Publication Designer

UWorld is seeking talented Publication designer to join our growing illustration department. This individual will be key contributor as we prepare brand new book materials for release. UWorld is a highly collaborative, creative, and employee-centric environment that provides opportunities to artists who are passionate about creating beautiful and educational materials to teach the next generation of professionals from all disciplines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of print/ebook layout, pre-press and finishing is preferred
• Confidently work in an environment with high expectations and tight deadlines
• Be receptive to feedback from peers and management
• Have excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Continuously develop and expand professional skills

Job duties:

• Responsible for the creation, updating and testing of files for print/ebooks
• Import text into Microsoft word and InDesign templates for web and print publication
• Maintain consistency between eBook and Print versions
• Create vector graphics according to a style guide
• Analyze existing assets and content to match and innovate current style
• Communicate with content producers and peer reviewers on edits
• Collaborate with our teams to create novel ways of visualizing difficult concepts
• Collaborate with management and team members to ensure goals are met
• Help maintain an efficient and successful production process
• Adapt to shifting priorities and assist our on-site graphic artists as needed
• Communicate efficiently with remote teams
• Attend all required meetings and provide feedback when needed
• Create and maintain files for digital and print distribution
• Aid in file maintenance and asset management
• Work independently or in small groups to troubleshoot and provide solutions to production issues

Requirements

Minimum education:

• Associates Degree in Graphic Design or related field

Minimum experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in digital design or related work
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and InDesign
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word

Software Requirements:

• Up to date license in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Up to date license in Microsoft Word

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (contingent on experience)
• Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours)
• A generous paid holiday schedule that includes the entire week of Christmas off
• Onsite work environment, 4 days with 1 day remotely each week
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, vision, dental, life, disability)
• 401(k) plan for retirement with 5% employer matching (eligibility after 90 days of employment)
• On-site group fitness classes & a relaxed work environment

At UWorld, we believe strength is derived from the talents, ideas, and experiences of a diverse workforce. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class. UWorld is proud to be an equal opportunity employer providing a drug-free workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.