Project Manager - Books

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KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. (KGL) is the industry leader in transformative publishing solutions. A division of CJK Group, Inc., KGL provides specialized content services and innovative technology solutions that drive revenue growth, streamline operations, and ensure editorial excellence. We serve the journal, educational publishing, and elearning markets from content creation through delivery of print and digital products.

We are currently hiring for the following open positions. In many cases, remote candidates will be considered (as noted in job description).

September 11, 2023

Project Manager - Books | US - Remote
September 11, 2023/ Mike Groth
KGL is seeking an experienced Editorial Book Project Manager to manage publications from manuscript through production process to final print-ready and digital deliveries. This is a work-from-home position associated with our Richmond, VA office.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years’ relevant editorial project management experience, along with superior organizational and communication skills.

Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Summary:
The Project Manager, Books, will manage publications from manuscript through production process to final print-ready and digital deliveries.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works directly with publishers, authors, and composition team; as well as freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers to manage publications.
• Creates and tracks schedules.
• Reviews copyedited manuscripts.
• Resolves author queries.
• Combines and checks corrections.
• Creates and submits weekly status reports for customers, to include schedule updates with actual dates for completed work and revised dates for upcoming stages as appropriate.
• Creates art logs and book maps; and manages files.
• Participates in and manages preplanning, early design, design review, launch, and status meetings.
• Communicates with everyone involved in the production process.
• Coordinates resolution of outstanding issues and activities directly with the publisher-specific staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
• 3+ years’ editorial project management experience.
• In-depth understanding of the publishing production process.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to follow directions and use good judgment with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Physical Requirements

• General office environment with intensive computer work and extended use of the computer keyboard and mouse.
• This position requires the incumbent to grasp objects utilizing manual dexterity including hand/finger coordination.
• This position requires the incumbent to experience periods of prolonged sitting.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume to [email protected].

KGL is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.