Production Editor II

Company Description

Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100.

Taylor & Francis Group produces high quality, peer reviewed books and journals. We produce unique, trusted content by expert authors, spreading knowledge and promoting discovery globally. We aim to broaden thinking and advance understanding, providing academics and professionals with a platform to share ideas and realise their individual potential.

Job Description

The Taylor & Francis Philadelphia journals production department is seeking a full-time Production Editor II to work on our diverse list of academic journals.  The office is conveniently located in Old City Philadelphia and is accessible by public transportation. Please note that there is little to no writing or copy editing included in the position; the position is largely project management.  

Production Editors are the core position within the production department at Taylor & Francis.  As such, Production Editors are assigned a group of journals that they are responsible for from receipt of manuscripts from the Editors-in-Chief to print/online publication. Production Editors oversee manuscript and issue production while maintaining article/issue schedules, publication metrics, communications with authors and Editors-in-Chief as well as interoffice departments. The Production Editor II must have an eye for detail, be able to handle complex journals and personalities, be organized, and excel in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.

Applications will close on March 20, 2023 . Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we will be interviewing alongside advertising. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity.

What you'll be doing:

• Manage a portfolio of titles, ensuring that they run on optimized workflows, meet department publication metrics and contractual obligations;
• Provide excellent customer service for assigned Editors-in-Chief, authors, internal departments and external vendors and customers;
• Provide expert and persuasive guidance to Editors-in-Chief, authors, and internal departments;
• Assist and lead on local and global department projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a high-volume publishing environment;
• Professional, relevant experience;
• A strong command of English grammar and academic styles;
• Ability to successfully thrive in a fast, process-driven and unique workflow environment;
• Experience working with external suppliers and partners;
• Experience working in a demanding customer-facing role;
• Experience onboarding new journals; experience transitioning unique workflows to standard workflows;
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, content management, and/or customer relationship management systems;
• Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented, accurate, and a problem-solver;
• Demonstrated ability to accurately anticipate and resolve problems;
• Excellent organization skills and confidence in completing multiple tasks to deadlines;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, oral and written;
• Flexibility to adjust to changes in work plans or assignments.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Additional Information

What we're offering in return: 

• Hourly rate ranging from $25.60 - $30.55 (~$46,594 - $55,605 annually) 
• An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture
• Paid sick time
• 15 days annual leave per year plus an extra day off for your birthday
• 3 additional discretionary days for Christmas each year
• Up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 4 volunteer days per year
• 401(k) + employer match
• Seasonal social and charitable events

Work/life balance: At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. You will be joining a thriving business, working alongside an exceptional group of people. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about.

Training And Professional Development: