Senior Production Editor

Job Description: NOTE: The role is based in NYC and requires following Scholastic’s hybrid in-office policy. THE OPPORTUNITY Senior Production Editor has a leadership role as key production contact for flagship imprints and bestselling titles and series. They are responsible for high-level guidance on process and scheduling for confidential and complex titles. They oversee production of 40–45 graphic novels and manga titles per year (2023: 42; 2024: 44; 2025: 38), simultaneously published in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats, and some in additional proprietary and/or advance galleys editions. As a project manager with a large roster of freelance support, they are ultimately responsible for the quality assurance of text, illustrations, and project specs of these titles. They also give essential support to Associate Director on department tasks including recruitment and change management. RESPONSIBILITIES Take leading role on high-level department initiatives such as: Evaluating, revising, and reinforcing best practices, including written documents, in-person meetings, and emailed correspondence; advising on pub plan and scheduling of titles; assessing and hiring freelancers; supervising department intern; assisting with designing and piloting IT or documentation initiatives. Manage book production for all editions of complex, high-profile graphic novels including: assigning and reviewing copyedits and proofreads of text, layouts, sketches, and final artwork; trafficking materials among editorial and design; maintaining style guides; and keeping all parties in sync with project schedule and deliverables. For high-profile or challenged titles, take the lead on planning and troubleshooting, which may include additional meetings and documentation with project group as needed. Create status reports and lead and/or participate in department and project team meetings; follow up on meeting results. Assist Associate Production Director with recruitment, interviews, and onboarding of staff and freelancers, and other sensitive tasks as needed. 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. #LI-IP1 Qualifications HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with multiple project stakeholders Skills to prioritize company goals while maintaining high standards of quality and juggling multiple projects Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills; strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation Strong computer skills – MAC preferred -- including facility with advanced functions of Adobe Acrobat Experience and Education: Experience: At least 3 to 5 years as a production editor in children’s publishing, graphic novel/comics publishing, or equivalent Education: BA Time Type: Full time Job Type: Regular Job Family Group: Publishing Location Region/State: New York Compensation Range: Annual Salary: 64,400.00 - 70,000.00 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. EEO is the Law Poster EEO Scholastic Policy Statement Pay Transparency Provision Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 97 years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at: www.scholastic.com We're always looking for talented people to join Scholastic in instilling a love of reading and lifelong learning in children. At Scholastic, our benefit plans have been designed to be in line with market conditions and employee needs. Our plans provide flexibility and allow individuals a broad range of choices that can be tailored to meet each employee's needs. Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.