Associate Production Editor

Job Summary

A company is looking for an Associate Production Editor to oversee the production of a portfolio of Adult titles, primarily focused on Adult Fiction.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee production from manuscript to final print files for 40 - 60 titles annually, coordinating with editorial, design, and external vendors
• Collaborate with editors, authors, and stakeholders to ensure manuscripts and pages are prepared, edited, and formatted to high standards
• Manage the quality assurance of all title-related material, ensuring adherence to style guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in publishing production or project management
• Strong understanding of the publishing process with a focus on editorial quality and deadline management
• Experience in managing the quality of printed and digital material
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and familiar with the Chicago Manual of Style
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Basecamp, Filemaker)