Publications Specialist II

PCI Productions LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Teletrabalho; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote-friendly environment

Flexible schedule

Resumo da oferta

PCI Federal (PCIF) seeks a Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor to manage the magazine lifecycle end-to-end, ensuring on-time delivery and strict quality standards for a quarterly publication produced remotely.

The role requires 7–10 years editorial and publication management, strong copyediting and project management, and expert knowledge of Section 508; you will coordinate with writers, designers, technical reviewers, and legal counsel, with occasional meetings in Washington, DC.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7–10 years of progressive editorial/publication management experience.
• Experience overseeing production of a periodical, preferably technical or specialty.
• Remote position but able to attend meetings in Washington, D.C.

Responsabilidades

• Lifecycle & Production Management: Oversee the magazine lifecycle, production schedules, and track article versions.
• Editorial & Writing Support: Provide high-level editorial support and QA throughout editing and production.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Coordinate between writers, layout/design teams, reviewers, and legal counsel.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Ensure adherence to style manuals and Section 508 accessibility; secure sign-offs.
• Logistical Oversight: Manage distribution and formatting specifications for professional release.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

#gnewtonJobDescription #gnewtonJobLocation, #gnewtonJobLocationInfo {display: table-cell !important;}

Remote Status: Remote

This position is pending award; it is fully remote and reports to the Program Manager.

Position Summary

The Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor is responsible for the comprehensive lifecycle management and editorial excellence of the agency’s magazine. This senior-level role requires expertise in the logistical administration of a quarterly publication cycle and high-level editorial services. The Editor ensures that the magazine is produced on time, follows rigorous quality standards, and effectively meets strategic communication objectives from initial content intake through final distribution.

Job Description

• Lifecycle & Production Management: Oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, including establishing production schedules, managing the publication cycle, and systematically tracking article versions through a comprehensive approval chain.
• Editorial & Writing Support: Provide high-level editorial support, assisting with content development and the creation of promotional materials. Implement strict version control and quality assurance protocols throughout the editing and document production process.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between writing/author teams and the layout/design teams. Manage complex review processes involving multiple stakeholders, including authors, technical reviewers, and legal counsel.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Ensure all final articles and the complete magazine adhere to the GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility requirements. Confirm all necessary sign-offs and approvals are secured before public release.
• Logistical Oversight: Manage the administrative aspects of distribution and formatting specifications to ensure the final product meets all organizational standards for professional release.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely related field. A Master’s degree or equivalent advanced professional certification is highly desirable. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: A minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial and publication management.
• Proven track record of overseeing the production of a periodical, preferably a technical or specialty publication (e.g., transportation or research journal).
• Remote position but must be able and willing to attend meetings in Washington, D.C.
• Expertise in project management for recurring publication cycles.
• Advanced proficiency in substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading.
• Deep understanding of Section 508 compliance and federal publishing standards.
• Ability to manage complex approval workflows and coordinate between technical and creative teams.

PCI Federal (PCIF) and its subsidiaries are an equal-opportunity employer. PCIF does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation or identity, Veterans or Disability status.

Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates in accordance with applicable federal law.