About the Role
Secondary Book Press invites applications from talented, creative and experienced Graphic Designers to join the Publishing Department. The successful candidates will design high-quality educational books and other publishing materials in line with company standards and the in-house design style guide.
Key duties and responsibilities (reporting to the Senior Designer)
- Develop creative designs and page layouts for a variety of book projects.
- Design and typeset books in line with the in-house style guide.
- Interpret design briefs and translate them into visual concepts and layouts.
- Prepare page layouts, graphics, artwork and design elements for publication.
- Source, create and place illustrations, photographs, diagrams and other visuals.
- Make design corrections based on feedback from editors and supervisors.
- Ensure consistency in typography, spacing, colours, illustrations and overall presentation.
- Prepare print-ready files that meet quality and production standards.
- Manage multiple book design projects while meeting deadlines.
- Work collaboratively with editors, illustrators and the Publishing Department.
Key duties and responsibilities (reporting to the Senior Designer)
- Develop creative designs and page layouts for a variety of book projects.
- Design and typeset books in line with the in-house style guide.
- Interpret design briefs and translate them into visual concepts and layouts.
- Prepare page layouts, graphics, artwork and design elements for publication.
- Source, create and place illustrations, photographs, diagrams and other visuals.
- Make design corrections based on feedback from editors and supervisors.
- Ensure consistency in typography, spacing, colours, illustrations and overall presentation.
- Prepare print-ready files that meet quality and production standards.
- Manage multiple book design projects while meeting deadlines.
- Work collaboratively with editors, illustrators and the Publishing Department.
Requirements
Qualifications and skills
- A relevant Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Art, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design or equivalent.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Practical experience in graphic design, preferably book design, typesetting and page layout.
- Creativity, strong visual judgement and excellent attention to detail.
- Good understanding of typography, colour, composition and print-production requirements.
- Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently and in a team.
- Own a personal computer with the relevant design software.
- Experience in educational publishing is an added advantage.
How to apply: submit your current CV together with certified copies of educational and/or professional qualifications to [email protected] on or before 13 September 2026, clearly stating the position in the subject line. Alternatively, drop CVs and certified copies at Secondary Book Press head office, 4th Floor, CABS Centre, 74 Jason Moyo (Cnr Jason Moyo & 2nd Street), Harare. Enquiries: +263 242 771 406 / 753 201. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- A relevant Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Art, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design or equivalent.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Practical experience in graphic design, preferably book design, typesetting and page layout.
- Creativity, strong visual judgement and excellent attention to detail.
- Good understanding of typography, colour, composition and print-production requirements.
- Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently and in a team.
- Own a personal computer with the relevant design software.
- Experience in educational publishing is an added advantage.
How to apply: submit your current CV together with certified copies of educational and/or professional qualifications to [email protected] on or before 13 September 2026, clearly stating the position in the subject line. Alternatively, drop CVs and certified copies at Secondary Book Press head office, 4th Floor, CABS Centre, 74 Jason Moyo (Cnr Jason Moyo & 2nd Street), Harare. Enquiries: +263 242 771 406 / 753 201. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.