Manga & Video Game Book Designer / Sr Designer - Square Enix

Job Description

Penguin Random House Publisher Services is seeking a Designer who will be responsible for the overall visual development and presentation of the Square Enix Manga and Books list, which publishes such notable properties such as Final Fantasy, Soul Eater, and NieR:Automata. The Designer will design covers, jackets, and interior pages for manga series and a variety of trade formats including art books, novels, and specialty products. The ideal candidate will have a passion for great design, a commercial sensibility, and an interest in entertainment and pop culture.

Key Responsibilities
• Designs and executes design production of Square Enix books for print and digital publication, primarily manga but also art books, novels, and other trade book formats
• Creates title logos and branding
• Designs covers, jackets, and preprinted casewraps
• Designs interior page layouts and creates page templates
• Typesets text and makes corrections and changes as needed through all proofing stages
• Prepares materials for licensor approval and adapts designs based on licensor feedback
• Prepares cover and jacket mechanicals, and packages files for printer
• Collaborates with Production Manager on color review and correction of prepress files and printer proofs
• Works closely with the Publishing Director and Editors on concept development and execution
• Hires and manages freelance designers and illustrators
• Tracks, project manages, and prioritizes multiple titles from initial concept through final publication

In addition to these responsibilities, performs other activities as assigned.

Requirements
• 3-5 years of publishing design experience to be considered at the Designer level; 5+ years to be considered at the Sr Designer level
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat)
• Strong typography skills and creative aesthetic
• Experience with book/multiple page layout and design
• Experience with 4-color printing and pre-press file preparation
• Ability to generate unique and compelling designs while managing the requirements of editors, licensors, and other stakeholders
• Ability to manage time, prioritize deadlines, and balance multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail
• Interest in anime, manga, or video games a plus
• Experience in working with licensed publishing or product design a plus

Please apply using our online application process and include a link to your portfolio with your resume.

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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rz1pm3-3-140-247-39-42 in your application.