Book Layout & Design Specialist

About Us

Safety Troop is committed to promoting psychological awareness, safety, and learning through engaging and impactful publications, workshops, and resources. We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented designer to bring our books to life with professional layouts and visually appealing designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the content and illustrations team to design and format books for print and digital publishing.
• Create visually consistent and professional layouts, including typography, spacing, and placement of text and images.
• Ensure alignment with Safety Troop’s brand style and target audience.
• Prepare files for print (PDF, InDesign package, etc.) and digital formats (ePub, Kindle, etc.).
• Suggest creative improvements for cover and interior design, if required.
• Work with editors, illustrators, and project leads to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Manage multiple design projects and meet deadlines.
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Book Designer / Layout Designer / Graphic Designer in publishing or similar fields.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign (essential), Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong knowledge of typesetting, typography, and page layout design principles.
• Familiarity with preparing books for print and eBook formats.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently as well as in collaboration.
• Creative mindset with the ability to balance design aesthetics and readability.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in educational, psychology, or children’s book design.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards in publishing.
• Experience working with multilingual text (optional).