Hiring: Sr. Art Director, Book Publishing & Typography Company: ASSOULINE Location: New York, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:45:58 Employment Type: Full-time About the job Experience: •7+ years in book publishing and print design Required Skills: •In addition to leading internal creative development, this individual will participate in client meetings, pitches, and presentations •, confidently articulating design direction and creative rationale. •The Senior Art Director partners with the Creative Director, editors, and publishers from first vision to publication, and takes part in client meetings, pitches, and presentations, articulating design decisions with a clear rationale. The role works closely with editorial, communications, production, and outside partners throughout. Qualifications: •A portfolio of completed, printed books, ideally in art, fashion, architecture, or a similarly visual category •Advanced mastery of typography, layout systems, and visual hierarchy •Comprehensive expertise in offset printing, materials, binding, and production •Exceptional aesthetic judgment and attention to detail •Strong communication and presentation skills, particularly in client-facing settings •Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment •Advanced proficiency in Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) •A portfolio is required. Applications without substantial samples in book publishing and typography will not be considered. •You approach book design as both narrative and object, considering structure, typography, materials, and experience holistically. •You care deeply about letterforms, spacing, rhythm, and refinement. Compensation: •$120,000 - $160,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!