Production Intern

Unitarian Universalist Assoc of Congregations.•Boston, MA

5d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Beacon Press Internships for People of Color program seeks to increase diversity and inclusiveness in the book publishing industry. The Beacon Press Production Department seeks a candidate with a multimedia background who desires firsthand experience working in book and audio production. This internship provides an opportunity to learn about the book production process from the copyediting, design, and typesetting stages to the bound book. Audiobook duties will include attending webinars, listening to auditions, and preparing audio files for use by our marketing department. We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude, an attention to detail, and a love for books in all formats. Beacon Press is owned and operated under the auspices of the Unitarian Universalist Association and is an equal opportunity employer. Beacon Press values a diverse workforce; people with disabilities, people of color, and those who identify as LGBTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply. In alignment with our commitments to science and equity while protecting those who are most vulnerable, proof of a full-course vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement of employment. Medical exemptions are considered upon recommendation from a provider.

Requirements

Multimedia background
Desire for firsthand experience working in book and audio production
Can-do attitude
Attention to detail
Love for books in all formats
Available to work in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Proof of a full-course vaccination against COVID-19 (medical exemptions considered)

Responsibilities

Proofreading (including but not limited to page proofs, marketing pieces, and e-books)
Filing
Reviewing copyedits
Data entry
Preparing packages for vendors
Assisting with the digital archive
Other special projects
Attending webinars
Listening to auditions
Preparing audio files for use by our marketing department