Job Description

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world's population sees AP journalism every day.

AP Intelligence is seeking a Design and Copy Lead to lead design strategy and execution as we scale our groundbreaking Data and AI products. This position will elevate the AP Intelligence brand by creating compelling marketing and sales collateral that clearly communicate our mission, technological innovation, and best-in-class data solutions to enterprise clients.

This role will have strategic and hands-on responsibility for framing and designing our go-to-market client-facing communications, pitch decks, product narratives, and proposals. The ideal candidate is a visual storyteller with strong creative direction abilities, excellent writing skills, and deep understanding of B2B marketing—particularly in the data, AI, and intelligence sectors.

What you will do:

• In collaboration with key stakeholders, design and produce all client-facing materials for AP Intelligence and our Data & AI team, ensuring consistent brand storytelling across PowerPoint, InDesign, web, and other formats

• Translate complex data and AI capabilities into clear, compelling narratives and visuals for enterprise decision-makers—moving quickly from brief to finished asset

• Craft pre-sale and post-sale marketing materials that educate clients about AP Intelligence's unique value proposition in the data and AI landscape

• Stay current on industry trends in data intelligence, AI/ML applications, news intelligence, and enterprise SaaS solutions, applying that knowledge to timely marketing content

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Technology, Data Science, Product, and Sales teams to distill technical concepts into accessible, visually engaging content—often under tight deadlines

• Serve as brand steward for AP Intelligence, ensuring all creative work adheres to AP's brand identity and design guidelines

• Build and maintain a library of sales enablement assets including customizable presentation templates, one-pagers, case studies, and demo scripts

Who you are:

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in design or marketing production roles at a B2B technology company, publisher, agency, or data/intelligence provider

• Proven track record producing high-quality marketing materials for complex technology products, particularly in data, AI, SaaS, or enterprise intelligence solutions

• Strong executional design skills with mastery of PowerPoint and Keynote presentation design—you can take a rough outline and turn it into a polished deck fast

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and modern design tools (Figma, Canva, etc.)

• Strong writing and editing skills with ability to distill technical concepts for business audiences; fluency in AP Style

• Solid understanding of B2B buyer journeys and enterprise sales cycles

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment—comfortable managing multiple simultaneous requests, shifting priorities, and quick turnarounds without sacrificing quality

• Highly organized and self-directed, with strong project management instincts and a bias toward action

• Excellent interpersonal skills for communication and collaboration across technical and non-technical stakeholders

What will set you apart:

• Experience supporting the launch of new B2B technology, data, or AI products

• Understanding of news intelligence, media monitoring, or content licensing industries

• Experience producing materials for C-suite and enterprise buyers at Fortune 500 companies

• Portfolio demonstrating work that simplifies complex data or AI concepts across multiple formats

• Motion graphics, video editing, or interactive content creation skills

• Background in journalism, news, or media industries

Salary & Benefits:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000-$135,000, based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications and location.

The Associated Press offers comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

• Retirement benefits

• Company paid life insurance

• Paid vacation and sick days

• Paid parental leave for any new parent

• Mental well-being resources

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a veteran, or other characteristic protected by law.