UWorld is a worldwide leader in online test prep for college entrance, undergraduate, graduate, and professional licensing exams throughout the United States. Since 2003, over 2 million students have trusted us to help them prepare for high-stakes examinations.
UWorld is seeking talented Book Publishing/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
Qualifications:
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts or related field
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in digital design or related work
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and InDesign
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word
Soft Skills:
- Working proficiency and communication skills in verbal and written English
- Excellent attention to detail and organization skills and ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely
- Ability to work effectively within a changing environment that is going through high growth
- Exceptional follow-through, personal drive, and ability to understand direction and feedback
