What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Director (NYC Hybrid) Job at HarperCollins Publishers in New York position at HarperCollins Publishers?
Overview
HarperCollins seeks an Art Director with a passion for sequential storytelling to join its graphic novel imprint, HarperAlley. Established in 2020, HarperAlley is a collaborative, creator-focused publisher of graphic novels across all age categories and genres. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of experience art directing and designing graphic novels and possess strong written and oral communication skills. The highly motivated candidate will have a collaborative spirit and work across the division with a creative and dynamic group to publish groundbreaking books that will resonate with readers all around the world.
Responsibilities
- Lead and refine process for cover and interior graphic novel development while designing and art directing a full list of books across all age categories and formats.
- Exhibit a passion for graphic novels with strong typographic vision on cover and interior design.
- Collaborate with and manage cartoonists, illustrators, letterers, colorists, flatters, and freelance designers to keep them on top of schedules to meet print dates.
- Work independently and as part of the team while contributing to department goals.
- Be a team player with excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, manage resources across multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- Manage budgets for assigned titles.
- Regularly check in with the Publisher and Creative Director.
- Occasional travel.
Qualifications
HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.
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