Must be well connected in the trade book publishing industry. Responsible for managing the production of projects from early preparation of manuscript through finished product. Establishes, implements, and monitors the production plan to ensure appropriate, costs, quality, and marketability for each project. Acts as primary liaison with authors throughout copyediting, production, and manufacturing process. Learns and uses new technologies as needed, then incorporates them into the production process.
Shares expertise through supervision and evaluation of freelancers.
Must pass proofreading and copyediting tests. Based in San Francisco, Jossey-Bass is a leading publisher of books, periodicals, training materials, and electronic products intended to develop healthy organizations, communities, and leaders. Our readers are thoughtful professionals and researchers in the areas of management, leadership, human resource development, education, health, psychology, religion, and the public and nonprofit sectors. Jossey-Bass offers a healthy atmosphere, a strong team environment, and a commitment to learning and growth for all employees. Candidates must love to read and be able to write reader's reports and author rejection letters.