Gaming Internship Remote

Jr Designer

Jr Designer at Macmillan Learning

Position Overview

The Junior Designer will support the 1-color team in developing creative and engaging book designs for young adult, middle grade, non-fiction, and graphic novel titles. This role blends strong typographic design, production expertise, and collaborative communication within a fast-paced publishing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design and set up mechanicals and effects plates for jackets, covers, and interiors.
Create engaging cover and interior designs using composition, typography, illustration, and photography.
Typeset corrections throughout the routing process.
Route materials according to department guidelines and procedures.
Research and recommend illustrators, photographers, and stock imagery.
Develop polished sketch comps to articulate design concepts.
Collaborate with editorial and internal departments.
Communicate with illustrators and deliver project notes.
Maintain production schedules and respond to interdepartmental queries.

Required Skills

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, and Mac platform.
Strong understanding of color theory and design fundamentals.
Exceptional typography skills demonstrated in portfolio.
Knowledge of and interest in the book publishing industry.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
A passion for reading and storytelling.

Education & Experience

1–3 years of bookmaking or related design experience.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience.