Assistant Production Editor, Entertainment

Hearst Communications, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company seeks an Assistant Production Editor to join their Entertainment Portfolio. This hybrid role involves collaborating with editors, generating flat plans, and ensuring workflow targets are met. Ideal candidates possess experience in a similar role, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in InDesign. Additional benefits include health support, pension schemes, and discounts across London, fostering a vibrant and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Health Cash Plan

Generous Workplace Pension

Office sample sales

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role on a consumer title.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong ability to prioritise multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist brand editors in creating and updating flat plans.
• Work with brand teams to meet print deadlines.
• Maintain and update brand's style guides.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Calm under pressure

Tools

InDesign

Content management systems

Job description

Assistant Production Editor, Entertainment

London, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Job Description

We’re the UK’s leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar and Country Living. We’ve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We’ll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritageto make history.

The Role…

As the Associate Editor, you will work across print in the Entertainment Portfolio, collaborating with the editors and being responsible for generating flat plans, changes throughout the week, and ensuring workflow targets are hit, so print schedules and standards are adhered to. Learn the brand house styles and tone of both print magazines. Cover checks, ensure legal changes are taken in and spelling is correct both here and in the editor’s letters. The Entertainment department produces bookazines and the successful candidate would be responsible for organising cover when needed.

Main Duties…

• Assisting brand editors/leads in creating and updating flat plans for print products.
• Working closely with brand teams to ensure copy moves through production systems as efficiently as possible to meet print deadlines.
• Liaising with brand editors, plus art and pictures team colleagues at regular production meetings or when needed.
• Maintaining and updating brand’s style guides, plus supporting documentation such as how-to guides.
• To be an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.
• You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills, qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.

What We Are Looking For…

• Experience in a similar role on a consumer title is essential
• Experience using InDesign and print content management systems is essential
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential
• Strong ability to prioritise multiple tasks and organise workload is essential
• Calm under pressure is essential
• Digital subbing experience is desirable

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.)

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2025712
• Posting Date 12/24/2025, 11:27 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 30 Panton Street, LONDON, LONDON, SW1Y 4AJ, GB (Hybrid)