Junior Book Designer

Onward Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

Commuter Benefit

eLearning and Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Unknown Publishing Co. is seeking a Junior Book Designer to support the creative team on a variety of children’s and young adult book projects. The role involves working in-office with a deadline-driven environment and a passion for children’s literature.

The position requires proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite and a solid understanding of print design concepts, with 1–3 years of design experience preferred. Eligibility depends on working 30+ hours weekly for at least 10 weeks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Fine Arts degree or comparable experience.
• 1–3 years of graphic design experience preferred.
• Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite and print design concepts.
• Excellent organizational abilities and multitasking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with editors and creative staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the creative team to develop original book layouts and cover designs.
• Prepare interior pages and cover mechanics using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Design typography and visual elements to create engaging jackets and interior pages.
• Coordinate with illustrators, photographers, and letterers, providing creative direction.
• Review color proofs and attend meetings to ensure project quality and deadlines are met.

Skills

Graphic design

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

A leading publishing company is hiring a Junior Book Designer to support their creative team. Located in our client's office, this temp role involves working on a variety of children's and young adult book projects. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a passion for children's literature, strong design skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

The application deadline for this role is 10/16/2026.

Junior Book Designer Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the creative team to develop original book layouts and cover designs.
• Prepare interior pages and cover mechanics using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Design typography and visual elements to create engaging jackets and interior pages.
• Coordinate with illustrators, photographers, and letterers, providing creative direction.
• Review color proofs and attend meetings to ensure project quality and deadlines are met.

Junior Book Designer Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts degree or comparable experience.
• 1-3 years of graphic design experience preferred.
• Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite and print design concepts.
• Excellent organizational abilities and multitasking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with editors and creative staff.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.