Cover Design Assistant

Company Description

Atmosphere Press is an author-friendly book publisher that prioritizes meaningful and rewarding author experiences above all else. We provide editorial, design, distribution, and publicity services for authors, and are an ethics-forward alternative to traditional or self-publishing. Our mostly remote team of 50 is stable, with a positive, autonomous, and mutually supportive culture. With a TrustPilot score of 4.7, Atmosphere was founded in 2015 by an author and PhD in Literature, and since then has published more than 1,200 books.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a friendly, organized, and pragmatic Cover Design Assistant to act as a primary point of contact for our authors throughout the cover design process. This role is centered on excellent communication and inbox management. The ideal candidate will be a skilled communicator who excels at answering author questions clearly and ensuring a smooth and positive experience. While technical design skills are not required, an awareness of the creative process is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the cover design department’s inbox, providing timely and helpful responses to all author inquiries.
• Serve as the main contact between authors and our team of talented cover designers.
• Clearly communicate project timelines, processes, and next steps to authors.
• Receive and organize author feedback, forwarding notes accurately to the appropriate designers.
• Maintain organized records of all author communications and project statuses.
• Provide general administrative support to the cover design team to ensure an efficient workflow.

Requirements:

• Experience in a role requiring heavy email communication, such as customer service, project coordination, or administrative support.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a friendly, professional, and clear tone.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of emails effectively.
• A high level of attention to detail.
• A pragmatic and proactive approach to answering questions and solving problems.
• Must be a collaborative team player who fits our positive and supportive vibe.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in publishing, or a creative industry.
• A passion for books and an appreciation for the author’s journey.
• Familiarity with project management software or cloud-based organizational tools.

Position Details

• Hourly Rate: $20-$25/hour
• Hours: 10-20 hours per week to start, with the potential for more
• Reports to: Ronaldo Alves, Art Director
• Start Date: Immediately
• Location: Remote