Senior Managing Editor, Square Enix (Open to Remote)

Penguin Random HouseNew York, NY
20dRemote

About The Position

Penguin Random House Publishing Services is seeking a Senior Managing Editor to join our team servicing our client Square Enix, home to award-winning and bestselling series such as My Dress-Up Darling and Soul Eater, and the Final Fantasy franchise. The successful candidate will have exceptional project management skills, including the ability to keep a score of titles at various stages of the editorial process organized and in motion, and a strong communication toolbox to ensure editors and freelancers achieve production schedule milestones.

Requirements

  • At least 7 years of managing editorial experience or project management experience in publishing
  • Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to build relationships with a professional demeanor, be a reliable point of contact, and manage the tasks of others
  • Proficiency at Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with FileMaker, SAP, InDesign and/or other publishing project management software preferred
  • Passion for manga/anime, comics, and/or Japanese culture is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Drafts, tracks, and manages seasonal publishing schedules.
  • Sets and enforces editorial production deadlines, working closely with both in-house staff and freelancers.
  • Enters and maintains key metadata for all titles in PRH databases and runs weekly production meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.
  • Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.
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