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Company Description Sultan Chand & Sons (P) Ltd is a renowned educational publishing house with a rich history that began in 1950. With almost 500 titles, we cater to students from Pre-Primary to College level. We are recognized for our high-quality, well-designed, and competently written books used in reputed schools and colleges across India. Our market leadership in Accountancy and English Grammar books is due to our continuous efforts to revise and update our materials. Key Responsibilities: Design visually compelling and pedagogically sound textbook covers that align with market expectations and series branding. Develop and execute interior page layouts for textbooks, workbooks, and supplementary materials, ensuring clarity, readability, and visual consistency. Create original graphics, illustrations, charts, diagrams, infographics, and icons that enhance understanding and engagement with the educational content. Collaborate closely with editors, authors, photo researchers, and production staff to ensure design solutions meet project goals, budgets, and schedules. Interpret manuscript requirements and editorial briefs to produce effective visual solutions. Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, maintaining high standards of quality and meeting deadlines. Ensure brand consistency across all titles within a series or subject area. Stay current with design trends, tools (including AI advancements), and best practices, particularly within the educational publishing industry. Archive and maintain organized digital files for all projects. Qualifications Proven experience as a Graphic Designer, preferably within the publishing or educational materials sector. A strong portfolio showcasing relevant work is essential. Expert proficiency in Adobe InDesign  for layout, typesetting, and pre-press. Expert proficiency in Adobe Illustrator  for creating vector graphics, charts, diagrams, and illustrations. Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop for image editing and manipulation. Solid understanding of typography, color theory, layout principles, and visual hierarchy. Knowledge of print production processes, including file preparation, color management (CMYK), and proofing. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage feedback constructively and iterate on designs effectively. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, OR equivalent professional experience. Preferred (Bonus) Qualifications: Experience editing video using Adobe Premiere Pro  to create supplementary digital content or promotional materials. Proficiency or familiarity with Canva  for creating supplementary marketing materials, social media assets, or rapid prototyping. Familiarity with and ability to ethically leverage Generative AI tools  (e.g., Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, etc.) for inspiration, asset creation, or workflow enhancement while maintaining design integrity and adhering to copyright guidelines.