What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager/Special Projects Editor Temp, Union Square position at Hachette Book Group?
Union Square & Co. is seeking a highly organized, collaborative, and resourceful Project Manager/Special Projects Editor to join our team for a four-month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Publisher of UNSQ, and in conjunction with key members of Hachette’s Sales team, this Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the creation 5-10 new EANS and 10 reprints per year, with an emphasis on special markets/specialty products, backlist publishing formats, and exclusive editions.
On a day-to-day basis, this Project Manager/Special Projects Editor will oversee operations of a select special sales list, ensuring that content is delivered on time. They will play a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of quality, be highly responsive to emails, and have an affinity for problem-solving.
At Union Square & Co. our mission is to publish books and products with a point of view. We promote excellence in contemporary book publishing and honor the vision of our creators by providing best-in-class editorial and design paired with the highest quality production, sales, and marketing. Established in 2022, our inaugural list highlighted our dedication to talent-driven publishing for adults and children.
For consideration, please apply and include your cover letter and resume.
Term: Four-month fixed term contract
Rate: $28-$35/hour
Hours: 15-20 hrs/week
Reports to: Publisher
Title count: 5-10 frontlist EANS and 10 reprints per year, with an emphasis on special markets/specialty products, backlist publishing formats, and exclusive editions
The Role:
- Be the project manager and primary point of contact for overall scheduling, communication, administration, and production for a line of Retailer Exclusive variant projects and products, including select backlist publishing formats and Retailer Exclusive variant covers
- Meeting with external stakeholders, Sales, Design, Editorial, and other key in-house departments
- Creating a project calendar and managing information flow to keep all team members updated on work progress
- Work closely with production and design on branding, packaging, and general design
- Support the sales, marketing and metadata teams by helping provide metadata and assets as needed
- Perform other related projects or duties as assigned or required
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Exceptional attention to detail and superb time management skills
- Proven ability to multi-task, set priorities under pressure, and problem solve in a deadline-driven environment;
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and meet deadlines, take initiative, and problem-solve creatively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) a plus
Salary : $28 - $35
