Project Designer - DK Knowledge (280245)
Project Designer - DK Knowledge (280245)
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DK is looking for a talented experienced Project Designer to join our dynamic Knowledge team. The DK Knowledge team crafts world-class books packed with rich reference contentdesigned to inform inspire and stand out. As Project Designer youll bring a creative edge and smart commercial thinking to shape visually compelling high-impact titles. Youll lead projects from concept to delivery working closely with a Project Editor to research fresh ideas commission standout content and deliver best-in-class design.
Your key responsibilities include:
Delivering high-quality visually impactful books
Commissioning and briefing photographers artists and freelance designers with clear direction and feedback
Collaborating effectively with editorial partners and internal teams
Managing budgets and schedules and resolving issues proactively
Maintaining consistently high creative and production standards
Staying up to date with the latest technology and emerging design trends
Were looking for a proactive designer who can take projects from concept to completion manage multiple deadlines with clear communication and adapt ideas for different markets. Youll bring strong skills in typography layout and image handling while maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
Proficiency in InDesign Photoshop and Illustrator is essential; experience with Asana is a plus. You should be creative adaptable commercially aware and confident working both independently and collaboratively.
If you are interested in working in a team where every project offers something new to learn please apply!
Please submit your most recent CV cover letter and portfolio by Wednesday 18 June 2025. Please note we would like to see your original work and cannot accept AI generated images as part of your portfolio.
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.
DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new smart-working policy with a hybrid approach of working weekly from home and in DKs office.
The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews or undertaking internships. For more information visit
*Subject to certain criteria being met.
About our Company:
We believe in the power of discovery. Thats why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang from the wonders of nature to city adventures you will find expert knowledge hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.
We are the worlds leading illustrated publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann creating cutting-edge design and stunning visual books for the whole are passionate about inspiring curiosity and bring people to books through their thirst for a global book loving community of over 800 colleagues in the UK US Germany India China Spain and Australia we produce books in over 100 countries and over 60 languages. Find out more on.
Company:Dorling Kindersley Limited
Country:United Kingdom
State/Region:London
City: London
Postal Code:SW1V 2SA
Job ID:280245
Employment Type
Contract
