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Internship Book Cover Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Editor, Books

Washington, DC · On-site

$76 - $87/hr

... book publication.* Provides input on cover design and reviews cover design and marketing copy for accuracy and appropriateness.* Reviews indexes for accuracy and appropriate formatting.* Works with ...

Designer, Publishing

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Robust portfolio demonstrating excellence in book cover design, interior design (1-color and 4-color), typography, and visual storytelling. * Illustration and hand-lettering skills * Proficiency in ...

Designer, Publishing

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Robust portfolio demonstrating excellence in book cover design, interior design (1-color and 4-color), typography, and visual storytelling. * Illustration and hand-lettering skills * Proficiency in ...

$76 - $87/hr

... book publication.* Provides input on cover design and reviews cover design and marketing copy for accuracy and appropriateness.* Reviews indexes for accuracy and appropriate formatting.* Works with ...

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How much do internship book cover design jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship book cover 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 Internship Book Cover Design vs Book Cover Designer?

AspectInternship Book Cover DesignBook Cover Designer
CredentialsTypically students or entry-level with basic design skillsProfessional qualifications or extensive portfolio
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, educational settings, or entry-level positionsDesign agencies, publishing houses, freelance work
Industry UsageOften part of learning or training programsFull-time or freelance professional work
Search IntentLearning, internship opportunities, entry-level rolesProfessional design services, portfolio building

Internship Book Cover Design focuses on entry-level or student work, often as part of training or learning programs. In contrast, a Book Cover Designer is a professional who creates covers for published books, with a strong portfolio and industry experience. The main difference lies in experience level, work environment, and purpose—internships are for learning, while professional designers provide expert services.

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Lead Associate Art Director, Book Covers

Hachette Book Group

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$75 - $85/hr

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Posted 4 days ago


Hachette Book Group rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 19 rated publishing


Job description

Hachette Book Group is looking for a highly organized Associate Art Director based in New York. You will manage design projects, oversee a team of designers, and ensure high-quality cover designs that meet market standards. The role requires extensive experience in book cover design and a proficiency in design software.

With a focus on innovation, you will work closely with editorial teams and maintain communication throughout all projects. This hybrid role involves working on-site three days a week.

Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $85,000, with potential overtime due to workload demands.

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