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| Title: | Bilingual English-Chinese Production Editor |
| Description: | Leading educational publisher of Asian language and cultural studies materials for K-12 and higher ed markets seeks an experienced bilingual English-Chinese production editor to handle various aspects of editorial production, including to:
• coordinate projects between Editorial and typesetting vendors, freelance designers, and illustrators, internal editorial and marketing teams throughout the production process, from manuscript delivery to final files to the printer and/or digital vendors • check page proofs for design inconsistencies throughout the production cycle; investigate and solve problems as needed • communicate changes in schedule, template, and process to vendors, keeping them updated on all details of project • design or update pages as necessary using InDesign and following established design of book • conduct photo research and download/optimize and track photos for use • assist with design work for Marketing and create collateral such as flyers, web ads, and email templates • load documents to companion websites and adjust companion website templates as needed • post new content to company website • help in proofreading, cold reads, and style tagging when requested • register ISBNs and request CIP data; keep a master list of assigned ISBNS and communicate lists across departments • input content to online learning platforms • coordinate the manufacturing of front and backlist titles, including issuing purchase orders and scheduling projects with printers • maintain and update all pertinent files and databases • learn the basics of company products and policies through customer service training • perform other duties as needed and requested Salary commensurate with experience. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer 401K plan, health, dental, life, and disability insurance. |
| Requirements: | • Minimum three years’ experience in production of print book publishing
• Solid facility using Adobe InDesign required • Bilingual English-Chinese skills for proofreading and light editing • Solid working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, conventional and electronic prepress, book and component printing, and publishing procedures • Familiarity with XML, HTML, CSS, ePub, H5P, and emerging digital learning technologies highly desirable • Detail-oriented, self-directed, highly organized, and thorough • Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and priorities with excellent time management skills • Demonstrated skills in editorial, copyediting, and proofreading work with knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style and electronic proofreading workflow in Adobe Acrobat • Foreign language teaching experience and/or strong interest in developing high-quality Asian language and culture educational materials a plus |
| Company: | CHENG & TSUI COMPANY |
| How To Apply For This Job: | Please email résumé and cover letter with details on how your skills and experience mesh with the duties listed above to careers@cheng-tsui.com. Include Production Editor in the subject line. |
| Date Posted: | 12/16/2019 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
