Hachette Children’s Group Hiring: Non-Fiction Designer in London — Apply by 23 October
Overview
Hachette Children’s Group is recruiting a Designer for its non-fiction list on a nine-month fixed-term contract. The London-based role focuses on visual development and production for children’s non-fiction publishing. It combines concept work, page and cover design, illustration commissioning and close collaboration with editorial colleagues.
Work and experience
The designer will create distinctive designs across a range of children’s titles and formats, prepare files through production, and occasionally support marketing materials. The listing asks for strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, an awareness of current design and illustration trends, careful typography and layout, and the ability to work constructively with authors, illustrators and internal teams. A portfolio that shows relevant visual problem-solving is important.
Location, eligibility and pay
This is a full-time, nine-month fixed-term contract. The salary range is £28,250–£32,000. The hybrid pattern requires three days per week in the London office and two days working from home. Creative Access states that applicants for roles recruited through its platform need the right to work in the UK, so this article is classified as a UK-limited opportunity rather than an international open call.
Deadline and application
Applications close on 23 October 2026. Apply through the formal Creative Access opportunity page and follow its instructions for the application form, supporting statement and portfolio. Check that your portfolio links are accessible and that your work-rights status and availability match the stated requirements.
Important note
This article is a summary of the published vacancy. Terms, eligibility and recruitment dates can change, so please read the formal opportunity page and Creative Access eligibility guidance before applying. Information checked on 16 October 2026.