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Fall 2018 - Children's Design Internship
HarperCollins
New York, NY, United States
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Overview
We are currently seeking an intern to support the Children's Design department! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the process from first design through what you see on a bookshelf and all the behind-the-scenes work in between!
This fall internship is a paid opportunity (14 hours per week), and it will run from September 10 through November 16 for a total of 10 weeks.
Please submit a separate cover letter for each opportunity you apply to – applications without cover letters will not be considered.
Responsibilities
• Scanning art or sketches.
• Creating layouts of interiors and jackets using scans of sketches and or art for picture books and novels.
• Reviewing sketches on interiors for picture books & novels.
• Working with art directors to search for stock images to use on book jackets.
• Designing binding die mechanicals & choosing case materials.
• Printing out color and B&W laser proofs.
• Creating book dummies for sales department.
• Filing contracts and invoices.
Qualifications
• Applicants must be a current undergraduate (sophomore year or above) or graduate student
• College-level understanding of grammar and spelling is required
• Some experience working on college and/or high school publications is preferred
• Experience with copy editing and/or proofreading is helpful
• Previous part-time work experience is preferred
• Must have a love of books!
• Applications MUST have a cover letter
• Applicants should include a link to an online portfolio