Design Manager

SHAPESLewisham; London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing house is seeking two experienced Design Managers in London for an exciting role to lead creation across award-winning illustrated books. This opportunity involves managing a team of designers and ensuring high-quality production standards while working closely with editorial and sales teams.

Qualifications

• Strong design portfolio in illustrated book design.
• Experience managing and developing design teams.
• Proficient in Adobe software for graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design execution for illustrated books.
• Coordinate with teams for high production standards.
• Manage in-house and freelance designers.

Skills

Design Leadership

Graphic Design

Project Management

Creative Problem Solving

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Thames & Hudson is seeking two experienced Design Managers to lead creative execution across its celebrated Trade and Core publishing lists. This full-time, London-based role involves overseeing the design of award-winning illustrated books across subjects including art, architecture, fashion, and pop culture. Responsibilities include managing in-house and freelance designers, ensuring high production standards, and coordinating closely with editorial, sales, and production teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong design portfolio, expert Adobe skills, and a proven track record in delivering visually striking, audience-appropriate work. This is a unique opportunity to shape the visual identity of a world-renowned publishing house.

Team Leadership & Mentorship – Experience managing and developing design teams

Graphic Design Excellence – Strong portfolio in illustrated book design

Advanced Software Proficiency – Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

Typography & Print Production Knowledge – Deep understanding of layout and finishes

Project Management – Ability to oversee multiple projects on schedule and within budget

Cross-Departmental Communication – Skilled in stakeholder coordination and progress reporting

Creative Problem Solving – Proactive and quality-focused under changing priorities

Closing date: 27 Jul Salary:

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in-office near King’s Cross)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £42,000 – £45,000 per annum (based on experience)

Organisation: Thames & Hudson Sector: Design & Architecture Job level: Senior Type level: Full time Posted: 10 Jul