Simon & Schuster
Jr Designer, Children's Publishing
Simon & Schuster, New York, New York, us, 10261
Jr Designer, Children's Publishing
1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #331
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
The position entails providing assistance to the Executive Art Director and other design staff as the Jr. Designer builds their knowledge and skills. Depending on previous experience, responsibilities also include designing up to 35 unique books per year in multiple formats, including novelty and board books, early readers, chapter books, and picture books. This involves collaboration with editors, licensors, and other designers on projects; conceptualizing cover ideas; commissioning art; and executing their ideas into the final cover and interior of each book, as well as working with our Production team through proofing process and color correction to finished book.
Proficiency in Adobe suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator in particular). Good communication skills, and an eagerness to learn. Entry level or up to 5 years relevant experience.
Work Modality:
Hybrid preferred, but open to remote.
Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
Other details
Job FamilyBook Cover Design
Job FunctionCreative
Pay TypeSalary
Min Hiring Rate$55,000.00
Max Hiring Rate$55,000.00
Apply Now
1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA
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1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #331
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
The position entails providing assistance to the Executive Art Director and other design staff as the Jr. Designer builds their knowledge and skills. Depending on previous experience, responsibilities also include designing up to 35 unique books per year in multiple formats, including novelty and board books, early readers, chapter books, and picture books. This involves collaboration with editors, licensors, and other designers on projects; conceptualizing cover ideas; commissioning art; and executing their ideas into the final cover and interior of each book, as well as working with our Production team through proofing process and color correction to finished book.
Proficiency in Adobe suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator in particular). Good communication skills, and an eagerness to learn. Entry level or up to 5 years relevant experience.
Work Modality:
Hybrid preferred, but open to remote.
Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
Other details
Job FamilyBook Cover Design
Job FunctionCreative
Pay TypeSalary
Min Hiring Rate$55,000.00
Max Hiring Rate$55,000.00
Apply Now
1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA
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