Job Description

The Hachette Book Group is seeking an Associate Production Editor for its Workman imprints to oversee books and calendars in our collaborative, team-oriented environment. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of illustrated adult and children’s nonfiction published with the intent to improve lives and last over time.   

 

Responsibilities  

• Manage a mix of 20-25 original adult and children’s books and calendars per year from manuscript through final files 
• Manage reprint corrections for adult and children’s books 
• Hire and supervise freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers 
• Code and prepare manuscripts for typesetting and design 
• Manage routing of all stages of manuscripts and proofs, and collate and review corrections and queries throughout the production process
• Copyedit, proofread, and route jacket and cover materials from original copy through final proof 
• Participate in relevant department and interdepartmental meetings 
• Work closely with various in-house departments including editorial, production, and design to ensure all deadlines are met 

 

Qualifications  

• At least 1-2 years relevant work experience, preferably in trade publishing; experience with illustrated books a plus  
• Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style  
• Proficiency with MS Word and Adobe Acrobat PDF markup tools; knowledge of electronic manuscript styling a plus 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills 
• Must be detail- and accuracy-oriented and able to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining high standards of quality 
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Awareness of current trends in language and evolving industry standardsa plus
• Calendar experience a plus 
• Fluency in Spanish a plus 

This is a hybrid position based in New York City. However, remote candidates will be considered.

 As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.   

 
Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.   

 
The compensation for this position is $53,000-$55,000. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location — talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.  

The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.   
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