Production Assistant

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PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (POD/ARCHIVE/REPRINTS), MIT Press, to coordinate the placement of backlist titles into a print-on-demand platform (POD), archive final files for MITP frontlist titles, and assist on various reprints.  Responsibilities include preparing backlist titles for inclusion in MITP’s print-on-demand program by reviewing files and working with a POD partner to ensure file accuracy and printability; creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets with POD metadata; downloading archive files from via FTP and uploading and organizing assets into a content management system; preparing cost estimates, updating P&Ls, routing and tracking proofs, and managing reprint schedules for backlist books as needed; processing invoices from vendors and preparing purchase orders for new vendors; and performing additional tasks or working on projects as needed.  

Job Requirements

REQUIRED:  high school diploma or its equivalent; at least three years of experience; excellent organizational and written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment and work independently and collaboratively within a team; meticulous attention to detail; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, FileMaker Pro, and Adobe Acrobat and Filemaker; basic grammar, spelling, and math competence.  PREFERRED: associate’s/bachelor’s degree in a related field, experience in a book publishing environment, familiarity with InDesign, knowledge of book printing. Job #21499-4

This is a 35-hour/week, full-time position.

The MIT Press offers a hybrid work environment. This position can be fully remote, partially remote, or fully onsite.

6/29/22