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Macmillan

Associate Director, Subrights Contracts

$90K - $100K/yr

Thorough grasp of relevant contract and business issues in book publishing industry and interest in ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

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 ...

Macmillan

Associate, Publishing Strategy

$54K - $58K/yr

What You'll Do: * Creating and distributing reporting related to book sales and promotion ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Macmillan

Associate Contracts Manager

$70K - $75K/yr

Approximately 4-7 years' book publishing contracts experience (in-house or at a literary agency ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Macmillan

Contracts Assistant, MCPG

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$50K/yr

Interest in the legal and business side of book publishing is ideal. This role will have an annual salary of $50,000. This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office ...

Macmillan

Editorial Assistant, Flatiron

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$50K/yr

Some work experience in book publishing is a plus * Some experience in a corporate/office ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Macmillan

Contracts Manager

$71K - $80K/yr

Approximately 5-8 years' book publishing contracts experience (in-house or at a literary agency ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

HarperCollins Publishers

Senior Designer

$56K - $70K/yr

This is a full-time remote opportunity. Although preferred locations are Nashville, TN or Grand ... in publishing, designing book covers being a plus Education: Degree in Graphic Design or related ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Book Publishing Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Book Publishing Designer, you need expertise in graphic design, typography, and layout, often supported by a degree in graphic design or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is typically required, along with knowledge of digital publishing platforms. Strong attention to detail, creativity, time management, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure visually appealing and market-ready publications that meet both client expectations and industry standards in a remote work environment.

What is the difference between Remote Book Publishing Design vs Remote Book Cover Design?

AspectRemote Book Publishing DesignRemote Book Cover Design
Primary FocusDesigning layouts, typesetting, and formatting entire booksCreating visual covers for books
Skills RequiredInDesign, typography, layout, editingGraphic design, illustration, branding
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with authors, editors, publishersWorks with authors, publishers, marketing teams
Industry UsageUsed by publishing houses, freelance designersUsed by cover designers, freelance artists

Remote Book Publishing Design involves comprehensive book layout and formatting, while Remote Book Cover Design focuses solely on creating attractive covers. Both roles require design skills and collaboration with publishers, but they differ in scope and deliverables.

What is remote book publishing design?

Remote book publishing design involves creating the visual layout and cover art for books while working from a location outside of a traditional office or publishing house. Designers in this role use digital tools to collaborate with authors, editors, and publishers to ensure the book’s appearance is professional and appealing. Tasks include formatting text, designing covers, selecting typography, and preparing files for print or digital distribution. Working remotely requires strong communication skills and proficiency with design software such as Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.

What are some common challenges faced by remote book publishing designers, and how can they be addressed?

Remote book publishing designers often encounter challenges such as maintaining clear communication with authors, editors, and publishers, as well as managing project timelines across different time zones. To address these challenges, it's important to establish regular check-ins via video calls or collaborative platforms and to use project management tools to track progress and feedback. Staying organized and proactively clarifying design expectations can help ensure smooth workflows and high-quality results in a remote setting.
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Acquisitions Editor/Senior Acquisitions Editor - Arts & Crafts

Bloomsbury Publishing

Remote

$66K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
To seek out and acquire the best possible authors for Bloomsbury's arts and crafts imprint Herbert Press, working closely with the UK-based editorial and production teams and overseeing the titles through the editorial stages, from manuscript delivery to publication.
Commissioning mainly color titles, the role requires building relationships and working with authors, museum and gallery clients, agents (occasionally), freelancers, photographers, illustrators, and designers.
In addition, this position also includes seeking out partnerships with relevant associations and institutions such as museums and art galleries to build the Philip Wilson Publishers (PWP) list in the US market.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Seek out and acquire new titles for Herbert Press
  • Seek out and acquire new partnerships and titles with American institutions and associations for PWP.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activity, develop a network of contacts and represent Bloomsbury, Herbert Press and PWP at conferences and events as required
  • Establish and maintain good relationships with a wide range of authors and publishing partners.
  • Devise new series and stand-alone titles based on market needs.
  • Achieve short and long-term signing and publishing targets.
  • Ensure a timely and cost-effective front-list program.
  • Manage the subject-specific backlist and look for ways to repurpose content.
  • Seize opportunities to develop innovative digital products.
  • Oversee the completion of projects from proposal to publication by working effectively with other departments, primarily: editorial, marketing, sales, production, and design.
  • Be the dynamic face of the lists and Bloomsbury to authors and the wider arts and crafts community in the US.
  • Working closely with editorial colleagues in the UK to ensure a cohesive, strategically aligned publishing program.

Requirements
  • Exceptional knowledge of the US arts and crafts book market and key industry figures
  • Excellent interpersonal skills - a confident and deft approach to communicating with authors, curators and others in the field in addition to in-house and external colleagues
  • Experience in art and crafts book publishing and a track record of acquiring books, ideally developing a list
  • Ability to negotiate effectively - contracts, schedules, editorial conflicts
  • Experience in project managing color books from manuscript delivery to publication
  • Exceptional organizational, time management and prioritization skills
  • Excellent writing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database skills
  • Eye for attractive and user-friendly design and layout
  • A commitment to, and highly developed skills in, assessing market needs
  • Excellent project management capabilities
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) necessary
  • General knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator an advantage
  • Excellent copywriting skills

Location:
Candidates ideally will be within the NY tri-state area and are able to work on a hybrid schedule from our NYC office, however, we are open to fully remote for the right candidate.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Bloomsbury Publishing USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company has a policy of providing equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sex, ethnicity, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We welcome and celebrate talent from all backgrounds and believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial elements to our success. We are dedicated to actively and continuously improving our practices to better support all of our employees.
Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Hybrid Work Schedule

Salary Description
$66,000 - 80,000

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