Open Road Integrated Media

Curates and distributes daily ebook deals

Production Editor - Print

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Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$58k - $60k

About the Job

Requirements

Two to three years of print book production experience, ideally in a trade publishing environment.
Ability to manage multiple titles simultaneously within defined workflows and take clear direction from senior production editorial staff on project priorities.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
Experience working in production environments where ebook files serve as the source for print files.
Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement with a minimum of one day per week in the New York City office.

Responsibilities

Support the Re-Discovery Literature program, which gives out-of-print and rights-reverted titles new life.
Manage backlist print repackages of straightforward fiction titles through the complete print production cycle, including source file evaluation, text cleanup, templated typesetting, cover file coordination, pass reviews and corrections, final confirming review, and delivery of a packaged InDesign file and print-ready PDF.
Own the production schedule for the print stage of each assigned title and proactively communicate with the supervising Senior Production Editor and Production Editorial colleagues managing the ebook editions.

Desired Qualifications

POD experience is a strong plus.
Proficiency with Adobe InDesign and Acrobat.
Two to three in-office days per week are preferred.

Summary
Open Road Integrated Media is a digital-first book publisher and digital marketing company with a growing print program. We're seeking a Production Editor, Print, with 2-3 years of solid print book production experience to join our production team.

This is a terrific opportunity for an experienced Associate Production Editor or Production Editor to build and expand on print production expertise at a growth-oriented publisher.

Essential Functions
This role supports our Re-Discovery Literature program, a well-established initiative to give out-of-print and rights-reverted titles new life.

This role will work on straightforward fiction titles—genre fiction, literary fiction, and similar; will manage backlist print repackages through a complete print production cycle: source file evaluation, text cleanup, templated typesetting, cover file coordination, pass reviews and corrections, and final confirming review through to a packaged InDesign file and print-ready PDF; will own the production schedule for the print stage of each assigned title, with proactive communication to the supervising Senior Production Editor and Production Editorial colleagues who are managing the ebook editions for the same titles.

Requirements

A love of books.
2-3 years of print book production experience, ideally in a trade publishing environment.
Ability to manage multiple titles simultaneously within defined workflows and take clear direction from senior production editorial staff on project priorities.
Excellent communication and organizational habits, with a proactive approach to schedule management and documentation.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
POD experience is a strong plus, as is proficiency with Adobe InDesign and Acrobat.
Experience working in production environments where ebook files serve as the source for print files.
This is a hybrid role with a required minimum of one day per week in our New York City office. Two to three in-office days per week are preferred.

Compensation
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range will be $58,000.00 – $60,000.00.

About the Company

Open Road Integrated Media

Curates and distributes daily ebook deals

Open Road Integrated Media curates and distributes ebook deals through daily newsletters, attracting avid readers with discounted and free titles across genres like true crime, science fiction, fantasy, humor, cooking, and entertainment. Its main product is a newsletter that highlights ebook deals and free titles, with additional newsletters such as The Reader that offer recommendations and giveaways. The company monetizes these newsletters through affiliate marketing and partnerships with authors and publishers, directing readers to purchase or download ebooks. Its approach leverages an extensive catalog of bestselling books to engage subscribers and sustain revenue from partner relationships. Open Road’s goal is to grow a large, engaged subscriber base and drive traffic and sales to its partners by providing affordable, diverse reading options.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: 2009

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