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Scholastic
Assistant Production Editor
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Hybrid - New York, New York
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Full-Time
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$52K
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Other
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August 19th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Scholastic is hiring an Assistant Production Editor to oversee the production of approximately 55 trade paperback reprint editions annually, including chapter books, novels, nonfiction, boxed sets, and other paperback collections. The role involves managing schedules, quality assurance of text and illustrations, coordinating with editorial and design teams, overseeing freelancers, and generating status reports to ensure project consistency and deadlines are met.
Highlights
- Oversee production of about 55 trade paperback reprint editions per year and approx. 5 boxed sets or collections annually.
- Manage schedules for editors, designers, and freelancers involved in copyediting and proofreading.
- Perform quality assurance checks on text and illustrations throughout production stages.
- Liaise with editorial and design teams to manage deliverables, layouts, covers, and vendor communications.
- Create status reports and lead or participate in department and project meetings.
- Required skills include excellent copyediting and proofreading, strong grammar knowledge, MAC proficiency, and advanced use of Adobe Acrobat.
- Must have 2-3 years of experience as a production editor at a trade publisher; children’s book experience is a plus.
- Annual salary is $52,000.
- Full-time, regular position in the Publishing job family group located in New York.
- Offers comprehensive benefits including medical with $0 deductible, 401(k) plans, tuition-free education programs, parental leave, and an employee stock purchase plan.
Assistant Production Editor Full Description
Job Description:
NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Trade Paperback Reprints Assistant Production Editor oversees production of approx. 55 Trade paperback reprint editions of chapter books, novels, and nonfiction, as well as boxed sets and other collections of paperback editions of backlist titles, approx. 5 per year. Checks for quality assurance of text and illustrations at all stages of production leading to finished products. Responsible for keeping editors and designers on schedule. Oversees freelancers, for copyediting and proofreading of cover copy, typeset text, and covers.
Generates status reports and liaises with all members of the project teams to enforce best practices and schedules.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage book production for all conversion titles (previously printed hardcovers made into paperbacks), boxed sets (slipcase cover), and miscellaneous Trade original titles (as necessary but based on previously printed books), along with any associated editions, including: liaising with Editorial on deliverables, assigning and reviewing copy edits and proofreads of deliverables; liaising with Design on layouts and covers; trafficking materials among vendors, Editorial, and Design; and keeping all parties in sync with series consistency, schedules, and deliverables.
For high-profile or complex titles, adding additional steps such as supplemental meetings and documentation.
Create status reports and lead and/or participate in department and project team meetings; follow up on meeting results.
About Scholastic
For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are - at school, at home and in their communities - by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children's books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com.
Some benefits that we offer:
- Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
- Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
- Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
- Generous Parental Leave Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount
Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.
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Qualifications
HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills
- Strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and juggling multiple projects
- Strong computer skills - MAC preferred -- including facility with advanced functions of Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with multiple project stakeholders
Experience: 2-3 years' experience as a production editor at a trade publisher or equivalent; children's book experience a plus.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
Job Family Group:
Publishing
Location Region/State:
New York
Compensation Range:
Annual Salary: 52,000.00
EEO Statement:
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.
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