The Crown Publishing Group, a dynamic and multifaceted division of Penguin Random House, is seeking an Associate Production Editor who will be responsible for working on a variety of trade and literary fiction, memoir, and narrative nonfiction, with the opportunity to production edit illustrated titles, including cookbooks, children’s books, and gift products, from manuscript to bound book. Must love books; be proactive; have excellent grammar, copyediting, and proofreading skills; and be able to produce high-quality books while adhering to tight deadlines. Prior experience with one-color nonfiction and fiction preferred. 

 

Specific responsibilities include:   

Production edit original one-color manuscripts, reissues, and paperback conversions, with the potential opportunity to production edit four-color manuscripts and gift products  Create and maintain schedules while juggling multiple projects  Hire freelance copy editors, proofreaders, and indexers, and evaluate and supervise their work  Prepare electronic manuscripts for design and typesetting  Collate author and proofreader corrections, using Adobe Acrobat, and check all stages of proofs through printer-ready PDFs  Copyedit and proofread indexes, jacket/cover copy, and other materials as necessary  Attend weekly status meeting for Crown one-color titles with Assistant Director of Production Editorial  Work closely with managing editors, editors, designers, and production managers to anticipate and solve problems  Maintain high quality and consistent style within each book project  Support colleagues with backup reads and coverage when needed 

 

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:  

Minimum 2 years’ prior experience as an assistant production editor at a trade publishing house highly desired; or 4 to 5 years’ similar or equivalent experience in managing editorial or editorial departments  Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills; completion of a copyediting and/or proofreading course a plus  Strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation; familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style, 17th and 18th editions  Strong interpersonal and communication skills  Detail- and accuracy-oriented; organized; able to set priorities and maintain a sense of humor and grace under pressure  Ability to meet deadlines while upholding high standards and managing multiple projects  Strong computer skills, including intermediate to advanced level of experience with Track Changes and electronic copyediting in MS Word; experience with Adobe Acrobat comments tools and with XML coding or Word Styles a plus  Flexible and adaptable to changing workflows and procedures  A learning mindset, with an eagerness to expand skills and knowledge of the bookmaking process 

 

The PRH office is located in New York, New York. This position is hybrid with a requirement to be in our NYC office at 1745 Broadway approximately three days per week. 

 

The salary for this position is $61,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.       

 

Please apply by February 27th using our online application process, and please include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.  

 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.<http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/>

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

 

Company: Penguin Random House LLC 

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 277541