Senior Managing Editor, Square Enix (Open to Remote)

Penguin Random House • New York, NY

20d • Remote

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed