[Hiring] Editorial Production Manager @Council on Social Work Education

Role Description

The Editorial Production Manager at CSWE will have the opportunity to formalize, operationalize, and manage the editorial, production, and design processes for CSWE Press and publications, including:

• Books
• Reports
• White papers
• Digital publications
• Other resources that help to advance excellence in social work education

This position has direct influence on ensuring that our organization is seen as a thought leader, trusted partner, and resource for social work educators and students. This position reports to the Director of Publications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage copyediting, design, proofreading, indexing, eBook conversion, and other production services for all CSWE Press books and publications.
• Create and manage production calendar, and ensure publications stay on schedule.
• Identify, select, and manage freelance editors, proofreaders, indexers, and designers for all books and other CSWE publications.
• Prepare and transmit files to printer and review printers’ proofs for new books and for reprints.
• Manage the production of eBook files.
• Edit and proofread book and publication manuscripts, including copyediting, page proofs, printers’ proofs, and light developmental editing (if appropriate), using APA style.
• Provide additional editorial support for other CSWE written communications, as needed.
• Support the CSWE Press Bookstore at annual conference, including recommending inventory selection and staffing.
• In conjunction with the Director, represent the Press at appropriate external meetings, conferences, and events to increase the visibility of CSWE publications. Support planning and staffing booth.
• Independently identify and resolve production challenges, establish project priorities, and coordinate resources to ensure the timely completion of assigned publications.
• Develop, document, implement, and continuously improve editorial production workflows, quality-control procedures, and publication standards to support consistent and timely publication of CSWE materials.

Qualifications

• An individual with a BS in Communications, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ editorial and production leadership experience in scholarly, academic, and professional book publishing, or related knowledge-based publishing.
• Work in the Non-Profit or Academia space preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build relationships.
• Proficiency with the use and application of style required; expert knowledge of the Publications Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th edition preferred.
• Proven project management skills, including building and managing production calendars, extensive experience contracting with and managing freelancers, and a history of respecting and managing to deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and publications stakeholders.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office and related publishing and office software.
• Experience and comfort with conference planning and staffing preferred.
• Demonstrated skill in understanding cultural differences, as well as a commitment to antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• This position is primarily sedentary and is performed in an office setting.
• Position requires the ability to communicate effectively and the ability to use computers, telephones, and other office equipment.
• Periodic out-of-town travel is also required.
• May be required to use computer screen for extensive periods of time.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary: $80,000-$85,000, depending on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; life/AD&D insurance; STD/LTD; FSA; 403(b) & more!
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities*
• Company-sponsored events and conferences*
• Telework opportunities available!

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