Publications Designer
On-site | Full-time | Turners Falls, MA
Are you a talented designer with a passion for beautiful, well-crafted books? Do you have a sharp eye for detail, an appreciation for typography, and experience in both print and digital design? We're looking for a Publications Designer to join our creative team full-time at our Turners Falls, MA office.
In this highly collaborative, on-site role, you'll design and typeset engaging layouts for books, catalogs, and a wide variety of branded materials. From hardcover jackets to interior page layouts, you'll bring stories to life through thoughtful design and production excellence.
What You'll Do:
Design print and digital products with a strong focus on books and marketing materials
Typeset text, layout images, and prepare interior and exterior mechanicals
Clean up and manipulate images, create or edit line art, graphs, and charts
Collaborate on cover designs and contribute to mood boards and concept development
Manage files and formats for high-quality prepress and printing processes
Partner with editorial, production, and marketing teams to meet project goals
Stay current on design trends and support the search for new artists and illustrators
Assist with internal materials like forms, signage, and business collateral
What You Bring:
3+ years of professional design experience (book layout experience strongly preferred)
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art, or related field
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) on Mac
Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and image formats (RGB/CMYK)
Retouching and color correction skills
Impeccable attention to detail and organization
Strong communication skills and the ability to apply constructive feedback
Passion for design and continuous learning
A professional, team-oriented attitude with a love of collaboration
A portfolio is required with your application. Show us your best work—especially book or layout samples that highlight your design range and attention to detail.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to use a computer for extended periods
Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
Must show proof of Covid-19 primary vaccination or submit an exemption request
If you're ready to contribute your creative skills in a mission-driven, design-forward environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today with your resume and portfolio to be considered.
These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to perform this job. Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder's supervisor, may also be required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
