Art Director, Men's Health

Job Description
Art Director, Men's Health

Overview (Why This Role?)
Men's Health is seeking a talented, motivated, and detail-oriented Art Director to lead innovative, visually compelling design across print, digital, and social platforms. This is a rare opportunity to shape the creative vision of one of the most influential men's lifestyle brands, reaching a passionate and engaged audience across all channels.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)
Hearst Magazines' portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.—including
Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper's BAZAAR,
and
Popular Mechanics
— inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what's next.

Key Responsibilities (What You're Doing)

• Conceptualize, design, and produce content for print, digital, newsletters, and social media platforms.
• Collaborate with editors, designers, photographers, and illustrators to craft cohesive visual storytelling.
• Lead design for both Men's Health and support select initiatives on Women's Health, maintaining brand consistency.
• Work closely with the Creative Director to evolve and uphold the brand's visual identity.
• Art direct photo shoots and create detailed briefs for photographers, illustrators, and stylists.
• Design special sections, branded content, and editorial extensions.
• Lead vertical meetings, project manage timelines, and present creative direction to internal teams.
• Review and markup color corrections and prepare files for prepress and production.

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)

• 5+ years of experience in art direction or graphic design, ideally within lifestyle, fitness, or health media.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects).
• Experience with web and workflow tools like Figma, Airtable, Miro, and CMS platforms.
• Excellent typography, layout, and visual storytelling skills.
• Strong production knowledge, including prepress and color correction.
• Effective communicator and collaborator with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Photo shoot experience and a comfort level directing stylists and creative teams.

Hybrid schedule: In-office 4 days a week in New York City.
Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary for this role is between
$83,000 - $96,000
. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.