Penguin Random House

Manager, Digital Workflow Development & Support (Open to Remote)

REMOTEPosted 25 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Penguin Random House

  • Job overview

    The Manager, Digital Workflow Development & Support at Penguin Random House leads the development and support of bookmaking workflows for print and ebook production, enhancing efficiency and user proficiency.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves advising and training users on bookmaking software like Adobe InDesign, troubleshooting technical issues, refining workflows, collaborating with editorial teams, supporting content management, and documenting processes.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a salary of $73,500 with eligibility for annual profit awards or bonuses, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), disability insurance, commuter benefits, student loan repayment, educational assistance, and generous paid time off.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have 5+ years of book publishing or related experience, expert-level Adobe InDesign skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and other Adobe apps, strong communication and troubleshooting skills; project management and technical skills like JavaScript and XML knowledge are preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    Penguin Random House values diversity and inclusion, fostering a creative and innovative environment with a focus on collaboration and user support.

  • Company information

    Penguin Random House is a leading global publishing house with nearly 300 brands and imprints, committed to quality and innovation in publishing across all genres and ages.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join a talented, established team focused on digital workflow development and support for book production.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in New York City but open to remote candidates within the US working primarily Eastern Time.

  • Application process

    Applicants must apply online by July 20th with a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.

  • Unique job features

    The role uniquely combines technical expertise with creative collaboration to improve book production workflows using industry-standard and proprietary tools.

Company overview

Penguin Random House is a leading global publishing company known for producing a wide range of books across various genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature. They generate revenue primarily through book sales, both physical and digital, as well as through subsidiary rights such as film adaptations and translations. Formed in 2013 through the merger of Penguin Group and Random House, the company boasts a rich history of publishing influential and bestselling authors. Their commitment to storytelling and innovation has solidified their position as a major player in the publishing industry.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to showcase your expert-level knowledge of Adobe InDesign and other Adobe Creative Suite applications like Acrobat, Bridge, Photoshop, and Illustrator, emphasizing your ability to support print and digital book production workflows.

  • Highlight your experience in troubleshooting technical issues within design and production workflows, along with your capacity to train and communicate complex technical information clearly to creative and non-technical teams.

  • Emphasize project management skills and familiarity with workflow tools such as Jira or ServiceNow, as well as any knowledge of scripting languages like JavaScript, ExtendScript, or GREP, and understanding of XML, HTML, and CSS related to ebook formatting.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Penguin Random House's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn job postings to maximize your visibility for this role.

  • Connect with professionals in Penguin Random House's Digital Workflow Development and Support team on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent workflow innovations they shared or expressing enthusiasm for how they integrate technology with book production workflows.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Adobe InDesign,' 'workflow development,' 'book production,' 'user training,' 'troubleshooting,' and 'project management' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.

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