Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Hachette Book Group
Job overview
The Senior Production Editor at Union Square & Co. manages 25-30 complex nonfiction titles annually, overseeing the production process from manuscript to bound book and ensuring high-quality publication.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing original titles and reprints, preparing manuscripts for design, supervising freelance editorial staff, reviewing corrections, copyediting and proofreading materials, collaborating with editorial, design, and manufacturing teams, and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $65,000-$70,000 with potential overtime, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have at least 5 years of production editorial experience, especially with cookbooks or illustrated books, strong copyediting and proofreading skills, proficiency with MS Word and Adobe Acrobat, knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and in teams.
Work environment and culture
The company values diversity and inclusion, promotes a collaborative and fast-paced work environment, and supports remote work options for this hybrid role based in New York City.
Company information
Hachette Book Group is a leading book publisher with a commitment to diverse voices and high-quality publishing programs, operating under the Grand Central Publishing umbrella.
Job location and travel
This hybrid position is based in New York City with remote candidates considered.
Application process
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter explaining their relevant skills and experience to apply.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by managing design-intensive, nonfiction titles including cookbooks and illustrated books, requiring detailed project management and collaboration across multiple departments.
Company overview
Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading U.S. trade publisher and a division of the third-largest trade and educational book publisher in the world, Hachette Livre. HBG publishes a wide range of genres including fiction, non-fiction, and children's books, making money primarily through book sales in both physical and digital formats. Founded in 1837, the company has a rich history of acquiring and merging with various publishing houses, expanding its portfolio and market reach.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience managing multiple complex, design-intensive nonfiction titles, especially cookbooks and illustrated books, emphasizing your ability to oversee projects from manuscript to bound book.
Showcase your expertise in copyediting, proofreading, and familiarity with tools like MS Word track changes and Adobe Acrobat for collating electronic markup, as these are critical for this role.
Apply through multiple platforms including Hachette Book Group's official careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards listing this position to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees in the Union Square & Co. or Grand Central Publishing divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting recent titles they published or asking about the team culture and project workflows.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'production editorial,' 'cookbooks,' 'copyediting,' 'Adobe Acrobat,' 'Chicago Manual of Style,' and 'deadline-driven environment' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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