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Mountain Democrat

Entry-Level Graphic Designer / Newspaper Page Layout

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18/hr

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Placerville, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 8 hours ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

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What they do

A Graphic Designer works with text and images to create design for printed material or web sites. Develops visual designs, such as a logo, that establish an identity or brand for an organization, business or campaign; uses design skills to improve the visual impact of advertising messages, reports, books or websites. May produce documents and printed materials using desktop publishing software and equipment. May work for a publishing company or provide printed business or marketing material for business clients.

$66,825 / year median in California

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Job Description

Entry-Level Graphic Designer / Newspaper Page Layout Mountain Democrat - 3.6 Placerville, CA Job Details Part-time From $18 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Microsoft Word Computer operation Microsoft Excel Bachelor's degree in graphic design Layout design Full Job Description Mountain Democrat — Placerville, CA Part-Time with Potential for Full-Time Starting at $18/hour Flexible Hours The Mountain Democrat is looking for a creative, dependable and detail-oriented person to join our production team as an Entry-Level Graphic Designer / Page Layout Assistant . We are willing to train the right person! This is a great opportunity for someone interested in graphic design, newspaper production and publishing who wants to gain hands-on professional experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Design advertisements for local businesses Create and revise ads based on customer requests Lay out newspaper pages with stories, photos, headlines and advertising Prepare ads and completed pages for print Make corrections and last-minute changes before press deadlines Work closely with our advertising, editorial and production teams Our production department publishes the Mountain Democrat twice a week , the Georgetown Gazette weekly , and our El Dorado Hills publication bi-monthly , along with special publications throughout the year.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Basic graphic design and computer skills Familiarity with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Acrobat preferred Good eye for layout, typography and photo placement Attention to detail and good spelling Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines Dependable, positive and willing to learn Previous newspaper experience is not required. Students, recent graduates and those looking to begin a career in graphic design or publishing are encouraged to apply. Part-time to start, with the possibility of becoming full-time . Hours are flexible, although availability around newspaper production deadlines is important. Please submit a résumé and, if available, samples of your design work or a portfolio. No professional portfolio yet? That's okay! School projects, personal designs or other creative work are welcome. We're interested in finding someone with creativity, potential and a willingness to learn.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 25.0 per week

Work Location:

In person

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules
Dental Insurance