Listen "Driven to Design"
Episode Synopsis
Don’t judge a book by its cover—unless it’s really well-designed. The first step through any book is usually the cover, and cover design can set the tone for a book, playing a crucial role in shaping the reader’s experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned designer, an aspiring designer carving your niche, or a lover of literature curious about the creative process behind your favorite books, this program will explore the balance between creativity and commercial appeal.
Join us as we speak to different designers in book publishing, spanning from adult fiction, YA, to juvenile fiction, about their design journey and what drives them in their approach.
Featuring:
Elizabeth Parisi, VP, Creative Director at Scholastic Inc.
Albert Tang, VP, Creative Director at Hachette Book Group/Grand Central Publishing
Taewon Yu, Design Manager at Macmillan/Odd Dot
Moderated by: Laura Levatino, Interior Designer at Simon & Schuster
Whether you’re a seasoned designer, an aspiring designer carving your niche, or a lover of literature curious about the creative process behind your favorite books, this program will explore the balance between creativity and commercial appeal.
Join us as we speak to different designers in book publishing, spanning from adult fiction, YA, to juvenile fiction, about their design journey and what drives them in their approach.
Featuring:
Elizabeth Parisi, VP, Creative Director at Scholastic Inc.
Albert Tang, VP, Creative Director at Hachette Book Group/Grand Central Publishing
Taewon Yu, Design Manager at Macmillan/Odd Dot
Moderated by: Laura Levatino, Interior Designer at Simon & Schuster
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