Book Production Manager: Print & Scheduling Expert

Andrews McMeel Universal

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Andrews McMeel Universal is seeking a Production Coordinator to oversee book production, calendar first printings, and support other department tasks. You will collaborate with editorial and design to finalize specifications, obtain printer quotes, and manage end-to-end production for front-list titles and AMP imprints.

You will review color proofs, guide designers in files, monitor budgets and schedules, and contribute to weekly inventory and production meetings.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in graphic arts production.
Proficiency in Office 365, Excel, Word, and Adobe PDF
Strong verbal, written, and negotiation skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and interact with diverse personalities.
Problem-solving with AMP vendors.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with editorial and design to determine best specifications for print production.
Obtain quotes from printers and place projects within AMP guidelines.
Coordinate all steps from ordering through delivery for front list titles and imprints.
Collaborate and problem-solve from production viewpoint during ideation and production processes.
Review color proofs and guide designers in file preparation.
Monitor production quality and progress; participate in weekly meetings.
Work on special projects as necessary.