HarperCollins Publishers
HarperCollins Publishers
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
B2CeCommerceMedia

HarperCollins Publishers is a global media and publishing company that develops and distributes books across genres including fiction, children’s literature, biographies, and cookbooks. Its work connects authors with readers through a broad consumer publishing catalogue and digital commerce channels.

Founded in 1817, the company brings together editorial, creative, production, technology, and commercial teams involved in shaping books and bringing them to market. HarperCollins Publishers may appeal to professionals interested in careers across modern publishing, media, and eCommerce.

Book Interior Designer

Design book interiors for fiction and nonfiction titles at HarperCollins Publishers, preparing layouts for print production. Create print-ready interiors, photo inserts, and templates for assigned books.

Description

  • Design primarily one-color book interiors, with opportunities to create two-color and four-color layouts.
  • Prepare design samples and submit them for approval.
  • Build InDesign templates for downstream book composition.
  • Review page proofs and enter text corrections in InDesign.
  • Create photo inserts, binding die mechanicals, and specifications for cases and endpapers.
  • Oversee art programs for assigned titles under supervision.
  • Assess digital images and check art proofs for print quality.
  • Develop design concepts with the Design Manager.
  • Coordinate with editors, production editors, production staff, and composition teams.
  • Hire independent contractors, including mapmakers and illustrators; negotiate fees, prepare contracts, and process invoices as needed.
  • Meet deadlines, monitor project components, maintain status reports, and track budgets.
  • Handle offsets from outside publishers and paperback conversions.
  • Route files through RSuite and other file transfer systems.
  • Access, download, and archive files in the Digital Access Management System.
  • Support Senior Designers, the Design Manager, and other department groups with overflow work.

Requirements

  • At least two years of book interior design experience preferred; related graphic design experience may also qualify.
  • Collaborative approach and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in Adobe InDesign on Mac.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator is a plus.
  • Project management skills with strong attention to detail and organization.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at different stages simultaneously.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Cover letter strongly preferred.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package.
  • Physical health benefits.
  • Retirement and savings benefits.
  • Caregiving benefits.
  • Emotional wellbeing benefits.
  • Transportation benefits.
  • Optional benefits tailored to employees’ needs and personal circumstances.

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