Most Loved Workplace® Certified JobSenior Production Designer
Most Loved Workplace® Certified JobAbout the Role
At Sourcebooks, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Media/Publishing space, Publishing books that change lives through innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Designer to join our Adult & YA cover design team. This is a hands-on senior individual contributor role. You will turn approved front cover designs into accurate, high-quality full-cover layouts and prepare final files for print and digital release. This role requires advanced production expertise and demands a high level of attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative, growth mindset-focused attitude. You will lead complex, high-volume production projects, partner closely with creative, editorial, marketing, and manufacturing teams, and help ensure consistency across authors, series, imprints, and formats. You will also serve as a senior technical resource for the team by mentoring other production designers and helping improve how we work. You would be a strong fit for this role if you enjoy solving production problems, care about craft and accuracy, and bring sound design judgement to collaborative work! Applications must include a portfolio demonstrating relevant book cover production, print production, or comparable technical design experience. The location for this position can be hybrid or remote in New York or Naperville, Illinois or remote based in any of the following states: Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. This is an exempt salary position with a salary range of $58,000 - $68,000. We determine starting pay based on a thorough evaluation of job-related factors, including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education. This process ensures a fair and competitive salary that aligns with both Sourcebooks and the candidate’s qualifications.
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Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in book production design, print production, prepress, or a comparable production-focused design role. Book cover production experience is strongly preferred.
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat.
- Advanced knowledge of print production and prepress. This includes color management, resolution standards, PDF workflows, mechanicals, printer specifications, and specialty print production.
- A portfolio demonstrating relevant book cover production, print production, or comparable technical design work.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and quality control.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience mentoring or training other production professionals.
- Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and process-improvement skills.
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription drug insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Care
- Dependent Care
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k)
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Generous paid time off
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