What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designer/Senior Designer position at Harry N. Abrams?
Job Title :
Designer / Sr Designer : Adult Division, Abrams Books
About us
Founded in 1949, ABRAMS was the first company in the United States to specialize in publishing art and illustrated books. The company continues to publish critically acclaimed and bestselling works in the areas of art, photography, cooking, craft, comics, interior and garden design, entertainment, fashion, and popular culture as well as narrative non-fiction and new works of fiction for adults; children's books ranging from middle grade to young adult fiction to picture books to board books. ABRAMS creates and distributes brilliantly designed books with the highest production values under the following imprints : Abrams; Abrams ComicArts; Megascope; Surely Books; Abrams Image; Abrams Press; The Overlook Press; Cernunnos; Cameron Company; Abrams Books for Young Readers; Amulet Books; Abrams Appleseed; and Magic Cat. ABRAMS also distributes books for Booth-Clibborn Editions, Bungie, Alain Ducasse Édition, Èditions de La Martiniére, Editions BPI, Global Golf Group, Lucky Spool, Milky Way Picture Books, The Museum of Modern Art, SelfMadeHero, Tate Publishing, V&A Publishing, and The Vendome Press.
Position Overview :
We are seeking a talented and versatile graphic designer to join our publishing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in print design, with a passion for books and a keen eye for typography. You will collaborate closely with editors, freelancers, art directors, and other team members to create beautiful, impactful designs that align with each book's unique vision and target audience.
Key Responsibilities : Design visually appealing book covers and interior layouts for a variety of genres, formats, and subject matters.Collaborate with editors, authors, and art directors to develop design concepts that align with the book's themes, audience, and marketplace positioningWork collaboratively with illustrators and photographers to create strong and effective solutionsPrepare files for print production, ensuring all technical specifications are met and files are print-ready.Coordinate with editorial and production teams to ensure projects maintain their schedules and meet high-quality standards throughout the process.Provide design support to art directors and fellow designers when neededStay current with trends and publishing innovations in books and graphic design.Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining design excellence.Qualifications :
2-5 years of work experience in graphic designa print portfolio that includes editorial design and accomplished typography skillsProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).Experience with print production processes, including preparation of print-ready files and working with printers.Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design principles.Excellent attention to detail and a passion for storytelling through design.Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects at once.Preferred BFA in Graphic DesignHandlettering / illustration skills a plus
This position is based in our New York City office with a hybrid work schedule (in-office 3 days per week).
Application Instructions :
Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Salary range : 53-63k
