ASSOCIATE PRODUCTION EDITOR

THIS IS POSTION CAN BE HYBRID OR REMOTE IN NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS OR FULLY REMOTE IN THE FOLLOWING STATES ONLY: AZ, CT, NY, NJ, MD, MN, TN, TX, AND WI

Job Responsibilities

• Govern list of titles for assigned projects, shepherding books from manuscript to pages to final files
• Manage production timelines through all stages, hitting benchmark dates or projecting new benchmarks as needed
• Analyze manuscript and cover copy, ensuring content is complete, tagged and formatted to Sourcebooks style, according to project schedule
• Confirm final manuscript styling (ScML) and clean-up, including reviewing changes/comments by author/acquiring editor
• Obtain and manage freelance copyediting and proofreading services, communicating queries to authors and/or editors for resolution
• Evaluate quality of work provided by freelancers and provide timely feedback for improvement
• Work alongside editorial, production, and design to produce the best possible product, evaluating content and monitoring qualities that will improve assigned books
• Digitally route and check cover and internal pages, including printer proofs
• Work with editor and author to ensure all content is approved and of the utmost quality
• Complete final checks on all covers, internals, and additional materials for assigned titles

The Ideal Candidate will have:
• BS/BA in English, Writing, Communications, Business, or related major and 2+ years of experience in a related field
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic publishing environment without sacrificing quality for deadline
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The drive to build strong business relationships and be adaptable to various communication styles, situations, and personalities across all levels of the company, including senior management
• Flexibility to stay at the forefront of an ever-changing industry landscape
• Above all, a strong willingness to learn

Important Skills:
• Project Management experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, primarily Acrobat
• Familiarity with bookmaking conventions
• Experience with Chicago Manual of Style

Sourcebooks, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sourcebooks is a thriving entrepreneurial company that brings extraordinary authors to readers in the most dynamic, data-driven ways. We create books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we have been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are a company of enthusiastic booklovers passionate about connecting books to readers in new and innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 100 million lives. Join us as we change 100 million more.

Apply directly with resume and cover letter via below link:

https://sourcebooks.applytojob.com/apply/VA3qJ2wXmF/Associate-Production-Editor?source=Our%20Career%20Page%20Widget