Publishing Metadata & Asset Coordinator

Andrews McMeel Universal; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews McMeel Universal is seeking a Metadata Coordinator to support metadata and digital-asset workflows for books and calendars under the direction of the Senior Manager, Editorial Operations. The role ensures data accuracy and timely delivery by coordinating with editors, sales, and marketing while maintaining internal records and asset libraries.

The position requires meticulous organization, the ability to meet deadlines, and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite for basic image tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or equivalent experience.
• Entry-level; up to one year of professional or internship experience, with digital delivery of content preferred.
• Working knowledge of Apple computers.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office — Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop and InDesign.

Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain metadata in Title Management to established standards.
• Support internal metadata review cycle: schedule reviews and track status.
• Prepare approved metadata for delivery to distribution partners and deliver on schedule.
• Route metadata approvals to editors and confirm sign-off before release.
• Coordinate logistics of quarterly launch meetings.
• Flag data gaps, inconsistencies, or delivery risks to the Senior Manager.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Detail- and process-oriented

Editorial/design eye

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

Andrews McMeel Universal is seeking a Metadata Coordinator to support metadata and digital-asset workflows for books and calendars under the direction of the Senior Manager, Editorial Operations. The role ensures data accuracy and timely delivery by coordinating with editors, sales, and marketing while maintaining internal records and asset libraries.

The position requires meticulous organization, the ability to meet deadlines, and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite for basic image tasks.