Responsibilities

• Design a wide range of high-quality marketing materials - including sales collateral, promotional items, and print and digital advertisements - while maintaining established brand identities and style guidelines
• Create engaging digital assets and animated social media graphics (.GIF and .MOV formats)
• Collaborate with the Design team on campaigns and creative initiatives for retailers, schools and libraries, and social media platforms
• Support the Senior Art Director with administrative and organizational tasks, including file archiving, workflow coordination, and departmental process management
• Contribute creative ideas for merchandising and advertising campaigns that promote both new releases and beloved Penguin classics
• Stay current on design trends, emerging marketing strategies, and social media best practices.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects
• Experience using AI platforms and an interest to expand knowledge
• Working knowledge of Premiere Pro and HTML5 is a plus
• A strong digital portfolio demonstrating excellent typography, layout, and visual design skills for marketing
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment, while remaining adaptable and receptive to feedback
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Preferred

• Interest in children’s, middle grade, and young adult literature and publishing trends a plus.

Benefits

• 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.