Job Description
Do you love books that pop, flap, fold, make sounds and surprise children?
We’re building an exciting new novelty books division at Curious Universe, and we’re looking for a creative Midweight Designer to help bring it to life.
Working in a small, agile team alongside an artworker and manager, you’ll design imaginative, commercial and trend-led children’s novelty books – from board books and sound books to pop-ups and playful interactive formats.
You’ll need a strong creative eye, a passion for children’s books, and experience designing novelty board books. You’ll be confident using Adobe Creative Suite, understand print and artworking requirements, and have a portfolio full of clever, engaging design ideas.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join at the start of something new, shape a growing area of our business, and create books that children will love and retailers will want on their shelves.
The role is based in Bath with hybrid working. For the full job description and details on how to apply, please visit our website @ www.curiouuniverse.co.uk/careers
Required skills
- A passion for Children’s Books
- Have a real design flair and are innovative and creative, with strong awareness of current trends.
- Have an excellent understanding of design principles, such as colour, typography and composition.
- A high level of creativity, and must enjoy working with others and
discussing creative ideas. - Must be highly organised, motivated, and able to work under pressure,
with a high attention to detail, and excellent time management skills. - Around 3–5 years’ experience in Novelty Board Book design
- Strong knowledge of preparing files for print, and being aware of the restrictions within Board Books in terms of artworking.
- A portfolio with examples of innovative design solutions on Board Books
in general. - Adobe Creative Suite proficiency.
- Must be located within easy commutable distance of Bath.
Benefits
- A creative, collaborative team based in Bath (hybrid: 3–4 days in office, flexible options available).
- The chance to work on campaigns across toys, books, and crafts.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunities to grow your brand design expertise in a supportive team.