Graphic Designer, Workman Kids/Algonquin Kids
Summary:
The designer will develop, concept, and create designs for a variety of illustrated book formats for kids, including board books, picture books, chapter books, novels, graphic novels, and activity books. Our dream candidate is an out-of-the-box thinker who would enjoy spending time thinking up brand new formats.
Qualifications
- A strong portfolio of book and/or print work design
- 4-7 years of relevant design and/or publishing experience
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects on deadline
- Strong project management, multitasking, and organized workflow skills, attention to detail, quality, and process
- Ability to work calmly and maintain high standards under pressure and in the face of time constraints
- Ability to approach projects with flexibility and resourcefulness
- Ability to work collaboratively with people at all levels
- Knowledge of typography, illustration, and photography
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
- Knowledge of Dropbox workflow a plus
Responsibilities
- Deliver excellent design, on budget, and on time while maintaining a spirit of cooperation with all departments and contractors (designers and artists)
- Hire, art direct and manage outside contract designers to create exceptional cover and interior book design
- Collaborate with in-house designers to manage workloads, mentor young designers and work with the design team
- Managing, coordinating, and communicating schedules to ensure that our deadlines are met
- Design covers and interiors from start to finish – can include: title treatments, series logos, developing cover ideas, etc.
- Hire and manage illustrators, colorist, letterers, and photographers, as needed
As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The compensation range for this position is $60,000-$65,000. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location – talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.
The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.