Title | Senior Designer |
Employer | Insight Editions |
Location | San Rafael, CA |
Date Posted | 03/05/2012 |
Description | Marin County publisher seeking a motivated and creative individual with book design experience that possesses strong skills in design, layout, typography, time-management for the position of Senior Designer. This position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities designing, conceptualizing, and managing the creation of high-quality picture books, limited edition packaging, and a variety of other book formats and genres.
Responsibilites: · Conceptualize cover and interiors of books by bringing a cutting-edge design sense to every project and keeping up with industry and design trends · Manage all aspects and stages of the books design and production · Collaborate with the Art Director, Editorial staff, and Production department from manuscript to final bound book to realize a collective vision · Act as a mentor to others designers with the Design department
Qualifications: · Expert proficiency in InDesign, PhotoShop, and Illustrator – Mac based. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills · Superior organizational skills and a keen eye for details · Photographic eye and a creative, outside-the-box approach to choosing photos · Ability to provide creative solutions to design challenges · Ability to manage multiple projects, adapting to changing schedules, and working under tight time constraints. · Thorough knowledge of pre-press processes and print production. · Knowledge and experience in digital publishing a plus
Experience needed: · 4-5 years of design experience in book publishing · Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design
Please submit a cover letter and resume along with 2-3 samples or preferably a link to an online portfolio. |

