Fellow, Print News Design
About this role
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.
Join the 2027 New York Times Fellowship class as a print news designer in New York.
The Times is a recognized leader in print design and has been named World’s Best Designed Newspaper multiple times by the Society for News Design. You will work with art directors and designers across news and feature sections to creative engaging layouts, reimagining digital-first content for a print audience.
You should have a portfolio that shows a talent in narrative and visual storytelling using typography, photography, illustration and page architecture. You are a problem-solver and quick learner with an interest in journalism across all subject matters. You can communicate and collaborate well with editors, photo editors and fellow designers.
This is an in-office position and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance. You may be required to work some nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
Responsibilities:
• Edit, design and produce impactful, functional newspaper pages that ensure the accuracy and clarity of our journalism in the print newspaper • Create print versions of digitally native multimedia stories, like interactive graphics and video-driven investigations • Use editorial and visual judgment to ensure that impact is commensurate with editorial value • Participate in training and social programs designed for the fellowship • Collaborate with colleagues across the newsroom • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
Basic Qualifications:
• No more than five years of full-time, professional photojournalism experience, excluding internships • Visual judgment and design competency — typography, layout, photo editing, color, and reader behavior • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Figma
Preferred Qualifications: