Production Manager

Job Summary  The Queen’s Journal is an entirely student-run newspaper at Queen’s University. The paper was founded in 1873 and has been continually published ever since. The Journal publishes a bi-weekly print edition and regular online content throughout the year.  A visual portfolio must be e-mailed to newjournal.editors@ams.queensu.ca at the time of your application submission to supplement your application. Please include your name and the position title in the file's name.  Job Competencies  Communication  Organization  Ownership   Attention to Detail   Cultural Sensitivity  Creativity  Job Duties  Have a working knowledge and/or experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, most significantly, InDesign, Photoshop, and other interactive digital tools (web design languages will be considered an asset)  Attend all press days to design and layout the front-page, diversions (i.e. crosswords, horoscopes, etc.) and help other staff layout their sections  Create and distribute Adobe InDesign files to section-heads for every in-print issue (occurs every other Thursday)  Work with the Business Manager to monitor and layout the ad content per issue, ensuring ads fit the proper specifications and occasionally designing in-house ads  Communicate with the Editor(s) in Chief and the Business Manager about ad content and print concerns  Work with the visual team to ensure standardization and quality of visual content  Develop a strong relationship with section heads to maintain visual consistency between print and online versions of stories, as well as ensure content spacing per page is adequate  Act as a resource and advisor for other staff members on what current design tools can be used for interactive digital content  Collaborate with sections to develop their digital projects  Work with staff from each section to generate a mixture of hard (full-page infographics with extensive information) and soft (graphs, charts and timelines) graphics.   Attend all training sessions to become familiar with the department and adhere to the general operations of the department      Respect and adhere to all company policies, procedures and ethical standards   Maintain timely communication with direct supervisor   Attend and fully participate in all in person and virtual meetings   Complete all assigned tasks efficiently and attentively   Strive to foster a warm, comfortable and respectful atmosphere for all   Always serve as a representative of the AMS and its mission statement  Complete other duties as assigned    Job Requirements  Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment    Working Conditions  Interaction and collaboration with coworkers and management