Production Editor
Taylor & Francis Group is a leading academic publishing company that produces high-quality, peer-reviewed books and journals. They are seeking an entry-level Production Editor to manage a diverse list of academic journals, overseeing the production process from manuscript acceptance to publication while ensuring optimized workflows and excellent customer service.
Responsibilities
- Guide content through the entire production journey—from initial acceptance all the way to online and print publication
- Regularly monitor your portfolio of titles, ensuring that they run on optimized workflows and meet department publication metrics
- Oversee a group of assigned vendor-managed journals, which includes monitoring journal health, publication schedules, and providing support and guidance to the vendor project managers
- Deliver excellent customer service to all stakeholders, both internal and external
- Communicate effectively with authors, Editors-in-Chief, and various internal departments
- Assist and lead on local and global department projects as required
Skills
- Professional, relevant, or relatable experience
- Excellent organization skills and confidence in completing multiple tasks to deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, oral and written
- A strong command of English grammar and academic styles
- Ability to successfully thrive in a fast, process-driven workflow
- Experience working in a customer-facing role
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office software, content management, and/or customer relationship management systems
- Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented, accurate, and a problem-solver
- Adaptability and grace under pressure
Benefits
- An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture
- Paid sick time
- 15 days annual leave per year plus an extra day off for your birthday
- 3 additional discretionary days for the holiday season at the end of the year
- Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits
- 4 volunteer days per year
- 401(k) + employer match
- Seasonal social and charitable events
- Continuous training and development
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