Department or Unit Name Panther Newspaper Position Headcount 1 Position Title Panther Newspaper Creative Director Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027 Term or Semester All Academic Year Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad Anticipated Pay Range $16.90 - $16.90 Pay Range Information
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On which Campus will this work be done? Orange Approved Supervisor David Bryant Supervisor Email davbryant@chapman.edu
Desired Start Date 08/03/2026 Projected End Date 05/21/2027 Average number of hours per week Up to 19 Hrs
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Creative Director will be responsible for overseeing the visual presentation and editorial quality of all published content and multimedia aspects, and they will be responsible for coordinating print edition layouts. This includes ensuring consistent and compelling design across all platforms, making edits to multimedia content before print, and guiding the creative direction of the newspaper.
Responsibilities
Design and Layout:
Lead the design and layout process for print and digital editions of the newspaper, ensuring visual consistency and alignment with brand guidelines.
Work with Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor to produce print editions.
Oversee the production of graphics, infographics, and other visual elements to accompany articles and enhance storytelling.
Multimedia Content Management:
Collaborate with writers, photographers, and videographers to integrate multimedia elements seamlessly into stories.
Team Leadership & Development:
Attend weekly staff and editorial board meetings.
Creative Direction:
Develop and implement a creative vision for the newspaper, including the look and feel of the publication across all media and print.
Stay informed on current design trends and multimedia storytelling techniques.
Required Qualifications
Background in journalism.
Ability to maintain professionalism and uphold ethical reporting standards.
Desired Qualifications
Prior experience with The Panther or a comparable publication.
Familiarity with AP Style.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Required work samples can be relevant writing, reporting, editing, and/or visual presentation.
Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS
