Penguin Random House LLC is seeking a Book Production Editor to join its Corporate Bookmaking team. In this role, you will support the Random House Publishing Group and oversee a diverse range of titles—from original works to hardcover-to-paperback conversions—from manuscript to finished book.
What You'll Do
- Handle production editorial work for original titles (both 1-color and 4-color) and conversions across many genres and formats.
- Hire and manage freelance copy editors, proofreaders, and indexers, reviewing their work through all passes.
- Clear manuscripts post-copyediting and collate changes from authors, licensors, and freelancers in page proofs.
- Perform quality checks on ebook files.
- Copyedit jacket/cover copy and additional material, and proofread jackets, covers, and captions.
- Code and tag manuscripts in Microsoft Word for design and composition.
- Collaborate with production, design, and managing editorial departments to maintain book schedules.
What We're Looking For
- A minimum of 3 years experience as a trade-book production editor in house, within trade or educational publishing.
- Strong copyediting, proofreading, and organizational skills.
- Detailed familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style and facility with modern copyediting practices.
- Ability to manage a diverse set of responsibilities efficiently, set deadlines, and meet them.
- Capable of rising to a challenge and comfortable asking for help when needed.
- Expertise with electronic copyediting using Microsoft Word.
- Experience with Adobe Acrobat PDF markup tools.
Nice to Have
- Experience working on 4-color books and familiarity with or interest in licensed publishing.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Word
- Adobe Acrobat PDF markup tools
Team & Environment
Reporting to the Director, you will work closely with the editorial, design, and production groups.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $66,500
- Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and 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
