Job Description
Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at
Simon & Schuster is seeking a production manager for the Adult trade department. In this role, the production manager will oversee a diverse list of titles, including one-color and two-color hardcover originals and paperback conversions. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of book production while also working closely with multiple departments across Simon & Schuster. This is a short-term assignment, likely until the end of the year.
**Responsibilities include:**
· Entering and updating book specifications in our title management system
· Issuing purchase orders
· Coordinating closely with domestic and overseas component printers and binderies
· Enforcing production deadlines and keeping titles on schedule
· Reviewing book samples to ensure quality standards are met
**Requirements:**
· 5 years of book production experience
· Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
· Strong communication and organizational skills
· Excellent attention to detail
· Proficiency with Excel, Acrobat, OneDrive/SharePoint is a plus
Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice ( , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
**Job Details**
**Job Family** **Production Management - Publishing**
**Job Function** **Production**
**Pay Type** **Hourly**
**Hiring Min Rate** **35 USD**
**Hiring Max Rate** **35 USD**
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Temporary work, Overseas,
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