Assistant Production Editor, Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
2 months ago
Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Production Editor will work closely with the production editorial team, help with paperback conversions, and assist in handling a variety of titles, including some original titles, from manuscript to bound book.
Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, enthusiastic about publishing, and curious about the variety of books published by KDPG. We are looking for a detail-oriented, meticulous self-starter who loves books and is invested in the process of bringing them to a wide readership, has strong writing and analytical skills, communicates clearly, is comfortable asking for help when needed, and wants to be an active participant on a collaborative team. If you can handle the details of immediately urgent tasks but also remember to step back, consider the big picture, and adjust your strategy when needed, you'll assume greater responsibilities over time.
The Role:
- Copyedit setting text of cover/jacket copy using Track Changes in Microsoft Word and review design covers and jackets as backup for the production editorial department.
- Prepare manuscripts for Design by styling text in Microsoft Word according to a PRH template and house guidelines.
- Assist in late-stage passes of book interiors, including slugging corrections.
- Production edit paperback conversions, including copyediting and proofreading new material.
- Assist in checking ebook conversions.
The Essentials:
- Strong copyediting/proofreading/fact-checking skills; completion of a copyediting course a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, including Track Changes; familiarity with Adobe Acrobat a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated team player with good critical thinking skills
- Familiarity with the Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary and Chicago Manual of Style
- Familiarity with current issues surrounding the use of inclusive language is a plus
- One year's experience in publishing or a related field strongly preferred
The salary for this position is $53,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. Please include a cover letter with your resume and please apply by 11:59 pm EST on July 22, 2024.
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
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: 272292
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