Assistant Production Editor
Core
Oversees production of approx. 55 Trade paperback reprint editions of chapter books, novels, and nonfiction, as well as boxed sets and collections of backlist titles annually.
Role type
Assistant Production Editor
Builds
Finished paperback books, boxed sets, and collections for children's and general trade markets
Domain
Publishing (Children's books, Trade paperbacks)
Required skills
copyediting, proofreading, grammar, spelling, punctuation, project scheduling, vendor management, Adobe Acrobat
Preferred skills
children's book experience, MAC proficiency
Responsibilities
Manage book production for conversion titles, boxed sets, and original titles; liaise with Editorial and Design on deliverables; assign and review copy edits and proofreads; traffic materials among vendors, Editorial, and Design; create status reports; lead or participate in project team meetings.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC