Production Controller (children's)

A leading independent publisher based in central London is looking for a Production Controller to join its children’s team. You will be working on fiction, non-fiction, picture book and novelty titles for both print and digital editions. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a successful and renowned publishing house with an impressive list of high quality publications. 
 

Key duties:

• Prepare files for print and digital editions
• Accurately estimate project costing to ensure books are produced to budget
• Negotiate print prices and print buying
• Communicate clearly and effectively with in-house departments and external suppliers
• Ensure that books are produced on time and meet required quality standards 

Experience / skills required:

• Experience in a production role in trade publishing, working on both colour and mono titles
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven record in print purchasing
• Solid understanding of the book production process, from delivery of raw MS to print
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail and good time-management skills
• Knowledge of Word is essential, a familiarity with Adobe CS and basic XML-first workflows is a bonus
• Experience using Biblio3 is desirable

Applications ASAP, please

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

Contact:            Lucy Slater

Tel:                   020 7034 7821

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.