Custom Publishing Project Designer — Hybrid, Premium Book Design

Creative Boom Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Volunteering policy & charity matching

Employee assistance programme

70% book discount

Cycle to work scheme

Shopping discounts

Flex Fridays (1pm finish)

Job summary

DK Living is seeking an agile Project Designer to join the Custom Publishing team. Lead design for bespoke editions, focusing on high-end finishes and premium packaging, while collaborating with global teams to deliver under tight timelines.

Role requires strong InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator skills, plus a practical, proactive approach to challenges. Hybrid work model with a Pimlico office and remote days.

Qualifications

• Sound design experience and strong creative flair.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Able to monitor budgets and schedules and deliver on deadlines.
• Comfortable switching between multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Generate and pitch ideas for new custom projects for UK, US and global markets, focusing on book cover design and deluxe packages.
• Manage projects from concept sketches to final printed product, ensuring on-time delivery within budget.
• Collaborate with sales, production, editorial, design and external partners to deliver bespoke products.
• Explore new print techniques and premium packaging to bring fresh ideas to client briefs.

Skills

Sound design

Project management

Creative thinking

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

DK Living is seeking an agile Project Designer to join the Custom Publishing team. Lead design for bespoke editions, focusing on high-end finishes and premium packaging, while collaborating with global teams to deliver under tight timelines.

Role requires strong InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator skills, plus a practical, proactive approach to challenges. Hybrid work model with a Pimlico office and remote days.