Digital Production Associate - Digital Product Development & Operations Group (O
Penguin Random House, New York, NY, United States
We have an opening for a full‑time Digital Production Associate at Penguin Random House. This position is part of the Digital Services Team within the corporate Digital Product Development & Operations group.
In this role you will primarily be working on proofing and reviewing accessibility components in ebooks for Penguin Random House Publisher Services clients. You will also assist with converting print files into ebooks for a variety of types of books, routing these files for review and making any necessary adjustments. You may also help with other project work as the team helps our clients update their backlist files.
It is a great opportunity to use your copyediting and proofreading skills, to learn about ebook production and formatting, and to be a part of a close‑knit team working in a rapidly changing, deadline‑driven environment. This role includes both independent and collaborative assignments, with room for skill acquisition and growth.
Responsibilities
Work with the Accessibility team to make routine manual accessibility improvements to initials and update, including editing and proofing image descriptions.
Prepare print production files for third‑party vendor conversion, perform first‑round quality control of the completed ebook, and manage any subsequent vendor reworks.
Update ebook files at client request.
Troubleshoot and relay quality issues from market to clients.
Route assets through full production cycle (conversion, quality review/approval, and distribution) according to schedule.
Maintain title‑level database records, updating them with project status, complexity, workflow selection, and additional info.
Participate in discussions within internal and external teams as we work to improve our production and accessibility processes and the digital reading experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Copyediting and/or proofreading skills.
Experience with HTML, CSS, and HTML editing software.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to track multiple projects traveling on different schedules simultaneously.
Ability to manage time effectively amid changing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to ask questions and raise issues.
Strong sense of teamwork.
Proficiency in MS Office applications.
Proficiency in Mac OS.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in customer service driven environments.
Experience with creating and/or editing EPUB files.
Experience with FileMaker Pro (or other database software).
The position is open to remote candidates based in the United States who are able to work on Eastern Time. The Penguin Random House national headquarters is located in New York City.
The salary or salary range for this position is $56,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.
Applications for this role will be accepted through March 21 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Full‑time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits includes medical/prescription drug insurance, dental, vision, health care/dependent care flexible spending account, health savings account, pre‑tax and Roth 401(k), short and long‑term disability insurance, life/AD&D insurance, commuter benefits, student loan repayment program, educational assistance, and generous paid time off.
Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints includes Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.
Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company:
Penguin Random House LLC
| Job ID:
287357
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In this role you will primarily be working on proofing and reviewing accessibility components in ebooks for Penguin Random House Publisher Services clients. You will also assist with converting print files into ebooks for a variety of types of books, routing these files for review and making any necessary adjustments. You may also help with other project work as the team helps our clients update their backlist files.
It is a great opportunity to use your copyediting and proofreading skills, to learn about ebook production and formatting, and to be a part of a close‑knit team working in a rapidly changing, deadline‑driven environment. This role includes both independent and collaborative assignments, with room for skill acquisition and growth.
Responsibilities
Work with the Accessibility team to make routine manual accessibility improvements to initials and update, including editing and proofing image descriptions.
Prepare print production files for third‑party vendor conversion, perform first‑round quality control of the completed ebook, and manage any subsequent vendor reworks.
Update ebook files at client request.
Troubleshoot and relay quality issues from market to clients.
Route assets through full production cycle (conversion, quality review/approval, and distribution) according to schedule.
Maintain title‑level database records, updating them with project status, complexity, workflow selection, and additional info.
Participate in discussions within internal and external teams as we work to improve our production and accessibility processes and the digital reading experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Copyediting and/or proofreading skills.
Experience with HTML, CSS, and HTML editing software.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to track multiple projects traveling on different schedules simultaneously.
Ability to manage time effectively amid changing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to ask questions and raise issues.
Strong sense of teamwork.
Proficiency in MS Office applications.
Proficiency in Mac OS.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in customer service driven environments.
Experience with creating and/or editing EPUB files.
Experience with FileMaker Pro (or other database software).
The position is open to remote candidates based in the United States who are able to work on Eastern Time. The Penguin Random House national headquarters is located in New York City.
The salary or salary range for this position is $56,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.
Applications for this role will be accepted through March 21 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Full‑time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits includes medical/prescription drug insurance, dental, vision, health care/dependent care flexible spending account, health savings account, pre‑tax and Roth 401(k), short and long‑term disability insurance, life/AD&D insurance, commuter benefits, student loan repayment program, educational assistance, and generous paid time off.
Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints includes Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.
Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company:
Penguin Random House LLC
| Job ID:
287357
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