Graphic Illustrator

Exela Publishing House is looking for a creative and detail-oriented Book Designer & Illustrator to join our growing team. The role involves designing, editing and illustrating educational books for kindergarten, primary, and middle school students.

Key Responsibilities

• Create engaging illustrations for educational books and workbooks.
• Design page layouts that are visually appealing, age-appropriate, and easy to navigate.
• Work closely with authors, editors, and project managers to bring concepts to life.
• Develop characters, visual assets, infographics, and activity-based illustrations.
• Ensure consistency in design, typography, colour schemes, and visual style across a series.
• Prepare print-ready files and maintain organised source files.
• Incorporate feedback from internal teams and authors efficiently.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, or equivalent design software.
• Strong illustration and visual storytelling skills.
• Experience in book design, educational publishing, children's publishing, or related fields.
• Good understanding of typography, page composition, and print production requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working on school textbooks, workbooks, children's books, or educational content is a plus.
• Knowledge of print specifications and publishing workflows.
• Experience creating vector illustrations and educational visual assets.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful educational products.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Long-term engagement opportunities based on performance.

Benefits:

• Work from home

Experience:

• Graphic design: 1 year (Required)