Editorial Book Designer - Senior

Remote $75k–$121k middle English B2 4 months ago full-time quality 8.2/10

Role in brief

SOFTSWISS is looking for a Senior Editorial Book Designer with over 7 years of experience in editorial and graphic design. The role involves creating complex publications for digital and print. Candidates should have a strong portfolio and expertise in Adobe tools.

Adobe InDesignFigmaAdobe IllustratorAdobe Photoshop

About the role

In this role, you will be responsible for designing large-scale multi-page publications, ensuring a clear information hierarchy and refined visual layouts. You will collaborate closely with an Art Director to create publication styles and cover concepts, while also managing complex content structures and infographics.

Success in this position requires strong typography and layout skills, as well as attention to detail. You will need to adapt visual solutions for various media and deliver high-quality work within deadlines. The position offers full-time remote work with flexible hours.

The salary range for this role is between $74,750 and $120,750.

Skills that matter here

  • Adobe InDesign: This is the primary tool for creating complex publications.
  • Figma: Used for designing and prototyping visual elements.
  • Adobe Illustrator: Utilized for creating vector graphics and illustrations.
  • Adobe Photoshop: Helpful for editing images and preparing visual content.

Who this role suits

  • Has a strong background in editorial and graphic design.
  • Thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates effectively with team members.
  • Possesses a well-structured portfolio showcasing print and editorial work.
  • Demonstrates strong attention to detail and the ability to manage tight deadlines.

From the employer

  • Work on large-scale multi-page publications for digital and print;
  • Work with large volumes of text and complex content structures;
  • Build a clear information hierarchy and refined visual layouts;
  • Develop strong typographic systems and modular grids;
  • Create publication visual styles from scratch together with the Art Director;
  • Create cover concepts both on the idea level and final visual execution;
  • Work with infographics, data visualization, and complex information;
  • Prepare files for print production;
  • Create communication and marketing materials across various formats;
  • Adapt visual solutions for both digital and physical media;
  • Deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines (not always, but often).
  • Strong experience in editorial and graphic design;
  • Confident experience using Adobe InDesign (primary and essential tool);
  • A strong and well-structured portfolio with print products and editorial materials (must have), as well as graphic and communication design projects;
  • Experience working with large-scale multi-page publications;
  • Experience collaborating closely with an Art Director;
  • Strong typography and layout skills;
  • Excellent understanding of modular grid systems and composition;
  • Ability to build a clear and logical content hierarchy;
  • Strong skills in information architecture and content design;
  • Ability to structure, organize, and refine complex client content into clear and visually polished layouts;
  • Experience working with infographics and complex information visualization;
  • Experience with prepress preparation and print production;
  • Understanding of printing technologies and materials;
  • Experience working with print production specifics and materials (foil stamping, special coatings, embossing, etc.);
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency;
  • Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality;
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills;
  • Ability to communicate professionally with teammates, Art Directors, and clients;
  • Experience in communication design, branding, and marketing materials;
  • Ability to generate graphic content for publications using AI tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, etc.).
  • Full-time remote work opportunities and flexible working hours;
  • Private insurance;
  • Additional 1 Day Off per calendar year;
  • Sports benefit;
  • Comprehensive Mental Health Programme;
  • Free online English lessons with a native speaker;
  • Generous referral program;
  • Training.

Questions about this role

What is the remote policy?

The position offers full-time remote work opportunities with flexible working hours.

What is the seniority level of this role?

This is a middle-level position requiring over 7 years of experience.

How do I apply for this position?

Candidates can apply through the company's website at https://www.softswiss.com.

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