Senior Designer
ScholasticNew York, New York, United States
Posted March 6, 2026
70000 - 85000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Scholastic is a global children's publishing and education company that meets children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences.
Job Description
Scholastic is seeking a Senior Designer to join their Harry Potter publishing program. The role will involve art direction, design, and creative development for new publishing and licensed HP publishing. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio, experience in the children's book market, and excellent communication skills.
Requirements
- Art direction and design for all new Harry Potter/J.K. Rowling publishing and some licensed HP publishing
- Creative development of new publishing, working collaboratively with Editorial
- File preparation, trafficking, review, and management for all new publishing and related print/digital sales materials
- Creative development and design of custom/proprietary editions
- Backlist development and maintenance, including repackages, reprints, and corrections
- In-house point person for all inter-departmental file/design needs (Sales/Marketing/Publicity file requests, metadata images, foreign rights/co-editions)
- Liaison with external publishers for Outside Purchase projects
- Creation of internal and external presentation materials (i.e. project proposals, artist proposals, seasonal presentations, cover meetings, etc.)
- Recruitment and management of freelance designers as needed
Benefits
- Full suite of health and wellness benefits
- Retirement Savings Plan 401(k)
- Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
- Generous Parental Leave Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)