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| Title: | Graphic Designer, Children's Books |
| Description: | The Graphic Designer will conceive and implement cover and interior page design for Magination Press as well as layout covers and interior pages and serve as print-buyer and printer liaison on new books and reprints. The Graphic Designer will work closely Magination Press editorial team to execute effective book and cover designs.
This position requires someone with professional experience designing children’s and teen books and covers, an excellent understanding of interior design and typography, demonstrated creativity and artistic sensibility, and ability to effectively package and copy fit text and illustrations. Must be able to generate ideas, turn words into visuals, and think editorially and narratively when designing books. Education and Experience: •BA/BS in design, fine arts or similar field required or equivalent combination of experienced and education. Proven graphic design experience with a strong portfolio of professionally prepared and published designs cover and interior designs, editorial illustrations, or other graphics •Thorough knowledge of book print design ideally with 2-3 years of work in a professional setting and with design software (such as Adobe Creative Suite -- InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop) as well as Microsoft Office and Powerpoint •Exceptional typographic and layout skills •Strong eye for aesthetics and details; concern for quality throughout design and production process; ability to create unique aesthetic across a seasonal list •Excellent communication skills and ability to function collaboratively in a team and act quickly and responsively in a fast-paced environment •Ability to work efficiently and to meet deadlines; ability to juggle multiple projects often with overlapping deadlines •Familiarity with effective responsive design strategies for electronic products, social media platforms, and digital environments a plus •Commitment to APA’s mission Computer/Software Skills: •In-depth understanding of Adobe Creative Suite including inDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator •Understanding of Microsoft Office programs and Powerpoint Responsibilities: •The Graphic Designer will conceive and implement cover and interior page designs for Magination Press books. The Graphic Designer will layout covers, dust jackets, and interior pages and handle updates and corrections to pages or covers at reprint as needed. The Graphic Designer will be consulted on illustrators. •The Graphic Designer will serve as the print buyer as well as prepare the final printer files, upload files, and coordinate blueline corrections of new books and reprints. •The Graphic Designer will create all the necessary files for editorial archives and Marketing and Sales team needs (e.g., marketing covers, online catalogs, subrights PDFs). •The Graphic Designer will work closely and collaboratively with Magination Press editorial team •The Graphic Designer will typeset revisions and corrections to text and design as editor proofs interior pages and covers and closely works with the editor to produce error-free books. •Other Duties as Assigned About APA: The American Psychological Association (APA) represents 118,400 psychologists, students, and affiliates, primarily in the U.S. and Canada but also in other countries around the world. APA is a scientific and professional organization categorized as a 501(c)(3) and has an annual operating budget of about $110 million. Along with its 501(c)(6) companion organization, APA Services, Inc., APA has about 600 employees. The American Psychological Association is located at 750 First Street, NE, Washington D.C., near Union Station. It is Metro accessible from the Red Line, VRE (Virginia), and MARC (Maryland/ West Virginia) commuter trains. For more information, please visit www.apa.org/. |
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| Company: | AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION |
| Location: | Washington, DC |
| How To Apply For This Job: | Application Instructions: Qualified candidates must apply online through APA’s applicant system and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us. The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law. |
| Date Posted: | 7/18/2019 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
