Designer

SI Scholastic Inc.; Broadway (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full suite of health and wellness benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition-free programs for degrees

Generous parental leave program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

SI Scholastic Inc. is looking for a Designer to join their Children’s Licensing, Brands & Media Trade Art Department in New York City. This role involves managing design projects for school market publishing, where creativity and detail orientation are key requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of experience, strong computer skills, and a BA in Graphic Design. Our company offers a full suite of health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and tuition-free educational programs.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in the publishing industry.
• Hands-on experience designing non-fiction and novelty books.
• Highly creative, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, highly motivated, and organized.
• Excellent computer skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and relevant art/design software.
• Experience designing for print and building files for print production.
• Experience with non-fiction, creating novelties, and working with licensed brands preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of design and production for multiple titles.
• Meet with editors to find and hire illustrators and package designers.
• Keep production staff updated on project complications and solutions.
• Attend meetings and represent projects in a professional manner.
• Collaborate with teams to create products within budget.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

Experience in the publishing industry

Hands-on experience designing non-fiction and novelty books

Creative with strong attention to detail

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong organizational skills

Computer skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator

Experience designing for print production

Experience with licensed brands

Education

BA in Graphic Design or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.

Our design team is currently seeking a creative and ambitious Designer to join the Children’s Licensing, Brands & Media Trade Art Department, focusing on School Market publishing and non-fiction titles.

Responsibilities

• Design/Concept/Presentation: Responsible for all stages of design and production for 20+ titles per year, including cover ideas and artist selections.


• Project Management: Meet with editors, find and hire illustrators/packagers and freelance designers; manage schedules and deadlines, prioritize stages of multiple projects, keep freelancers on track, and respond in a timely manner to requests.


• Problem Solving: Keep editorial and production staff up to date on any projects, including complications, and offer solutions for successful project completion.


• Communication: Attend status and art management meetings, represent projects and the team in a professional and skilled manner during art presentations and status meetings.


• Collaboration: Work compatibly with other teams to create products within budget, and negotiate with licensors and vendors.


• Industry Knowledge: Identify opportunities for business growth and revenue generation through creative services, stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitors’ offerings, and propose innovative strategies to expand the company’s artistic services and portfolio.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in the publishing industry.


• Hands‑on experience designing non‑fiction and novelty books.


• Highly creative, with strong attention to detail.


• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work under pressure, highly motivated, and organized.


• Excellent computer skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and relevant art/design software.


• Experience designing for print and building files for print production.


• Experience with non‑fiction, creating novelties, and working with licensed brands preferred.


• Education: BA in Graphic Design or equivalent.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full‑time, Regular.


• Team: Art & Graphic Design.


• Location: New York, NY.


• Compensation: $56,000 – $65,000 annually.

Benefits

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits, including a $0 deductible medical plan.


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with Roth and Traditional options.


• Tuition‑free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees.


• Generous parental leave program.


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with 15% discount on stock.

EEO Statement

Scholastic is an equal‑opportunity employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. All personnel actions shall be administered without discrimination. EEO is the law.