Union Square & Co Art Temp

Hachette Book Group • New York, NY

5d • $40 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Union Square & Co. is looking for a talented Temporary Art/Design Professional to support the Union Square Art and Design initiatives and projects. This is a temporary position with the expected duration of 3 months. This position is based out of our NYC office. Duration: 28 hours per week for a 3-6 month period. Pay rate: $40-60/hour depending on skills, experience, and location.

Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple titles at a time while adhering to creative vision and production schedule deadlines
• Expertise in Adobe Design Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat), and other related technologies.
• Detailed knowledge of pre-press requirements for print, manufacturing processes and proofing
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external partners, key collaborators, and outside talent
• Ability to manage project-specific freelance artists and designers, including identifying talent and negotiating project fees, deliverables, and schedules
• 5-7 years of experience in trade publishing design

Responsibilities

• Development of creative and innovative cover and interior design from concept through final file deliver
• Works closely with Art Director and Creative Director to maintain highest quality of design and production standards while keeping on track of deadlines
• Timely routing of cover and interior passes to hit seasonal deadlines as well as project tracking and weekly written project updates for internal team review
• Collaborates closely with editorial team to develop thoughtful, market-appropriate designs
• Oversees all stages of preparation including prepress, color correction, setting print-ready files up for special effects, and proof review.
• Ensures that designs fulfill UNSQ’s high standards, represent the brand in the market, and push the envelope in both concept and execution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed