Opportunities @ Hot Press: We’re looking for a brilliant early career designer

This is a really exciting opportunity for someone with exceptional ability – and the ambition to make their mark in the design, media and entertainment industries in Ireland.

For almost 50 years, Hot Press has been at the cutting edge of Irish media development, establishing a reputation as one of the leading entertainment and music publications in the world.

Hot Press built its position as one of Ireland’s most important and influential media brands, helping to change and modernise Ireland. And we’re still at it!

The business has expanded and grown in recent times to encompass all things digital; social media platforms; events, sponsorships, TV and video productions; Podcasts, additional magazine titles, books, education – and lots more besides.

As we begin activities celebrating Hot Press' 50th Anniversary we have some extremely exciting plans and developments.
As part of this we are looking for a talented Early-Career Graphic Designer to join our team. Whether you have recently graduated or have a few years of industry experience, this position offers a brilliant platform to refine your skills within one of Ireland's most celebrated media organisations.
The design role will involve:

- Creating visual layouts, and design for the magazine’s print issues, special editions, books and events, along with other senior designers.
- Helping to develop the magazine’s visual brand identity across print, digital, social media, and promotional campaigns
- Collaborating with editorial, photography, and marketing teams to create cohesive, high-impact sponsored content designs
- Keeping up with design and social media trends to keep Hot Press readers and followers engaged and interested on all of our platforms
- Developing design concepts for advertising campaigns, branded content, Hot Press events, and commercial partnerships.

Candidates for this role should ideally have:

– Degree in Graphic Design/ Visual Communications or similar
– Experience in working on print publications, digital and social media
– Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) - InDesign is particularly important
– Experience in video editing, animation/ motion graphics/ canva is advantageous
– The ability to work quickly and pivot well in a fast-moving working environment

If you believe that you have the creative engine and the genuine ability required for this exciting role, apply now to [email protected] – include your cv and a link to your portfolio/showreel and tell us what you can bring to the role...