Assistant Production Editor (Toronto Hybrid)

HarperCollins Publishers • Toronto, ON

40d • $48,000 - $51,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

HarperCollins is currently seeking an Assistant Production Editor in the Harlequin imprint group to assist in the production editorial process on a wide variety of titles, both fiction and nonfiction, representing a broad and diverse collection of voices, cultures, and perspectives.

Requirements

• At least 1 year prior publishing experience, preferably in trade book production editorial or managing editorial.
• Works comfortably with basic computer programs, including Tracked Changes in Word and the commenting tools in Adobe Acrobat.
• Solid copyediting and proofreading skills; knowledge of industry standards, including the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to set priorities under pressure.
• Comfortable working within a digital workflow system.
• Clear, conscientious, and collaborative communication skills, both verbal and written.
• College degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• With support, the Assistant Production Editor assumes production editorial tasks for original manuscripts based on skill level.
• Styles manuscripts using Microsoft Word and Harper’s proprietary software, for copyediting, design, and composition.
• Hires freelancers, including copy editors and indexers, and oversees their work.
• Collates, proofreads, and slugs in Adobe Acrobat all stages of proofs and PDFs, for interiors.
• Coordinates with editors, designers, managing editors, and production managers to communicate project parameters and assure that key milestones are met.
• Tracks multiple projects while maintaining high standards of quality control and meeting strict deadlines, often under tight production schedules.
• Marks up pdfs for audio recordings.
• Attends and contributes to online department meetings.
• Provides backup for department as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level