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Morrison Interiors

Interior Design Intern

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

A Design Intern will get exposure to the entire design process putting your technical skills to ... A Senior Designer is ready to manage a book of design projects as well as mentor younger designers

Macmillan

Designer - Celadon

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Knowledge of and an interest in the book publishing industry * 2 - 3 years of experience designing book jackets * Degree in graphic design * Portfolio submission or website link required The salary ...

Macmillan

Designer - Celadon

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Knowledge of and an interest in the book publishing industry * 2 - 3 years of experience designing book jackets * Degree in graphic design * Portfolio submission or website link required The salary ...

Macmillan Learning

Designer - Celadon

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Knowledge of and an interest in the book publishing industry * 2 - 3 years of experience designing book jackets * Degree in graphic design * Portfolio submission or website link required The salary ...

Macmillan

Senior Marketing Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$86K - $91K/yr

... book publishing or related field (previous title marketing experience strongly preferred ... Experience in writing creative briefs, design routing, and tools like Canva * Some management ...

Macmillan Learning

Designer - Celadon

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Knowledge of and an interest in the book publishing industry * 2 - 3 years of experience designing book jackets * Degree in graphic design * Portfolio submission or website link required The salary ...

Macmillan Learning

Senior Marketing Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

$86K - $91K/yr

... book publishing or related field (previous title marketing experience strongly preferred ... Experience in writing creative briefs, design routing, and tools like Canva * Some management ...

Macmillan

Senior Marketing Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$86K - $91K/yr

... book publishing or related field (previous title marketing experience strongly preferred ... Experience in writing creative briefs, design routing, and tools like Canva * Some management ...

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How much do intern book publishing design jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern book publishing design in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Book Publishing Design vs Intern Graphic Design?

AspectIntern Book Publishing DesignIntern Graphic Design
CredentialsBasic design skills, portfolio, possibly related courseworkBasic design skills, portfolio, possibly related coursework
Work EnvironmentPublishing houses, editorial teams, book productionAdvertising agencies, media companies, freelance projects
Industry UsageSpecific to book and publishing industryBroader, including print and digital media

Intern Book Publishing Design focuses on creating visual layouts and cover designs specifically for books, working closely with publishers. Intern Graphic Design has a broader scope, including various media types like print, digital, and advertising. Both roles require similar skills and credentials but differ mainly in industry focus and work environment.

What types of projects and responsibilities can an Intern in Book Publishing Design expect during their internship?

As an Intern in Book Publishing Design, you can expect to work on a variety of projects such as laying out book interiors, designing covers, preparing print-ready files, and assisting with digital assets for marketing. You’ll often collaborate with editors, senior designers, and production teams to ensure consistency and meet deadlines. Interns frequently participate in brainstorming sessions and may receive feedback to help develop their design skills. The environment is typically fast-paced and creative, offering valuable learning opportunities for those looking to pursue a career in publishing design.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Intern in Book Publishing Design, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intern in Book Publishing Design, you need a foundational understanding of graphic design principles, typography, and a portfolio showcasing relevant coursework or personal projects. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is typically required. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication skills help set you apart in collaborative publishing environments. These skills ensure that design work meets professional standards, aligns with editorial vision, and appeals to target readers.
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Infographic showing various Intern Book Publishing Design job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,304 per year, or $19.4 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

Posted 26 days ago

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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