Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, and they are seeking a Senior Designer for the Who HQ series. The role involves leading the design and production of covers and interiors for a series of non-fiction children's books, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure quality and adherence to brand guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Art directing and designing covers and interiors for approximately 30-40 new titles per year
- Working directly with the Associate Publisher, designers, and editorial staff
- Hiring and art directing illustrators
- Effectively communicating art direction to artists
- Working with off-site freelancers on interior layouts
- Strict adherence to the brand guide and templates
- Creating, maintaining, and strictly adhering to schedules
- Trafficking materials for approval with multiple stakeholders
- Preparing press ready files and approving proofs
- Remaining current on illustration, design, and publishing trends
Skills
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a design capacity in publishing
- A portfolio that highlights an understanding of illustration, book making, and typography skills
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with strict timelines is a must
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to rough sketch complex cover compositions
- Children's publishing strongly preferred
- Knowledge of pre-press, four-color, 2-color, and specialty printing processes a plus
Benefits
- Annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Medical/Prescription drug insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k)
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Educational Assistance
- Generous paid time off
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