drawn or painted artwork using traditional media such as pencils, ink, watercolors, or acrylics while working from a remote location. Artists in this role may work on book illustrations, editorial pieces, concept art, or custom commissions. Communication with clients, art directors, or publishers typically happens via email or video calls. While the creation process is traditional, final pieces may be scanned or digitized for delivery. Strong time management and self-discipline are essential for success in a remote setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in traditional illustration remote?

To thrive as a Traditional Illustration Remote professional, you need strong drawing skills, mastery of traditional media (such as pencils, ink, watercolor, or paints), a solid portfolio, and often a degree or formal training in art or illustration. Familiarity with digital tools like scanners, photo editing software, and online collaboration platforms is beneficial for sharing and refining artwork. Excellent time management, communication, and self-discipline are crucial soft skills for remote collaboration and meeting client or project deadlines. These abilities enable consistent high-quality work and effective remote teamwork in the competitive field of illustration.

What are some common challenges faced by traditional illustration professionals working remotely, and how can they be overcome?

One common challenge is ensuring clear communication and alignment with clients or creative teams, as instructions and feedback are often given virtually. Remote illustrators may also experience difficulty accessing high-quality traditional materials or struggle with efficiently digitizing and presenting their physical artwork. Establishing reliable routines, investing in good scanning equipment, and maintaining open channels for feedback—such as regular video calls or shared project boards—can help address these challenges. Staying organized and proactive in communication makes collaborative remote work both productive and rewarding.

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Art Director

The Atlantic

Remote

$85K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 hours ago

Job description

The Atlantic is looking for an art director to join the newsroom. This person will create original illustrations for The Atlantic, with a focus on daily coverage and digital features. They will also commission and art direct assignments. The role may also include occasional work on special projects and the magazine.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of illustration and design for digital platforms, and an enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced news environment. They should be highly collaborative but also able to work independently to complete tasks.

We are looking for a creative thinker-someone who brings an editorial voice through illustration and design, but is also excited about thinking outside the box in their approach and practice. They should ideally be skilled in digital and traditional mediums. They should also be detail-oriented, ensuring that all work meets The Atlantic's design, production, and editorial standards. The role will at times include later night, weekend, and early morning work.

Qualifications of the ideal candidate:

  • 5+ years of experience working in editorial design, illustration, digital media, or other relevant fields

  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud (experience with motion graphics and video editing preferred)

  • Familiarity with Figma preferred

  • A close attention to detail and the ability to multitask

  • Clear and concise communication skills

  • Experience in journalism or a news-related environment strongly preferred

Salary Minimum: $85,000; Salary Maximum: $100,000

This role is open to remote applicants.

This is a Guild position.

About The Atlantic:

The Atlantic has, for more than 160 years, advanced ideas that matter and sparked global conversation on the most important issues of our time. We aim to bring clarity and original thinking to questions of consequence, on topics ranging from politics, the economy, and global affairs to technology, science, and culture. As the third-longest-running magazine in America, we find ourselves at a remarkable moment: one of both continuation and transformation, of upholding our legacy while continuously reinventing ourselves for the future.

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The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC ("The Atlantic") is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The Atlantic is committed to diversity and encouragesmembers of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women,LGBTQ people, people of color, and people with disabilities.We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job offers to work at The Atlantic are contingent upon the candidate's successful completion of reference checks and compliance with The Atlantic's COVID-19 vaccination policy. TheAtlantic requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, including subsequent boosters, and submit proof of vaccination status. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine because of a disability/medical contraindication or sincerely-held religious belief may request an accommodation (e.g., an exemption) to this requirement.

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