Copy Editor/Page Designer

The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, a member of a family-owned media company, offers a unique opportunity for passionate individuals to join our night news copy desk in the vibrant city of Little Rock. As pioneers in journalism, we embrace cutting-edge approaches to deliver balanced and objective coverage of the day's news to our readers. Our commitment to traditional journalism in a nontraditional way sets us apart. Readers enjoy our daily editions on iPads and various devices, with the Sunday paper printed and delivered to all subscribers. Additionally, our website serves as a digital hub for our compelling stories.

We're looking for a skilled copy editor/page designer with a college degree in journalism or relevant experience and a keen understanding of grammar and AP style. The ideal candidate will be responsible for crafting accurate, attention-grabbing headlines that adhere to our style guide, editing and proofreading news articles for clarity and accuracy, and contributing to the design of new pages that enhance the visual appeal and readability of our content. Proficiency in using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop is a must. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the design of new pages either immediately or shortly after joining our team.

At the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, we value your well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, personal days, and parental leave. Take advantage of extensive health, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage, as well as long-term disability and retirement plans for your future well-being. Our commitment to your holistic well-being extends to the Employee Assistance Program, providing additional support when needed.

The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected class or status.

This is a safety-sensitive position; candidates must undergo a mandatory drug test and background check. Expect a copy-editing test during the interview process, which will assess your ability to edit and proofread news articles according to our style guide. You will also have the opportunity to showcase your design skills by presenting a portfolio of your previous work or completing a design task.