Pearson
The Publishing Technology Specialist Limited Term Employee is responsible for creating InDesign materials that meet program-specific styles and requirements for print production. This role will include training on the various processes used throughout the creation and approval of these materials. The Publishing Technology Specialist is expected to produce quality outputs and complete tasks on time, which means overtime may be needed to meet critical deadlines.
Principal Activities
Publishing Processing:
Create InDesign materials using Pearson automation tools
Manually adjust layouts in InDesign to meet program-specific styles and requirements
Maintain accuracy during the materials creation process to ensure quality outputs and reduce production delays
Apply requested edits accurately and maintain alignment across material sets
Prepare files for print production
Help identify and escalate production issues during processing
Processing Time:
Process files in a timely manner to meet delivery dates
Communicate any delays or issues to the assigned Program Lead
Track work queues throughout the day and maintain contact with Program Lead regarding assignments and priorities
Collaboration:
Attend team meetings and program meetings as needed
Interact primarily with the assigned Program Lead for main workload and collaborate with the entire team to cover shifting priorities
Training:
Complete training on Publishing Technology Specialist processes and program styles/requirements
Complete training on JIRA to monitor and transition work through Publishing Workflows
Work independently and reference work instructions for general processing needs
Position expectations:
This is a 4-month position.
Regular business hours are expected (8 hours/day, 5 days/week, with a start time between 7 and 9am CST).
Manager approved overtime may be available, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet deadlines
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred
Proficient with InDesign, Acrobat, and Excel
Comfortable working on a Mac
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong skills for file delivery to print
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to communicate, in writing, precisely and effectively
Ability to handle a high volume of work with competing deadlines
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location.
The pay range for this role is $17.00/hour - $23.00/hour.
This position is not bonus eligible, and information on benefits offered is here.
Applications will be accepted through September 10, 2025. This window may be extended depending on business needs.
Who we are:
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Job:
Content Creation
Job Family:
LEARNING_&_CONTENT_DEVELOPMENT
Organization:
Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule:
FULL_TIME
Workplace Type:
Remote
Req ID:
20866
#location
Principal Activities
Publishing Processing:
Create InDesign materials using Pearson automation tools
Manually adjust layouts in InDesign to meet program-specific styles and requirements
Maintain accuracy during the materials creation process to ensure quality outputs and reduce production delays
Apply requested edits accurately and maintain alignment across material sets
Prepare files for print production
Help identify and escalate production issues during processing
Processing Time:
Process files in a timely manner to meet delivery dates
Communicate any delays or issues to the assigned Program Lead
Track work queues throughout the day and maintain contact with Program Lead regarding assignments and priorities
Collaboration:
Attend team meetings and program meetings as needed
Interact primarily with the assigned Program Lead for main workload and collaborate with the entire team to cover shifting priorities
Training:
Complete training on Publishing Technology Specialist processes and program styles/requirements
Complete training on JIRA to monitor and transition work through Publishing Workflows
Work independently and reference work instructions for general processing needs
Position expectations:
This is a 4-month position.
Regular business hours are expected (8 hours/day, 5 days/week, with a start time between 7 and 9am CST).
Manager approved overtime may be available, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet deadlines
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred
Proficient with InDesign, Acrobat, and Excel
Comfortable working on a Mac
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong skills for file delivery to print
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to communicate, in writing, precisely and effectively
Ability to handle a high volume of work with competing deadlines
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location.
The pay range for this role is $17.00/hour - $23.00/hour.
This position is not bonus eligible, and information on benefits offered is here.
Applications will be accepted through September 10, 2025. This window may be extended depending on business needs.
Who we are:
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Job:
Content Creation
Job Family:
LEARNING_&_CONTENT_DEVELOPMENT
Organization:
Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule:
FULL_TIME
Workplace Type:
Remote
Req ID:
20866
#location