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Senior Graphic Designer

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 3 months ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Grupo Planeta

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What would we like to see on your CV?

  • Training in Graphic Design, Art Direction, or related disciplines.
  • At least 5 years of experience, preferably in editorial design or cultural projects.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
  • Intermediate or higher level of English.
  • A portfolio is essential.

You would be a good fit if you consider yourself a person with...

  • Conceptual ability, typographic judgment, and a keen attention to detail.
  • Autonomy, initiative, and ease of working in a team.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Be part of one of the most recognized editorial design teams in the industry.
  • Work on projects with national and international authors and for some of the most relevant Spanish-language publishing houses.
  • Permanent contract and full-time hours.
  • Opportunities for development through our training plans and internal talent programs.
  • Exclusive discounts and promotions (training, publishing houses, Casa del Libro, etc.).
  • A complete benefits package (flexible compensation, health insurance, transportation, etc.).

The role

From the Editorial division of Grupo Planeta, we are looking for a Senior Editorial Designer for our Art and Design department.

What do we do in the Art and Design department?

At Planeta Art & Design we create covers for some of the most recognized Spanish-language publishing houses. Our work has been recognized with several Laus Awards, and we share the same way of understanding design: curiosity, passion, and rigor for books.

What will your mission be?

You will mainly design covers for non-fiction books from imprints such as Planeta, Ariel, Crítica, and Península, accompanying each project from the initial idea through to production. In addition to design, you will take on art direction for those projects that require it, collaborating with illustrators, photographers, and other artists to find the best visual solution for each book.

What will your day-to-day look like?

  • Conceptualize and design covers.
  • Art direction, coordinating collaborations with illustrators, photographers, and other creatives.
  • Manage multiple publishing projects simultaneously, ensuring quality and meeting deadlines.
  • Create graphic materials to support the launch of titles.
  • Work alongside the Editorial, Marketing, Communications, and Production teams to bring each project to life.

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry
Media & Publishing
Founded
1949
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia
Website
planeta.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
  • The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
  • Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
  • The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
  • Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

We are Spain's leading editorial and communications group, family-owned, that leads a broad offering serving culture, education, information and audiovisual entertainment, with a presence in more than 20 countries, connecting with 25 million people every day. All Grupo Planeta professionals and companies share principles based on people, ethics, quality and excellence at work.

We invite you to get to know us!

Additional information

If you enjoy creating books that leave a mark and want to be part of a team where design plays a leading role, we would love to meet you.

Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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