Junior Manager Design & Illustration

Oxford University Press; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Press is seeking a creative design professional to shape editorial materials across print and digital platforms. You will work cross-functionally with Project Managers and designers to interpret briefs, design book covers and layouts, and develop branding solutions that ensure quality print and digital products.

You will develop concepts, graphics, and layouts for product illustration, perform pre-press operations, stay current with market trends, and ensure proofs align with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Communication Design or related field.
• 3–4 years of design experience, preferably in book publishing or EdTech/advertising.
• Strong portfolio showcasing editorial design and branding.
• Proficiency in Adobe for print: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Interpret art briefs and design editorial materials, including book covers and layouts.
• Develop branding solutions and ensure quality print and digital products.
• Create concepts, graphics, and layouts for product illustration and pre-press tasks.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers and designers.

Skills

Creative design

Cross-functional collaboration

Portfolio development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design or Communication Design

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

MS Office

Job description

This role requires working cross-functionally with Project Managers and designers to interpret art briefs, design Editorial materials, including book covers, book layouts, supporting illustrations, and develop Digital UI designs for Digital platforms. The incumbent will provide creative design concepts and branding solutions for allocated projects, ensuring the appropriate quality of print and digital products. Developing concepts, graphics, and layouts for product illustration and performing pre-press operations for all print and promotional materials for valued clients. Keeping abreast of market trends and developments in design, illustration, typography, etc., and publishing technologies (including e-book technology and the delivery of online content). Ensuring all design proofs are in accordance with the brand guidelines.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Communication Design, Fine Arts, etc.
• A minimum of 3-4 years of prior design experience, preferably in book publishing or EdTech industry, Advertising (with commercial work showcase).
• Passionate about children’s books and have a design portfolio showcasing exceptional design sense and work that is relevant to the position.
• Strong aesthetic sense (illustration and design) with ability to listen, interpret, and visualize design concepts and elements to all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in all Adobe for print software: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, including knowledge of MS office applications.