Job Opportunities

Join the OwlCrate team!

We're looking for a few more people to join our completely remote team of amazing humans and exceptional owls to help us deliver magic and a love of reading to the world!

Please note that all applications are now closed.

Partnerships Coordinator

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Work with our Head of Partnerships to support editorial operations, communication efforts, and organization.

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Product Dev. Assistant

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Work collaboratively on multiple product development projects across all different genres we currently offer.

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Graphic Designer

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Create digital assets for all of our marketing efforts, from social media and newsletters to community and beyond.

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Book Designer

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Create breathtaking book cover compositions with stunning typography, in a collaborative environment.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Book Designer

This application is now closed!

We’re looking for a talented and detail-obsessed Book Designer and typography expert to join our creative team. This role is ideal for someone who lives and breathes books, understands the publishing world, and has a deep love for layout composition, lettering, and storytelling through design.

In this role, you'll design stunning, collectible book covers and dust jackets for our exclusive editions.

Who You'll Be working With

You'll be part of OwlCrate’s design team and you'll work closely with our product development team to bring beloved stories to life through bold visuals, refined typography, and high-end print layouts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL

  • Collaborate with the product team to craft compelling book cover compositions
  • Create custom or modified typography treatments for titles, spines, & elements
  • Format print-ready files to meet publisher and printer specifications (bleeds, spine width, spot gloss, and foil specifications etc.)
  • Design original, eye-catching book covers and full dust jackets (front, spine, back, flaps)
  • Ensure consistency across editions (foil stamping, endpapers, sprayed edges, etc.)
  • Work on other book features, projects, and supporting materials (e.g. tip-in pages, endpapers, bonus content, book mockups)
  • Maintain organized file structure and version control for internal and external review
REQUIREMENTS

You Might BE OUR PERSON IF YOU...

  • 3+ years of experience in book cover design, book layout, or publishing design
  • Expertise in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
  • Strong understanding of print production, including file prep and prepress
  • Portfolio that shows typography-first design, layout precision, and creative range
  • Comfortable working on multiple projects at once and meeting short deadlines
  • Passion for creating beautiful collector-worthy books
  • Experience with book publishing files and working with foil layers, embossing, or specialty finishes
  • Love the technical side of print design, including formatting details, color profiles, type kerning, and so on!

Bonus Points If You have:

  • Experience with hand lettering, custom font design, and creating original vector illustrations
  • Worked on YA/Adult Fantasy, Romantasy, or Romance titles
  • Previously worked on special edition publishing and/or subscription boxes

Perks

  • Remote work with flexible hours
  • Collaborate with a kind, creative, fast-paced team
  • Opportunities to lead projects and creative ownership
  • Professional development support

Details

This application is now closed!

This is a permanent, remote position open to anyone worldwide, with strong written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to regularly attend meetings during working hours in Pacific or Eastern time. We are ideally seeking a full time hire, but will work with the right candidate on flexibility for personal needs. Please note that if you live outside of Canada, you will join our team as an Independent Contractor.

The target salary for this role is $70,000 (Canadian Dollars), or equivalent in local currency. Applications outside of this scope are welcome, please identify this in your application.

We offer competitive compensation packages, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for growth and development. If you are a creative person who is passionate about book covers, design, typography, and creating beautiful things, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Applications are closed!
Who We Are

OwlCrate - a book company for readers by readers!

OwlCrate curates exclusive special edition books, subscription boxes and bookish products for readers and book lovers all over the world. We have worked very hard over the past 10 years building an incredibly vibrant community of readers, authors, artists, and collaborators who share a passion for exciting stories and beautiful books.

It is very important to us to add the right people to our team at the right time. Is now your time?

Beyond Ozwald, The Owl

Why Choose OWlCrate

Awesome Humans

Work with smart, driven, creative, and passionate people in a fun and collaborative environment.

Creativity

Let your creativity shine! We lead with a “Best idea wins” mentality and work together to bring our ideas to life.

Rewards

Empower your career with growth opportunities, professional development support, and annual company performance bonuses.

Benefits

Work a flexible work week remotely, get OwlCrate products for free, and receive a comprehensive benefits package (location dependent).

Applications are closed!

OwlCrate serves a global community and we need a diverse team to do that successfully. We encourage everyone to apply!