Macmillan · 2 months ago
Associate Designer, MCPG
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$52K/yr - $55K/yr
2+ years expMacmillan Children’s Publishing Group is seeking an Associate Designer to join their picture book team. This role will assist in designing covers and interiors for children's books and provide administrative support as needed.
BooksEducationInternetMedia and EntertainmentPublishing
Responsibilities
Working closely with the art director, conceptualize and design clever and fun picture book designs, from initial concept to the completion of the final bound book
Design and set up mechanicals and effects plates for jackets, covers, and interiors, ensuring print-ready accuracy
Route materials following department procedures and guidelines and typeset corrections to the jackets and interiors throughout the routing process
Articulate concepts with polished and convincing sketch comps and present thoughtful and intentional font choices for covers and interior designs
Collaborate directly with editorial team and other internal departments
Deliver notes to and handle correspondence with illustrators
Manage schedules and meet deadlines for multiple assigned projects
Research and suggest illustrators and stay current on illustration, design, and publishing trends
Qualification
Required
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite—with an emphasis on InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator; Google Suite, and Mac Platform
Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain schedules in a deadline driven environment
Working knowledge in color theory, design fundamentals, and print production
Exceptional portfolio displaying strong typographic skills
Knowledge of and an interest in the book publishing industry
Strong written and verbal communication skills
An ability to collaborate and compromise with colleagues
Goal orientated team player who is motivated to learn from colleagues
A passion for children's books
2+ years of related bookmaking and/or design experience with an interest in children's books and illustration
Applicants must submit Design Portfolio or Design Website to be considered
Bachelor's degree in graphic design or another related field, or equivalent work experience
Preferred
Experience with novelty format books and familiarity with licensing and branding a plus
Company
Macmillan
Macmillan Publishers is a book publishing company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
William Schwalbe
Publisher at Large
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