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| Title: | Production Coordinator, Reprints |
| Description: | Candlewick Press, a leading publisher of books for children located in Somerville, MA, seeks a motivated print production professional to join our talented team in the role of Production Coordinator, Reprints. This role handles the production of reprints of Candlewick-originated backlist picture book titles and Candlewick versions of Walker-originated picture book titles.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: o Working closely with the Senior Production Manager, Reprints, the Finance department and the Inventory management team, the Production Coordinator will attend weekly reprint meetings, maintain our reprint schedule report, and keep accurate records of books ordered and received. o Liaise with our London office to traffic and oversee reprint production of Candlewick backlist titles as applicable. o Work diligently to achieve expectations regarding margin performance and identify areas of cost savings. o Prepare estimates, print instructions, purchase orders, shipping instructions, and shipping orders through company database. o Enter invoice instructions into company database for reprints after books are shipped. o Expediently review invoices, resolve any discrepancies, and approve for payment. |
| Requirements: | o A minimum of 2 years book production and print buying experience in a juvenile publishing environment with both 1-color and 4-color experience strongly preferred.
o Proven experience with a history of success in effectively scheduling, trafficking and managing a list of titles. o Must be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills o Able to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and efficiently and deal with issues diplomatically and tactfully. This is a full-time position based in our Somerville, MA office (hybrid work arrangements are available for eligible roles). Starting salary from $44,000. Salary may vary based on a variety of factors including skills and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including medical, dental, life and disability insurance coverage; flex spending and 401k plans, voluntary benefits, generous paid time off and much more! |
| Company: | CANDLEWICK PRESS |
| Location: | Somerville, MA |
| How To Apply For This Job: | If you wish to be considered for this opportunity, please forward a cover letter and resume to careers@candlewick.com. |
| Date Posted: | 5/22/2023 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
