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Check out our available positions below, and please be ready to provide a portfolio and/or samples upon request!
Graphic Designer
Don't judge a book by its cover? That applies in most contexts, but let's be honest...everyone judges books by their covers. If you're a nerd for typographic hierarchy, color theory, and books, then send a resume, portfolio, and cover letter to kaeley@orangehatpublishing.com.
Responsibilities:
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Under the direction of the Art Director, use Adobe InDesign to lay out and design the interiors/covers for books of many genres ranging from picture books to YA/adult books (memoir, narrative nonfiction, fiction).
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Use Google Calendar to accept and schedule meeting invites with members of the Orange Hat team and with authors (an Orange Hat email will be provided).
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Correspond directly with authors/other partners in a professional but friendly, approachable, warm manner. The Graphic Designer will also be responsible for responding to all emails in a timely manner (within one business day at most).
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Regularly update Trello task list and communicate with other staff members via that platform daily.
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Under the direction of the Art Director, develop unique typography for covers and children’s books.
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After hosting a meeting with the author to gather specifics regarding their vision for the book, the Graphic Designer will create unique book covers to match the mood, themes, and overall essence of the story and genre. The Graphic Designer will also work one-on-one with authors (often via email) to conduct edits and refine any designs/concepts until a final product is agreed upon by both the author and the Graphic Designer.
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Under the direction of the Art Director and the Owner, create any necessary assets, marketing materials, and promotional pieces including, but not limited to:
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Press releases
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Social media announcements
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Event banners on social media
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Bookmarks, invitations, and sell-sheets.
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Under the direction of the Art Director and the Owner, assist in the updating of Orange Hat's MAGNIFY catalog twice a year.
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Fall Catalog to be distributed in July/August
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Spring Catalog to be distributed in January/February
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On a weekly basis (or as assigned), update the Orange Hat Publishing and Ten16 Press websites. These updates include, but are not limited to:
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Creating graphics for the homepage
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Updating books for sale or pre-order for both imprints
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Updating the “Staff Picks” section of the Orange Hat site on a monthly basis
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Updating the “Author Highlight” section of the Ten16 site on a monthly basis
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Correctly package and finalize files for print production per distributor standards.
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Under the direction of the Art Director, design websites through Wix, edit book trailers using either Premier Pro or After Effects, and complete any other visual projects as assigned.
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Teamwork! At Orange Hat & Ten16 Press, everyone helps with the following tasks: packaging, shipping, launch party hosting, greeting contracted authors and walk-ins (as well as inquiring authors) in a warm and welcoming way.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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2-3 years of relevant work experience in graphic design
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Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively both verbally and in writing
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Exceptional organizational skills, plus the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with close attention to detail
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Ability and desire to work both independently and cooperatively in a highly collaborative environment
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Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator (knowledge of Premier Pro and After Effects is a plus, but not required)
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Copyediting and basic proofreading skills
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Proven knowledge of typographic hierarchy, concept development
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Collaborative, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
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Flexibility to pivot when certain project priorities change
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Passionate about books! *In your cover letter, please tell us about your most recent favorite read.
Weekly Expectations: Monday – Friday, 100% of the time in-office for the probationary 90-day period, or as determined with the Owner and Art Director. Some nights and weekend hours may be requested to help with book launch events, but they will be rare, and will be communicated in advance.
Marketing & Social Media Coordinator
Do you have a working knowledge of social media and marketing? Are you ALSO a huge bookworm? We’d love to hear from you! OHP is looking for a driven Marketing & Social Media Coordinator who can help take our social media and marketing strategies to the next level. If interested in applying for this position, please contact both shannon@orangehatpublishing.com and kaeley@orangehatpublishing.com with your resume, cover letter, and any marketing-related samples you'd like to share.
Responsibilities:
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Lead the marketing strategy and vision for Orange Hat Publishing and our imprint, Ten16 Press.
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Work with Editorial, Design, Operations, and Management teams to execute client, customer, and author marketing campaigns. Assist in developing OHP FAQs, resources, and best practice documents.
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Maintain marketing operations calendars and schedules for key stakeholders. Communicate essential dates, tasks, information, and responsibilities for each team and/or author.
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Brainstorm, develop, and execute 3-5 marketing campaigns per season, in collaboration with authors and the internal team.
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Communicate detailed campaign updates directly to authors, editors, publishers, and the OHP team. Present campaign ideas in key meetings.
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Collaborate with Publishing Assistant to implement a growth strategy for social media accounts. Draft email and social media marketing copy.
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In collaboration with the Art Director and Design Team, advise authors on building and optimizing their social media presence and overall platform. Hands-on with authors where necessary.
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Identify and arrange local and regional marketing opportunities for Orange Hat Publishing, Ten16 Press, and their authors. May work with Author Relations Liaison to coordinate author-specific marketing events.
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Locate opportunities for enhancing and improving imprint branding and campaigns—new tools, platforms, partners, outlets, best practices, marketing trends, etc.
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Oversee budgets for assigned titles and help manage imprint marketing budgets. Secure and oversee title-specific cross-promotional partnerships with local third-party brands and companies.
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Facilitate, organize, and promote author book launch events, OHP | T16 events, etc.
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Other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
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2-3 years of relevant work experience in publishing, marketing, or related field
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively both verbally and in writing
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Exceptional organizational skills, plus the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with close attention to detail
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Ability and desire to work both independently and cooperatively in a highly collaborative environment
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suites
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Copyediting and writing skills
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Graphic design knowledge is preferred but not required
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Proven knowledge of marketing strategies and trends
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Collaborative, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
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Flexibility to pivot when certain projects priorities change
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Passionate about books! Knowledge of and existing engagement with the Bookstagram/BookTok/BookTube community is highly preferred.
Weekly Expectations: Monday – Friday, 100% of the time in-office for the probationary 90-day period, or as determined with the Owner. Some nights and weekend hours may be requested to help with book launch events, but they will be rare, and will be communicated in advance.
At Orange Hat, We Value...
Rolling Up Our Sleeves
No matter your level or your job title, you’re willing to dive in headfirst to get work done and support the team. No one is above lending a hand and ensuring what needs to get done to achieve success together. We are The Dream Team.
Authenticity and Making a Connection
Having a genuine connection with our authors is what sets us apart from many publishers. At Orange Hat, we believe in a “people-first” approach where the needs of the author are heard, celebrated, and supported. This support may come in the form of just listening to their story, reading and responding to their emails closely (and in a timely manner), or scheduling meetings to ensure that everyone feels heard and understood.
Professionalism
There is a time for play and a time for work. At Orange Hat, we aim to effortlessly marry the two by making genuine connections with authors and freelancers while maintaining exceptional professional relationships.
Experiences
Learning by experience is the way we grow. We shouldn’t be afraid of failure if we’re trying, learning, and moving forward. We always push ourselves to try new things—both personally and professionally.
Creativity
Our authors rely on our ability to be creative, to think “outside of the box,” and to deliver marketable and page-turning content. Being creative at Orange Hat Publishing is strongly encouraged and should be fostered on a personal and professional level.
Transparency
We believe in being honest with our authors and with ourselves to become the best people, co-workers, and advisors to our authors that we can be.
Continuous Improvement
Both for our own professional development and for the services we provide our authors, taking proactive action to become an ever-better version of ourselves is essential for the team at Orange Hat Publishing | Ten16 Press.