• Collaborate with senior designers and editors to create several concepts for a new book's cover and interior
• Research, hire, and communicate with illustrators and photographers
• Resolve the design of a book that's hit an unexpected snag—and keep it on schedule
• Design mechanicals, make reprint corrections, and prepare titles for production
• Review and correct proofs with assistance of senior staff
• Attend weekly production meeting and art meeting with the publisher

• BFA preferred
• Approximately one to three years of experience in illustrated book design
• Strong knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator is required
• Previous design experience required, typesetting experience a plus
• Knowledgeable of book traditions and typographic conventions
• Strong time management, follow-up, and follow-through skills
• Great attitude/team player
• A portfolio that shows great ideation, design, and type skills

You're an idea person who can imagine a number of visual possibilities for a book. You love to collaborate with editors, illustrators, and other designers to develop new ideas. You thrive working on a project with a lot of elements—and using design to make the project feel lively and engaging. You're a great listener who responds thoughtfully to feedback. You're a detail-oriented perfectionist who sees revision as an opportunity to grow. You're gratified by a project that is running smoothly and adept at problem-solving when a book needs some extra TLC. You can manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate with freelancers and in-house staff. You have a keen sense of layout, and the proven ability to select and sequence images for publication.

• New York City (Hybrid – three days per week in the office)

• Please provide your resume and cover letter to be considered.

• The compensation for this position is $55,500
• 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
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Critical illness, hospital indemnity, and long-term care insurance
• Health and dependent care FSA
• Commuter benefit plan
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Travel assistance
• 401(k)
• Discretionary bonus program
• PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave)
• 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