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Book of the Month

Customer Experience Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$67K - $75K/yr

Book of the Month is seeking a Member Support Team Lead to help manage our team of high performing ... formatting and accuracy. * Curious-minded and passionate about getting to the root of issues.

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How much do book formatting jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for book formatting in the United States is $27.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in book formatting?

A book formatter’s day usually involves laying out manuscripts, formatting text and images, adjusting margins and fonts, and making sure the final file meets the publisher's or distributor’s specifications. They often collaborate closely with authors, editors, and graphic designers to resolve formatting challenges and incorporate feedback. Consistent quality checks, troubleshooting file conversion issues, and preparing files for both print and digital distribution are regular tasks. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple projects, and effective communication to ensure deadlines are consistently met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Book Formatting position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Book Formatting, a detail-oriented approach and strong knowledge of publishing standards are essential, often supported by experience with desktop publishing or book layout. Expertise in industry-standard tools like Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, or specialized formatting software, and familiarity with print-on-demand and eBook requirements, are typically necessary. Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to collaborate with authors and editors help professionals stand out in this field. These skills ensure that books are visually appealing, meet technical specifications, and are ready for publication across multiple platforms.

What is a Book Formatting job?

A Book Formatting job involves preparing a manuscript for publication by ensuring it has a professional layout, proper typography, consistent styling, and appropriate spacing. This process includes adjusting margins, fonts, headings, page numbers, and other elements to meet industry standards or specific publisher guidelines. A formatter ensures the book is visually appealing and easy to read, whether for print or digital formats like Kindle or EPUB. Proper formatting enhances the reading experience and increases the book’s marketability.

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Infographic showing various Book Formatting job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 73% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,850 per year, or $27.3 per hour.
Junior Designer, Grand Central Publishing

Junior Designer, Grand Central Publishing

Hachette Book Group

New York, NY • Hybrid

$59K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

DESCRIPTION:

The Grand Central Publishing Art department is seeking to hire a Junior Designer. The applicant will be working on all the imprints in the Grand Central Publishing lineup. Applicant must be mature, highly organized, efficient, conscientious, and possess the ability to multi-task. The Junior Designer will work in a highly creative, friendly and teamwork-oriented art department and will interact heavily with the creative director, art directors, designers, editorial, managing editorial, publicity, production and marketing departments to ensure timely workflow, department deadlines and interdepartmental requests.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Designing and formatting cover mechanicals (spine/back cover/flaps design) for both hardcover and paperback titles for the GCP Adult Trade list.
  • Digital formatting of audio and ebook covers.
  • Cover design assignments.
  • Designing marketing ads/materials/social media assets to support our books.
  • Digital and physical mockup of book covers.
  • Pre-press work and color corrections for jacket files going to the printer.
  • Attending weekly production meeting and weekly cover art meeting.
  • Photo / Art research.
  • Working on Reprint Corrections on backlist titles.
  • Junior Designer will be reporting to an Art Director, and an Associate Art Director
  • This is a NYC-based position. HBG's hybrid model is 3 days in-office, 2 days working from home.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Must have portfolio link with sample work included with resume.
  • 1-3 years of experience in an art or design department is a plus, but not necessary.
  • Background in illustration is a plus.
  • Mac platform skills with mastery of current Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).
  • Working knowledge of AfterEffects, Animation a plus, but not necessary.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the aptitude to communicate effectively in both individual and group settings regardless of audience.
  • Is able to work well in a team setting and creatively collaborate with others.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively while also ensuring accuracy of work through attention to detail.
How to Apply: To be considered, please submit both a resume AND a cover letter. We ask for a cover letter so that we can understand how your skills or experience can apply to our open role.
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 compensation range for this position is $59,000. 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.
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.
Employment Type: Full-Time

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