Bertelsmann

Book Production Assistant, Random House (Open to Remote)


PayCompetitive
LocationNew York/New York
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 263458
      Employer is seeking a highly motivated Book Production Assistant to join our team. As a leader in the publishing industry, Employer offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can make a significant impact. If you are passionate about books and are eager to contribute to the production process, we invite you to apply.

      Responsibilities:

      - Archive and retrieve digital assets, and transmit materials for e-book production.
      - Manage promotional materials, including coordinating schedules, estimating costs, creating covers, purchasing, tracking materials, and reviewing invoices.
      - Update data in our databases and compile and distribute various reports.
      - Provide general administrative support to the Production team, including attending department meetings, recording and posting meeting notes, sending packages, and watermarking PDF files for internal distribution.
      - Learn how to produce paperback books with training.

      Requirements:

      - Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and schedule tasks.
      - Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
      - Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
      - Problem-solving skills and ability to propose solutions.
      - Strong written and verbal communication skills.
      - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
      - Interest in expanding skills through available training in Adobe Creative Suite.
      - Basic math skills.
      - Experience in book production is a plus, but not required.

      Additional Information:

      - The salary for this position is $48,000.
      - Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.
      - Penguin Random House is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in employment.
  • About the company

      Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company that operates in about 50 countries around the world. It includes the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato, the Bertelsmann Printing Group, the Bertelsmann Education Group and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds.