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.
Senior Director of Art, Romance and Women’s Fiction — HarperCollins (Hybrid, New York)
Lead cover design and art direction for HarperCollins’ Avon Group romance and women’s fiction titles. Manage creative teams, schedules, budgets, and print production.
Description
- Lead and improve the cover development process
- Design and art direct romance and women’s fiction titles
- Collaborate with and oversee illustrators, in-house designers, and freelance designers
- Keep creative contributors aligned with printer deadlines
- Support department goals through independent and collaborative work
- Prioritize projects, manage competing tasks, and allocate resources
- Deliver titles on schedule while managing assigned budgets
- Maintain regular communication with Publishers and the Creative Director
Requirements
- At least 10 years of progressive experience art directing and designing adult fiction titles
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent publishing-industry experience
- Experience managing illustrators, letterers, flatters, and freelance designers while tracking schedules
- Expert knowledge of fiction-title development from early concept through printed-book production
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, changing work environment
- Positive, adaptable approach and ability to work effectively with varied personalities
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite within a Mac-based environment
- Advanced knowledge of offset printing and the print industry
- Experience preparing printer files and reviewing proofs and special specifications
Benefits
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
- Physical health benefits
- Retirement and savings benefits
- Caregiving benefits
- Emotional wellbeing benefits
- Transportation benefits
- Optional benefits employees can choose based on their needs and personal circumstances
- Reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process