Publications & Graphics Manager

Make the hardest concepts look easyHow do you draw the coagulation cascade so it finally makes sense? Or turn a dense legal doctrine into a diagram someone remembers on exam day? At UWorld, that's not a hypothetical. It's Tuesday.UWorld creates learning tools for some of the world's most high-stakes exams, and our visuals are a big part of why students love them. We're looking for an experienced graphic or publication designer to step up as our Publications & Graphics Manager and lead our talented team of designers in creating original images across a wide range of exams, in both print and digital formats.This role is part designer, part creative director, and part coach. You'll bring a strong print background, ideally in books or catalogs, and the kind of design chops that earn your team's respect. You'll partner with our writing teams to dream up fresh, clever ways to visualize difficult concepts, guide your team to do their best work, and make sure every image looks just as sharp on the printed page as it does on screen. If you get a thrill from turning complexity into clarity, you'll feel right at home.Where you'll fitYou'll report to the Creative Director and work daily with the department project manager and fellow managers within the Art & Illustration department. You'll also be a key bridge between your team, content leads, and leadership across the company.What you'll doLead and inspire a creative team. Support and empower your graphic artists through regular one-on-ones, mentor them in problem-solving and planning, and champion their professional growthTurn tough ideas into great visuals. Collaborate with writing teams to brainstorm original, memorable ways to illustrate challenging conceptsBring print expertise to the table. Guide your team in creating visuals that translate flawlessly to print, from layout and typography to color and production-ready filesOwn the look. Maintain our style guide and library of 2D assets so every image feels unmistakably UWorld, in print and digital formats alikeRun the creative rhythm. Organize and lead Graphics team meetings and image reviews with content leads, keeping feedback constructive and projects movingKeep the production engine humming. Help maintain an efficient, high-quality production process, and track and report on productivity and quality with a consistent, fair methodologyKnow the big picture. Stay up to speed on all of our products, their upgrades, and upcoming priorities so your team is always a step aheadBe your team's advocate. Serve as a liaison to leadership and other departments, making sure your team's work and needs are seen and heardBuild the dream team. Actively support recruiting for onsite, offsite, and contract graphic artistsRequirementsWhat you bringBachelor's degree in Graphic Arts, Graphic Design, or a related disciplineA solid background as a graphic designer or publication designer, with a portfolio that shows itHands-on experience designing printed materials. Books or catalogs are ideal, but experience with direct mail, brochures, posters, or similar print pieces is a mustA working knowledge of print production, including preparing files for print and achieving consistent, high-quality resultsExperience leading, mentoring, or managing designers, ideally within a creative departmentExpert-level skills in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Illustrator and PhotoshopExperience creating vector graphics, charts, infographics, and simple illustrationsExperience creating Presentation Materials like interactive PPTs and Google Slide decksExcellent project management and resource allocation skillsThe ability to manage, problem-solve, and execute within an established design and visual styleA genuine drive to build strong relationships with collaborators inside and outside the departmentA sharp eye for detail and strong organizational skillsThe ability to juggle competing priorities while keeping your team focused and energizedComfort giving and receiving constructive feedbackBonus pointsKnowledge of ADA-compliant, accessible design principles and how to apply them to creative projectsExperience with HTML and UI/UX designReady to lead with creativity?If you're a print-savvy designer who loves building great teams and making complicated ideas beautifully simple, we'd love to see what you can do. Bring your portfolio, especially your favorite print projects, along with your ideas and your favorite color palette.BenefitsCompetitive compensation based on experiencePaid time off that grows with your tenure, plus parental leave, bereavement leave, and 8 hours of paid volunteer timeA generous holiday schedule, including the entire week of Christmas offComprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, and even pet insurance for your furry (or scaly) muses401(k) with a 5% employer match, available after 90 days of employmentAnnual professional and career development opportunitiesFlexibility to work remotely 1 day per week in a relaxed, creative-friendly environmentDaily onsite group fitness classes to recharge between design sprintsA Social Committee that makes it easy and fun to get to know your coworkersOur commitmentAt UWorld, we believe strength is derived from the talents, ideas, and experiences of a diverse workforce. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class. UWorld is proud to be an equal opportunity employer providing a drug-free workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.