Product Designer

Location: United States

Department: Product Development

Work Mode: Remote

About the Role

Impact the Moment: Do you want to impact educators and institutions around the globe? At McGraw Hill, our Product Designers create materials that inspire learners at all levels. We're seeking a Product Designer to help craft next-generation digital and print learning experiences for our K-5 ELA (English Language Arts) programs. Develop innovative solutions, brainstorm ideas, and translate high-level visions into compelling print and digital experiences. If you have a passion for learning, teaching, and engaging media design, join our team creating the future of education technology in a collaborative, innovation-driven culture. This is a remote, 12-month Project Status Worker (PSW) position open to U.S.-authorized applicants, with an end date of 01/30/2027 and possibility for renewal. You'll refine user flows using design thinking, create user-friendly visual designs, oversee projects autonomously, build scalable design systems, and collaborate via Figma on wireframes and prototypes. Champion accessibility, communicate rationale to stakeholders, and apply emerging trends to drive product innovation for K-5 learners. We're looking for a Bachelor's degree holder (or equivalent) with 1-2 years in visual design, proficiency in Figma and Adobe CC, WCAG knowledge, and a strong portfolio. Familiarity with Jira/Smartsheet, basic CSS/HTML, and Agile is a plus. The pay range is $55,000-$65,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits. At McGraw Hill, empower millions through edtech innovation—apply today!

Key Responsibilities

• Refine user flows and interactions using design thinking methodologies
• Create visually appealing, user-friendly digital and print visual designs aligned with product goals
• Oversee multiple projects autonomously, ensuring timely delivery within budget
• Build and maintain scalable design systems and style guides
• Facilitate vendor training and cross-functional collaboration
• Collaborate with teams using Figma to produce high-fidelity wireframes, mock-ups, and rapid prototypes
• Communicate design rationale effectively to stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Champion user experience and prioritize accessibility in all design decisions
• Stay informed on emerging print and digital design trends, applying them to enhance product innovation and strategy
• Develop innovative solutions for next-generation K-5 ELA digital and print learning experiences

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, digital design, human-centered design, or related field, or equivalent expertise
• 1–2 years of experience in visual design
• Experience creating wireframes and finished high-fidelity design concepts
• Strong portfolio showcasing visual design skills and design process expertise
• Understanding of WCAG web standards and digital accessibility
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Authorized to work for any employer within the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Agile principles and methodologies
• Familiarity with print design for educational materials
• Experience in K-5 ELA product design
• Background in education technology or learning design
• Proficiency in vendor training and cross-functional collaboration

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Figma
• Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with Jira, Smartsheet, Lucid, or similar tools
• Basic knowledge of CSS and HTML
• Design thinking methodologies
• Wireframing and high-fidelity prototyping
• User experience design
• Accessibility (WCAG standards)
• Visual design for print and digital
• Project management and autonomy
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Stakeholder communication
• Design system creation and maintenance
• Trend awareness in edtech design

Benefits

• Competitive pay range of $55,000 - $65,000 annually based on experience
• Full range of medical and other benefits depending on position
• Remote work flexibility across the United States
• Opportunity to impact educators and learners globally
• 12-month Project Status Worker role with possibility for renewal
• Empowerment to innovate in education technology
• Collaborative culture fostering design innovation
• Professional growth in a forward-thinking edtech environment

McGraw Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.