The Knopf Doubleday Production Editorial department is seeking a senior production editor who will handle editorial production on a wide range of books, including fiction (literary and commercial), poetry, nonfiction with complicated elements, with an emphasis on cookbooks, and graphic novels from manuscript through final PDF approval. Technical proficiency in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat is required. 

 

Specific responsibilities include: 

Responsible for 25–30 original titles per year, plus paperback editions of previously published hardcovers  Hires and supervises freelance copy editors, proofreaders, and indexers, and reviews their work  Adheres to production schedule for each project and communicates with managing editorial, editorial, design, and production departments to troubleshoot and resolve problems that arise  Copyedits and proofreads jacket and galley materials  Collates and reviews author and proofreader corrections  Electronically codes manuscripts for design elements and typesetting  Works on all stages of proof electronically in Adobe Acrobat  Able to work on books with accelerated schedules 

 

Please apply if you meet the following requirements 

Five or more years’ experience as a production editor in an adult trade book publishing environment  Cookbook experience particularly desired  Detail-oriented, organized, flexible, and able to work independently  Excellent copy editing and proofreading skills  Excellent grasp of grammar and punctuation, including familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style  Familiarity with electronic copyediting using Track Changes in Microsoft Word and with Adobe Acrobat PDF markup tools  Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other departments  Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects at once  Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines 

 

The PRH office is located in New York, NY. The position is open to remote candidates. 

 

The salary for this position is $73,500. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.       

 

Please apply by February 20th using our online application process, and please include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.   

 

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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.

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Company: Penguin Random House LLC 

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 277357