Senior Designer

Scholastic • New York, NY

35d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our design team is currently seeking a Senior Designer to join the Children’s Licensing, Brands & Media Trade Art Department, focusing on graphic novels. In this role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing 10+ titles per season, including book covers and interiors for both original and licensed content, targeting readers from middle grade to young adult. This position requires taking full ownership of each assigned title and becoming well-versed in licensor-provided style guides to ensure brand consistency. The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and extensive print design experience.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in the publishing industry
• Hands-on experience designing graphic novels
• Highly creative
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Highly motivated and organized
• Excellent computer skills in relevant art/design software
• Experience designing for print and building files for print production
• Work within budgets
• Candidates should have worked a minimum of 3 to 4 years in publishing and have experience designing graphic novels.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s degree in design is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all design and production stages of graphic novel covers and interiors, initiating cover/interior ideas, finding talent, and staying current on the latest design trends, tools, and technologies.
• Ensures that design files meet the imprint's technical standards as defined by the Creative Director.
• Trusted to take on both lead and priority titles.
• Collaborates with the Publisher, Creative Director, and colleagues in Editorial, Production, and Manufacturing to ensure clear communication throughout the book-making process, valuing the contributions of every team member, while maintaining a collegial attitude.
• Manages timelines, schedules, and deadlines while efficiently routing materials to colleagues in Editorial, Production, and Manufacturing for 5-8 title assignment per season.
• Ensures projects progress efficiently to completion, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing tasks appropriately.
• Communicates project complications and proactively seeks strategies and solutions for successful project completion, streamlining processes when possible.
• Manages project expenses within established budgets, keeping manager informed.

Benefits

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
• Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Generous Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior