News Designer

The Standard-Examiner of Ogden, Utah is immediately seeking a full-time page designer to join our team and produce dynamic, eye-catching print designs and engaging pages for a savvy audience.

The Standard-Examiner newspaper covers the wider Northern Utah area, including Weber and Davis counties, which has a combined population of more than 500,000 and is the home to Hill Air Force Base. The newsroom has a passion for community journalism and sharing those stories in the best possible way through words and layout.

A successful candidate will be creative, team oriented and deadline conscious with a firm grasp of AP style, grammar, punctuation and news judgment. At least one year of layout experience is preferred (particularly with InDesign), but a willingness and ability to learn quickly is required.

This is an entry- to mid-level position that includes working evenings, including some holidays and weekends. As part of Ogden Newspapers, the Standard-Examiner offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), sick time and paid vacation.

Successful candidates should have the following qualifications:

• Degree in journalism or similar field.

• Experience with Adobe Suite including InDesign, Photoshop.

• An eye for visual presentation and creativity.

• Willingness to produce different sections of the paper, including news, sports and entertainment.

• Thorough understanding of grammar and AP style.

• Mastery of journalistic ethics and passion for the field.

• Strong ability to manage time and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate clearly with team members.

Minimum qualifications:

• Previous news experience.

• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign.

• Ability to work nights, weekends and some holidays.

To apply submit cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Ryan Christner, Managing Editor

Email:rchristner@standard.net

Apply in person: 332 Standard Way, Ogden UT