Sounds True is seeking a Managing Editor in their Louisville location to coordinate the book production process from acquisition to bound book for 45+ titles per year, and to manage editorial operations. This role is responsible for maintaining and modifying the production schedules, routing book and galley material, and disseminating up-to-date information regarding schedules, on-sale dates, and pricing.
Do you want to work with a group of people striving to create a wiser and kinder world? Sounds True, a multimedia publisher specializing in transformational learning, was founded in 1985. We value being of service, a commitment to growth and transformation, exceptional teamwork and authentic connection, and being direct and kind.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and be a creative problem solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
Specific responsibilities include:
● Setting schedules for books, galleys, kits, and card decks, including drop-in products
● Establishing and maintaining product timelines in consultation with relevant departments
● Acting as production liaison across all departments involved with book production, including Art, Copy, Editorial, Production, Proofreading, eComm, and Dev
● Providing support to all departments throughout the book production process to ensure deadlines are met
● Managing editorial operations including the definition, maintenance, and documentation of processes (e.g. transmittal, art logs, permissions, citations)
● Conducting trainings and check-ins with editors on processes and deadlines as needed
● Reviewing all transmitted manuscripts to ensure deliverables and stipulations have been met
● Routing book materials including jacket copy, sample pages, roughs, and printer proofs
● Setting up and maintaining title records
● Coordinating the production of bound galleys and trade catalogs for Editorial, Marketing, Publicity, and Sales
● Working closely with the marketing department to ensure that metadata is ready to be released to accounts within the industry-desired time frame.
● Scheduling and running relevant seasonal meetings
● Conducting weekly production status meetings with appropriate teams
● Establishing and maintaining interdepartmental relationships to help achieve departmental and corporate goals
Candidate should have:
● Minimum of four years of publishing experience; experience in managing editorial, production, or production editorial a plus
● Excellent communication skills, including a strong ability to interact with employees across various departments
● Superb organizational and time management skills
● Outstanding ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
● Strong attention to detail
● Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
● Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; knowledge of Firebrand and/or Jira a plus
Sounds True is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal- opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We offer an excellent working environment and great benefits. To learn more about us, visit SoundsTrue.com. To apply, please send a letter of interest with your resume and salary requirements to HR@soundstrue.com.
Location: Louisville, 80027, United States
Job ID: 41640671
Posted: June 8, 2018
Position Title: Managing Editor
Company Name: Sounds True
Job Function: Editorial
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Duration: Indefinite
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