DK Learning - Managing Art Editor

Do you have a passion for creating visually stunning and engaging books that inspire young minds?

DK Learning is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Managing Art Editor to join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping the visual direction of our educational publishing.

Some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Commissioning and guiding the creation of high-quality content, ensuring it aligns with DK’s editorial and visual standards.

• Managing project schedules and budgets, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to production timelines.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with illustrators, photographers, agents, and other industry contacts.

• Exploring and implementing innovative design approaches, embracing new technologies and staying abreast of industry trends.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead a talented team of designers, overseeing all aspects of the creative process from concept to publication, working closely with different departments to create our well-loved books.

• Proven experience: A background as an art editor or senior designer within education or children’s publishing.

• A keen eye for design: Exceptional creative vision and a passion for high-quality design.

• Strong leadership skills: The ability to inspire and motivate a team, providing clear direction and support.

• Project management expertise: Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Technical proficiency: Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).

• Commercial awareness: A strong understanding of the education publishing market and the ability to identify trends.

• Excellent communication: Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders.

If you are an innovative thinker eager to explore new ideas and make a meaningful impact on children’s learning, then we would love to hear from you!

To apply, please submit your most recent CV, cover letter and a link to your work or design portfolio by 17 February 2025.

We have a range of benefits to reflect our commitment to our people, some of which are:

• 25 days paid holiday entitlement in year one, plus bank holidays

• Generous pension scheme

• Volunteering policy and charity matching

• Employee assistance programme

• 60% discount on company books

• Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership

• Flex Fridays (1pm Finish*)

• Shopping discounts

• Up to 30 days remote working from abroad

And we plant a tree for every new employee to our business

DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background. DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.

DK is a member of the disability confident scheme. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.