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University of New Mexico

Reading Tutor

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Enhance children's reading and comprehension skills. They may provide reading sessions inone-on-one or group settings, depending on the event Global Give A Book, Inc.(GGAB) is having. Global Give-A ...

Literati

Lift Operator- Part Time

Elgin, IL · On-site

$17.50/hr

ABOUT LITERATI Literati is a modern children's book company focused on building reading skills so kids can grow to be their best selves. We make it easy to find books kids love through school book ...

Literati

Lift Operator

Arlington, TX · On-site

$17.50/hr

ABOUT LITERATI Literati is a modern children's book company focused on building reading skills so kids can grow to be their best selves. We make it easy to find books kids love through school book ...

University of New Mexico

Reading Tutor

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$17/hr

Global Give-A-Book's mission ispromoting youth literacy by giving award-winning books to children ... The reading tutor will read a book to thechildren, after the reading session the children will be ...

Bernie's Book Bank

Fleet Driver

Lake Bluff, IL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Reading is the single most important skill a child needs. Yet many children lack access to books, especially books of their own. That's why Bernie's Book Bank works so hard to provide free quality ...

Literati

Dock Specialist

Elgin, IL · On-site

$18/hr

... reader: anyone who dreams, anyone who wonders, of any age. There are some stories no child should ... New for 2022, Literati has expanded into children's book fairs. Lovingly referred to as Austin ...

Literati

Dock Specialist

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$18/hr

... reader: anyone who dreams, anyone who wonders, of any age. There are some stories no child should ... New for 2022, Literati has expanded into children's book fairs. Lovingly referred to as Austin ...

Literati

Events Operations Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Literati is a modern children's book company focused on helping kids fall in love with reading at every age and stage. We make it easy to find great books through our school book fairs, school store ...

Book Harvest

Social Media Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

Description Book Harvest, an award-winning children's literacy nonprofit scaling nationally, is ... a reader and is building the research, policy, and field infrastructure to realize a new standard ...

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How much do children book reader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for children book reader in the United States is $19.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What company will pay you $200 to read a book?

Children book readers or similar roles sometimes pay individuals around $200 for reading and reviewing books, especially for promotional or educational purposes. These opportunities often involve participating in focus groups, online reviews, or promotional campaigns and may require good reading skills and attention to detail.

How to become a children's book reader?

To become a children's book reader, develop strong reading skills, a love for children's literature, and patience. Gaining experience through volunteering at libraries, schools, or reading programs can be helpful, and having good communication skills is important for engaging young audiences.

Can I get paid to read children's books?

Children book readers can be paid for their work, especially if they are involved in activities like reading aloud at events, recording audiobooks, or creating content for educational purposes. Payment varies based on the role, experience, and whether the position is freelance or employed by an organization.

What job pays you to read books?

A children book reader is a job that involves reading books aloud to children, often in libraries, schools, or bookstores. This role may require good communication skills, a love for children's literature, and sometimes a background in education or early childhood development.
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Designer, Silver Dolphin & Studio Fun

Designer, Silver Dolphin & Studio Fun

Readerlink Distribution Services

San Diego, CA • Hybrid

$70K - $74K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

ReaderLink rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

277th of 366 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

Silver Dolphin Books and Studio Fun International, the children’s publishing imprints of the Printers Row Publishing Group (PRPG), are seeking a Designer to join a high-performing, dynamic, and innovative team in a fast-paced environment dedicated to creating engaging novelty, licensed, and educational titles for children ages 0–12. This role reports to the Associate Art Director. This hybrid position, based in San Diego with three days in-office and two remote days, offers the opportunity to shape and execute projects from concept through approval to print. The Designer will be an active team member, working closely with the design team, editorial, production, illustrators, agents, and other partners.The Designer will help drive the development of books that delight and inspire young readers while maintaining the highest standards of quality and excellence. This role requires managing multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining schedules, and contributing creatively across all stages of development. The ideal candidate will actively seek out new artistic talent and stay current with design and market trends.

What You Will Be Doing: 

  • Design and develop children’s books and products.
  • Create compelling cover and interior designs aligned with project goals and brand standards.
  • Create physical and/or digital mock-ups to support concept development and presentations.
  • Oversee illustrators and communicate effectively with agents to source and manage artwork.
  • Collaborate closely with editorial, production, and design teams throughout all stages of development.
  • Participate in brainstorming and format development, contributing creative ideas and solutions.
  • Identify design challenges and proactively implement improvements independently or through collaboration.
  • Maintain ownership of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and schedules are met.
  • Follow established processes for book development, including schedule adherence, routing passes, and reviewing key project information with a high degree of organization.
  • Be comfortable presenting titles, concepts, and updates clearly in meetings.
  • Demonstrate the ability to collaborate within a larger creative team while also working independently.
  • Prepare detailed design specifications and communicate clearly with production teams, illustrators, freelancers, and agents.
  • Track schedules and maintain awareness of budgets across assigned projects.
  • Research and source illustrators and visual references for both branded and non-branded titles.
  • Stay current on market trends, illustration styles, and children’s publishing formats.
  • Prepare press-ready files, including preflighting and final production deliverables.
  • Route materials through appropriate review channels and incorporate feedback efficiently.
  • Anticipate, troubleshoot, and resolve design or production issues as they arise. 
  • Support additional projects and tasks as assigned.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor products, and emerging brands.
  • Continue developing knowledge of book production and materials.
  • Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested. 

What You Will Need:

  • High school diploma or general educational development (GED) diploma or certificate is required. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field is preferred.
  • Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years of experience in children’s book publishing or a related field is preferred.  
  • Experience with licensed publishing is preferred.
  • Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat) is required. 
  • Strong to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
  • Strong understanding of book design and publishing processes.  
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a very fast-paced environment.  
  • Passion for children’s books and awareness of current market trends.  
  • Strong interpersonal skills; collaborative and personable.  
  • Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and remain open to feedback.
  • Clear and effective verbal communication in a variety of settings.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • A methodical and organized approach to problem-solving.
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely and effective manner.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and timelines simultaneously.
  • The work performed is in an office environment.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
Salary: $70,304.00 - $74,000.00
Employee Benefits Include but Are Not Limited To:
Health Plans - Medical, Dental & Prescription
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health & Dependent Care
Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays
401(k) with Company Match
Author Events
Publisher-sponsored Book Club

ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
ReaderLink is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please email your request to info@readerlink.com, or call: (708) 356-3737.

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