Ebook Production Associate

Job Description

We have an opportunity for a full-time Ebook Production Associate at Penguin Random House. This role is part of the Penguin Ebook Production team,who work alongside other Adult Ebook teams within the corporate Ebook Development & Operations Group.

In this role you will convert print titles into ebooks using InDesign, HTML and CSS, and various proprietary tools; route files to review and make adjustments, and maintain them once they are in market. This opening is a great opportunity to learn about ebook production as part of a close-knit team working in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing environment. This role consists of independent work as well as collaboration, with room for growth and skill acquisition.

Responsibilities:
• Convert print files into ebooks using in-house process with instructions from publishing division
• Prepare print files for delivery to third-party vendor for conversion according to current specifications and perform initial quality review of completed ebook
• Update ebook files in response to quality issues in market or divisional request
• Traffic initial conversions and updates through review and distribution, including corrections passes
• Maintain database records with ebook production status
• Serve as communication point person for assigned divisional imprints
• Collaborate in discussions within your production team and across teams as we work to improve our processes and the digital reading experience
• Provide feedback for improvements to in-house tools

Requirements:
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign
• Proficiency in Mac OS and iOS use
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Strong organizational ability
• Capacity to manage time effectively amid changing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong sense of teamwork
• Willingness to ask questions and raise issues

Preferred Skills:
• Experience in digital publishing or interior book design
• Experience with HTML editing software, EPUB, HTML, and CSS
• Experience with other Adobe Suite programs
• Experience with File Maker Pro/database software

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rev272-3-133-144-217-42 in your application.