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Scholastic · 1 week ago

Senior Production Editor

Scholastic Corporation is a leading publisher and distributor of children's books, dedicated to fostering literacy and learning. The Senior Production Editor plays a crucial leadership role in overseeing the production of graphic novels and manga titles, ensuring quality and managing processes for high-profile projects while supporting departmental initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Take leading role on high-level department initiatives such as: Evaluating, revising, and reinforcing best practices, including written documents, in-person meetings, and emailed correspondence; advising on pub plan and scheduling of titles; assessing and hiring freelancers; supervising department intern; assisting with designing and piloting IT or documentation initiatives
Manage book production for all editions of complex, high-profile graphic novels including: assigning and reviewing copyedits and proofreads of text, layouts, sketches, and final artwork; trafficking materials among editorial and design; maintaining style guides; and keeping all parties in sync with project schedule and deliverables
For high-profile or challenged titles, take the lead on planning and troubleshooting, which may include additional meetings and documentation with project group as needed
Create status reports and lead and/or participate in department and project team meetings; follow up on meeting results
Assist Associate Production Director with recruitment, interviews, and onboarding of staff and freelancers, and other sensitive tasks as needed

Qualification

Production editingCopyeditingProofreadingAdobe AcrobatQuality assuranceCommunication skillsProject management

Required

Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with multiple project stakeholders
Skills to prioritize company goals while maintaining high standards of quality and juggling multiple projects
Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills; strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Strong computer skills – MAC preferred -- including facility with advanced functions of Adobe Acrobat
At least 3 to 5 years as a production editor in children's publishing, graphic novel/comics publishing, or equivalent
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Benefits

Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
Generous Parental Leave Program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

Company

Scholastic

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Scholastic publishes and distributes children's books, connecting educators and families through accessibility, engagement, and expertise.

H1B Sponsorship

Scholastic has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (7)
2024 (6)
2023 (7)
2022 (15)
2021 (8)
2020 (10)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2015-04-24Acquired
1992-02-24IPO

Leadership Team

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Peter Warwick
President & Chief Executive Officer
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Haji Glover
Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President
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