Job Description
Junior Production Designer - Penguin Young Readers (Hybrid Preferred; Open to Remote)

The Penguin Young Readers design team is seeking a highly motivated, skilled individual with a desire to learn and contribute to the children’s book team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 

 

The Junior Production Designer will execute all phases of backlist reprint management including text corrections, layout adjustments, template updates, and file preparation with an emphasis on color correction and digital pre-press file creation. Reprints will include covers and interiors in all formats including picture books, novels, novelty books, chapter books, activity books, and graphic novels.

 

The Penguin Young Readers Division includes the imprints of Penguin Workshop, Rise, The World of Eric Carle, Penguin Young Readers Licenses, Grosset & Dunlap, Mad Libs, and many more.

 

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Makes reprint corrections and updates using InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat pre-press skills.
  • Prepares press ready digital files, while maintaining production schedules and printer deadlines.
  • Prepares print-ready PDFs according to printer’s standards.
  • Implements consistent quality control checks and color consistency.
  • Rebuilds older files and updates templates.
  • Works proactively to make future reprints more seamless.

 

Please apply if you meet the following qualificiations:

  • Strong Mac computer skills and technical knowledge, including a mastery of Adobe Suite’s current InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat programs
  • Knowledge of pre-press, 1-color and 4-color printing process, and PDF workflow
  • An affinity for and interest in systems and the technical skills required for preparing materials for print production
  • Highly organized, able to handle multiple tasks, independently prioritize and manage time efficiently
  • Strong attention to detail, quality, and process
  • Willingness to take on responsibilities and demonstrates an ability to ask for clarity or support
  • Hardworking, self-starting, and collaborative
  • Highly resourceful and flexible problem solver
  • Previous experience in a publishing design role or production/pre-press role is preferred. 

 

Penguin Random House’s national headquarters is located in New York City. This position is primarily hybrid, with a preference for candidates who can work from our NYC office on occasion; however, exceptional US-based remote candidates who can work East Coast hours may also be considered.

The salary for this position is $56,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.      

Applications for this role will be accepted through January 8 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.


Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.


Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

 

Company: Penguin Random House LLC | Job ID: 285330