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Production Controller

A publisher of illustrated trade books is looking for a creative Production Controller with 4-colour book production experience to join their team in beautiful offices in central London. This is a valuable opportunity for a candidate who is looking for a step-up in their production career.

Key duties:

  • Co-ordinate the production of allocated reprint, co-edition and new titles
  • Build book production schedules around the manufacture and delivery of titles
  • Construct detailed and accurate book specifications
  • Ensure the final products are delivered to the highest quality standards
  • Work closely with Editorial, Design and Sales colleagues as well as external suppliers
  • Manage all costs effectively
  • Communicate production status at weekly meetings

Experience / skills required:

  • Solid 4-colour book production experience
  • Knowledge of Repro, Print and binding process as well as materials and finishes
  • Experience working with overseas repro and print suppliers and maintaining excellent working relationships
  • Numerate with an excellent eye for detail
  • Good time management skills and ability to multi-task
  • Familiarity with Adobe CC, Microsoft Outlook/Entourage and Excel and experience using a Mac is essential
  • Experience of Biblio3 would be advantageous

Applications ASAP, please

For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to clarechan@atwoodtate.co.uk

Contact:             Clare Chan

Tel:                    0203 574 4428

Atwood Tate embraces diversity and seeks to promote the benefits of diversity in all of our business activities and to develop a business culture that reflects that belief.  We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

Production Controller

Atwood Tate, London
Full-time, Permanent
Children's Publishing, Educational, Trade
Production, Digital Production
Reference: 
6856
Salary description: 
Available on request

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4-colour production, Print buying