Assistant Production Editor

American Mathematical Society•Providence, RI

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Production Editor has primary responsibility for coordinating print and/or electronic publications from receipt of manuscript through post-production. This includes, among other tasks, assessing the material, proofing, and checking copy, working with electronic files, electronic posting, quality control, and project management. The Assistant Production Editor initiates activity to head off and solve problems and to avoid delays and keeps management apprised of these issues. They are responsible and accountable for completing each project within budget and on schedule while maintaining the required level of quality. Assistant Production Editors at the AMS are expected to handle both book and journal manuscripts and, at times, special publications or other projects as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of related experience.
1-3 years of publishing, editorial or related field.
Excellent command of English language, grammar, and usage.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work with a diverse group of people both inside and outside of the AMS.
Ability to manage multiple projects under deadline pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
General knowledge of scholarly publishing both in print and on the Web.
Working knowledge of Adobe Suite.
Must possess ability to work under pressure at various times of the year.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style or comparable editorial style manual preferred.
Working knowledge of LaTeX a plus.
Familiar with high-level mathematical material for print and online publication a plus.

Responsibilities

Proofread, copyedit, and/or check book and journal material for adherence to quality standards, following the guidelines set for each project.
Work in desktop publishing programs.
Work with Production databases and with AMS-specific technical systems while handling projects.
Prepare digital files for the printer.
Work within established directory structures, file formats, database applications as well as MS Office, email, and web browsers.
Work to complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget; and notify appropriate staff responsible for the project of foreseeable delays and/or budget overruns.
Work with other Production Editors and supervisors to resolve problems as they arise, in a timely and efficient manner.
Maintain accuracy and completeness of tracking systems and databases.
Communicate with other Production Editors regarding assigned tasks.
Perform quality control checks throughout the production process and communicate this information to the Production Editor of the project.
Contribute information toward status reports, help prepare cost sheets, order CIP data, follow up on permissions issues, and perform other administrative tasks as required.
Participate in and complete training programs as directed.
Keep abreast of publishing trends outside the AMS.
Perform other or similar related duties as requested or assigned.

Benefits

Hybrid work policy and excellent work-life balance
9.5% contribution to employees’ 403a (Requires a minimum 2% employee contribution to 403b)
$2,000-$4,000 annual contribution into employees’ personal HSA accounts
12 paid holidays
Paid time off starting at 21 days/ year
100% employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
$500 Computing benefit to be used for set up of home office (for applicable roles)
Tuition Reimbursement
Opportunities for professional and personal growth
Commitment to diversity, inclusion and a welcoming environment
Many social activities to connect with your co-workers and give back to the community