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$75k–$85k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic and supplemental life insurance, Short-term and long-term disability, Accidental death and dismemberment
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Associate Art Director will conceptualize and execute innovative cover designs for the adult and gift lists while managing a team of designers. They will oversee the entire production process, including prepress, color correction, and collaboration with editorial and production departments.
Requirements
Candidates must have 5-7 years of experience in book publishing with a strong portfolio in cover design and pre-press knowledge. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and experience managing designers and freelancers are required.
Full job description
Union Square & Co. is looking for a talented, creative, and driven Associate Art Director to help shape the visual identity of our distinctive publishing program.
In this highly visible role, you'll bring books to life from concept to completion, leading the creative development of compelling cover designs that capture readers' attention and elevate our authors' voices. Working across a diverse range of genres, you'll oversee projects through every stage of the design process, from initial creative vision and execution to approvals and final production files.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced book designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about creating beautiful, market-driven designs. You'll have the chance to work on the books and products that have made Union Square & Co. a standout in publishing, including our beloved gilded classics, bestselling tarot decks, and an eclectic mix of nonfiction and fiction titles.
As a key member of the creative team, you'll also mentor and manage three talented designers, helping to cultivate exceptional work while fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and collaboration. The Associate Art Director reports directly to the Art Director, Adult Books, and plays an integral role in shaping the creative direction of the list.
If you're a creative leader with a strong portfolio of book cover design, a keen eye for emerging trends, and a passion for crafting books readers can't resist picking up, we'd love to hear from you.
Mission Statement
Union Square & Co. publishes books and gift products with a point of view. What distinguishes us is our independent, entrepreneurial spirit. We collaborate with bestselling, award-winning, and debut authors and creatives to publish at the highest quality across categories. We strive to bring you entertainment, discovery, and fun through objects you can cherish. To learn more about our mission, check out our website.
Duties include:
Conceptualizes and generates creative and innovative cover designs for UNSQ’s Adult list, including Classics, and select Gift titles
Works closely with the Art Director to maintain the highest quality of design and production standards while keeping on track with deadlines
Manages and advises small group of Senior and Junior level designers
Collaborates closely with editorial team to develop thoughtful, market-appropriate designs
Oversees all stages of preparation including prepress, color correction, setting print-ready files up for special effects, and proof review.
Maintains ongoing communications and schedules with the Editorial and Production departments to ensure timely execution and follow through from manuscript to bound book for all projects
Researches and oversees freelance illustrators and designers when required
Ensures that designs fulfill UNSQ’s high standards, represent the brand in the market, and push the envelope in both concept and execution
Attends weekly status and design meetings
Stays abreast of changes in publishing industry, design trends, and new techniques that will improve the efficiency and creativity
Minimum requirements:
Minimum 5-7 years design experience in book publishing
Extensive experience designing book covers specifically, nonfiction, fiction, and other gift related products such as tarot cards or stationary
Detailed knowledge of pre-press requirements for print: manufacturing process, proofing, and color correction
Experience hiring and overseeing illustrators, negotiating rates, and rights usage
Experience managing designers and senior designers
Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat
4-year college degree preferably in Graphic Design, or equivalent work experience
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
Strong time management skills to manage deadlines and delegate work
Experience working with freelancers
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio to be considered for this position.
This role is based in our New York office. Employees are expected to work on-site three days per week in accordance with our hybrid work model. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the office.
The compensation for this position is $75,000-$85,000. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location — talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.
As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
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Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading U.S. trade publisher and a dynamic place to work!
Industry
Book and Periodical Publishing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
LinkedIn followers
162,783
Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading U.S. trade publisher dedicated to making it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment, and opportunity. As part of Hachette Livre, the world’s third-largest trade and educational publisher, HBG is home to dozens of esteemed imprints including Little, Brown and Company, Little, Brown and Company for Young Readers, Grand Central Publishing, Orbit, Basic Books Group, and Workman Publishing. We publish across all formats and genres including fiction, nonfiction, cookbooks and books for young readers—as well as audiobooks, puzzles, games, stationary, calendars, and other book-related products that inspire and engage readers of all ages.
We provide custom distribution, fulfillment, and sales services to other publishers. HBG is headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Boston, MA; Lebanon, IN; Nashville, TN; Boulder, CO; North Adams, MA; Berkeley, CA; Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; and Chapel Hill NC. Hachette Book Group Canada, our marketing and publicity company, is based in Toronto.
HBG’s mission is guided by four strategic pillars: Understanding Consumers, Changing the Story, Owner Mentality, and Growth Mindset. These values shape how we publish, how we operate, and how we support our authors, employees, and readers. We’re committed to publishing content that resonates and fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging; for our staff, authors, and partners alike. Our DEI efforts include employee resource groups, inclusive hiring practices, and publishing programs that amplify historically underrepresented voices.
We’re proud to offer a dynamic and collaborative workplace where creativity is values, innovation is encouraged, and every team member plays a role in shaping the future of publishing.
Visit hachettebookgroup.com to learn more and follow HBG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, TikTok, X.com, Pinterest, and YouTube.
Offices: 1290 Sixth Avenue, New York, NY 10104, US · 53 State Street, Boston, MA 02109, US · One Franklin Park, 6100 Tower Circle, Suite 210, Franklin, TN 37067, US · 121 N. Enterprise Blvd, Lebanon, IN 46052, US · 1700 4th St, Berkeley, California 94710, US
Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading U.S. trade publisher and a dynamic place to work!
Industry
Book and Periodical Publishing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
LinkedIn followers
162,783
Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading U.S. trade publisher dedicated to making it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment, and opportunity. As part of Hachette Livre, the world’s third-largest trade and educational publisher, HBG is home to dozens of esteemed imprints including Little, Brown and Company, Little, Brown and Company for Young Readers, Grand Central Publishing, Orbit, Basic Books Group, and Workman Publishing. We publish across all formats and genres including fiction, nonfiction, cookbooks and books for young readers—as well as audiobooks, puzzles, games, stationary, calendars, and other book-related products that inspire and engage readers of all ages.
We provide custom distribution, fulfillment, and sales services to other publishers. HBG is headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Boston, MA; Lebanon, IN; Nashville, TN; Boulder, CO; North Adams, MA; Berkeley, CA; Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; and Chapel Hill NC. Hachette Book Group Canada, our marketing and publicity company, is based in Toronto.
HBG’s mission is guided by four strategic pillars: Understanding Consumers, Changing the Story, Owner Mentality, and Growth Mindset. These values shape how we publish, how we operate, and how we support our authors, employees, and readers. We’re committed to publishing content that resonates and fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging; for our staff, authors, and partners alike. Our DEI efforts include employee resource groups, inclusive hiring practices, and publishing programs that amplify historically underrepresented voices.
We’re proud to offer a dynamic and collaborative workplace where creativity is values, innovation is encouraged, and every team member plays a role in shaping the future of publishing.
Visit hachettebookgroup.com to learn more and follow HBG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, TikTok, X.com, Pinterest, and YouTube.
Offices: 1290 Sixth Avenue, New York, NY 10104, US · 53 State Street, Boston, MA 02109, US · One Franklin Park, 6100 Tower Circle, Suite 210, Franklin, TN 37067, US · 121 N. Enterprise Blvd, Lebanon, IN 46052, US · 1700 4th St, Berkeley, California 94710, US