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Digital Publishing Coordinator - University Press

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Job Summary

The Production Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the end-stage production processes of approximately 100 new Press books per year in a variety of print and digital formats, including scheduling, tracking, and electronic preparation of POD and epub files for outside vendors and aggregators. The Specialist is also responsible for reprints, both conventional and on-demand, from the Press backlist, conversion of hardcover backlist books to new paperbacks, acquired reprints from other publishers, and imports from foreign publishers. The Specialist also acts as a liaison for print and electronic needs of other departments at the University of Illinois Press.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate printing and manufacturing of all new titles in conjunction with the Production Manager.
• Manage all production functions of approximately 100 new and selected backlist Print On-Demand titles per year.
• Manage all production aspects of epubs for approximately 100 titles per year.
• Manage all production aspects for reprints.
• Assess bids and obtain purchase orders from the Press's business office as appropriate.
• Using PitStop Pro, Acrobat, and InDesign software, run pre-flight checks on text and cover files.
• Manage electronic storage, retrieval, and archiving of Press files in multiple formats.
• Foster innovation and cross-departmental collaboration at the Press.
• Assist Production Manager with other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training, and/or work experience in the area of Adobe suite of platforms and other related programs (examples: InDesign, Photoshop).

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:
1. B.A./B.S.; minimum 5 years publishing experience and demonstrated proficiency in use of page-layout programs on both Macintosh and PC platforms.

Preferred Experience:
1. Excellent organizational skills and database tracking experience.
2. Knowledge of the rules of typographical style and specifics of page makeup.
3. Knowledge of standard proofreader marks.
4. Knowledge of design standards such as InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Excel.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and awareness of print and electronic publishing developments and issues.
• Knowledge with both books and journals.
• Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style.
• Knowledge of current electronic publishing protocols and trends.
• Superior verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and successfully manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Efficiency, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. Salary range is $55,000-65,000, salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 24, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process.

Requisition ID: 1027269
Job Category: Administrative
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