PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Description:
Simon & Schuster is one of the leading publishers in the UK with a strong reputation for publishing quality fiction and non-fiction books.
With authors and brands as diverse as Philippa Gregory, Santa Montefiore, Lynda La Plante and Tom Rob Smith within our fiction stable, we also specialise in publishing the very best in sport, history, politics, autobiography and narrative non-fiction. Our Children’s publishing list includes Darren Shan, Becca Fitzpatrick, and fiction series such Doctor Proctor by Jo Nesbø and the Dork Diaries series by Rachel Renee Russell.
Job Profile: We have a temporary vacancy for an assistant to join our busy team. Reporting to the Head of Production, this is a varied position offering the successful candidate the opportunity to work on a diverse range of mono, colour and eBook product across both our Adult & Children’s lists. (Part time (17.5 hours) fixed term contract for 6 months).
Your Role: You will focus principally on reprints; ensuring titles are delivered on time, to budget and to a high quality. There is also the opportunity to develop the role further by providing vital administrative support across front list physical and eBook, co-edition and special sales product.
The Candidate’s Profile: The holder will be required to work closely with other departments, so the ability to build and maintain relationships is essential. They will be a strong team player, have excellent communication and organisational skills, an eye for detail and the acumen to make sound independent decisions where necessary. Above all else, a can do positive attitude is a must along with the ability to multi-task and prioritise a busy workload in a fast paced environment.
Although not essential, the ideal candidate will have some experience and knowledge of the physical production process.
A good understanding of MS Office, including intermediate Excel skills are also essential.
Contact Details:
To apply, send your CV, covering letter with details of your current salary and expectations to Jessica.Harris@simonandschuster.co.uk by 15th July 2015.