Senior Graphic Novel Designer — NYC (SoHo Hybrid)

SI Scholastic Inc.; Broadway (VA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition-free programs

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Scholastic is seeking a Senior Designer in New York City to produce high-quality graphic novel designs for the Pilkey Publishing Program and Graphix. The role partners with the Creative Director and colleagues across Editorial, Production, and Manufacturing to deliver cover and interior designs for middle grade and YA titles.

The ideal candidate has 4–6 years in publishing, strong print design experience, and a keen eye for detail. This is a hybrid role with in-office expectations in SoHo, NYC.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in the publishing industry, ideally with graphic novels.
• Highly creative.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Highly motivated and organized.
• Excellent computer skills in relevant art/design software.
• Experience designing for print and building files for print production.
• Ability to work within established budgets.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and production of graphic novel covers and interiors, leading ideas and ensuring technical standards.
• Collaborates with Publisher, Creative Director, Editorial, Production and Manufacturing to ensure clear communication throughout the book-making process.
• Manages timelines, schedules, and deadlines for multiple titles per season.
• Identifies and solves project complications; streamlines processes where possible.
• Oversees project budget and keeps manager informed.

Skills

Graphic novels experience

Creative

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Work under pressure

Organized

Print design

Budgets and cost awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design

Job description

Scholastic is seeking a Senior Designer in New York City to produce high-quality graphic novel designs for the Pilkey Publishing Program and Graphix. The role partners with the Creative Director and colleagues across Editorial, Production, and Manufacturing to deliver cover and interior designs for middle grade and YA titles.

The ideal candidate has 4–6 years in publishing, strong print design experience, and a keen eye for detail. This is a hybrid role with in-office expectations in SoHo, NYC.