The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. About the Role: The New York Times Opinion design department is seeking a Design Director to partner with editors and visual teams to elevate and distinguish our Opinion coverage across all platforms. In this role, you will convey how Times Opinion stands apart from newsroom coverage through bold, thoughtful visual storytelling. We are looking for an idea generator and passionate storyteller who approaches visual solutions in unexpected ways, translating complex ideas into accessible narrative experiences. You will collaborate closely with senior visual leaders across graphics, photography, video, and audio, as well as Opinion editors, to reach new audiences with formats that spark debate and intelligent conversation. As a lead design role, this position balances strategic vision with hands-on execution. You will guide and mentor the design team, art direct creative solutions through wide-ranging commissions, and step directly into digital projects as a visual editor—shaping story flow, defining lead visuals, and setting the overarching design direction. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance. Responsibilities : Shape, protect and maintain the visual approach for the Sunday Opinion section and covers, digital interactive packages, daily report, newsletters, title graphics and pr
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Shape the visual and motion design direction across Reverb projects, creating distinctive work that brings Spotify's brand and stories to life.
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Partner with teams across brand, communications, marketing, and production to turn creative briefs into engaging visual experiences across channels and formats.
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Guide creative development from concept through delivery, providing clear direction, constructive feedback, and thoughtful design decisions.
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Manage project intake, priorities, budgets, timelines, and resources to help the team deliver meaningful work across multiple projects.
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Collaborate with Reverb's creative and production leads to build a connected, effective studio and a consistent creative experience.
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Present creative concepts and recommendations to senior stakeholders, explaining the thinking behind decisions and building alignment.
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Work with internal teams and external creative partners to maintain design quality, manage production needs, and navigate relevant legal and licensing requirements.
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You bring 8+ years of experience in graphic design, visual design, or a related creative discipline, with a portfolio demonstrating strong visual storytelling, brand identity, and motion design.
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You have 4+ years of experience leading creative teams, with a thoughtful approach to coaching, feedback, and helping others develop their craft.
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You're comfortable shaping creative direction across digital, social, advertising, editorial, and long-form brand content, adapting your approach to different audiences and formats.
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You have experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and relevant visual or motion design tools, and you're curious about how emerging technologies can support the creative process.
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You know how to balance creative ambition with practical delivery, making thoughtful decisions around timelines, budgets, and resources.
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You communicate creative ideas clearly and enjoy collaborating with designers, producers, and partners across different disciplines and regions.
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You have experience working with external creative studios, production companies, and partners, including managing budgets, contracts, and production workflows.
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You care about creating an inclusive, supportive team environment where different perspectives are valued, feedback is welcomed, and people can do their best work.
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This role is based in New York City.
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We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! We ask that you come into the office 1-2x per week.
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Who You Are You bring 8+ years of experience in graphic design, visual design, or a related creative discipline, with a portfolio demonstrating strong visual storytelling, brand identity, and motion design; You have 4+ years of experience leading creative teams, with a thoughtful approach to coaching, feedback, and helping others develop their craft
Department · Marketing
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Spotify
Spotify is a digital music service that gives you access to millions of songs, podcasts, and audiobooks. Listen to your favorites online now.
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