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Senior Director, Art
HarperCollins Publishers. Lead and refine the cover development process .
Posted 10/2/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive experience in art directing and designing adult fiction titles, with a strong command of Adobe Creative Suite and an advanced understanding of the print industry. Capable of managing creative teams and projects effectively while meeting deadlines and budgets.
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Art DirectionAdobe Creative SuiteProject ManagementPrint Industry ExpertiseCommunication Skills
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Hard Skills
Art DirectionDesigning Fiction TitlesFile Preparation for PrintingProof ReviewingBudget Management
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsPositive AttitudeMultitaskingCollaborationAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Adobe Creative SuiteMac-Based Environment
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Publishing or Equivalent Experience
Industry Keywords
Fiction TitlesOffset PrintingCreative ContributorsFreelance DesignersIllustrators Management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead and refine the cover development process
- Design and art direct a list of romance and women’s fiction books
- Collaborate with and manage illustrators, in-house designers and freelance designers
- Keep creative contributors on schedule to meet printer dates
- Contribute independently and collaboratively to department goals
- Prioritize, multitask and manage resources across multiple projects
- Meet deadlines and manage budgets for assigned titles
- Regularly check in with Publishers and the Creative Director
Requirements
What you’ll need- 10+ years of progressive experience art directing and designing adult fiction titles
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in the publishing industry
- Experience managing illustrators, letterers, flatters and freelance designers, keeping track of schedules
- Expert understanding of the needs of fiction titles from early development through printed book stages
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
- Positive, can-do attitude and ability to work well with different types of personalities
- Expert skills in Adobe Creative Suite in a Mac-based environment
- Advanced understanding of offset printing and the print industry
- Experience prepping files for the printer and reviewing proofs and special specs
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package
- Physical health benefits
- Retirement and savings benefits
- Caregiving benefits
- Emotional wellbeing benefits
- Transportation benefits
- Elective benefits that employees may select to fit their needs and personal situations
- Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application/interview process