Associate Production Editor

Description:

Hachette Book Group is seeking an associate production editor to support its Orbit and Redhook imprints. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and self-directed and capable of working with minimal oversight. The associate production editor will be a creative problem solver capable of managing a brisk workload with flexibility and an ability to roll with the punches. This position offers a terrific opportunity to help produce some of the most exciting and award-winning genre fiction in the market.

Responsibilities:

• Manages a workload mix of secondary formats, co-publications with our UK sister imprint, and a limited number of original manuscripts
• Manages all reprint corrections
• Performs ebook quality review
• Liaises with Editorial, Design, and Digital and Print Production regarding production schedules
• Applies for Cataloging-in-Publication data from the Library of Congress
• Completes electronic manuscript preparation, including style coding
• Hires freelance copyeditors and proofreaders
• Copyedits and proofreads jacket and cover materials from original copy through final proof
• Reviews copyediting, working in Microsoft Word to reconcile copyediting and author markup, and reviews all stages of manuscripts, text proofs, and electronic blues

Requirements:

• 2-4 years relevant experience in trade publishing, preferably in a production editorial capacity
• Effective organizational skills and proven ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines
• Proven copyediting and proofreading skills and a familiarity with electronic workflow
• Working knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style
• Strong computer/MS Word skills, proficiency with Track Changes a must
• Knowledge of XML styling a plus
• This is a full-time on-site position. Applicants must be able to travel to the NYC office daily.

*Please note it is highly recommended that you include both a resume and a cover letter in your application.