Scholastic - New York, NY
posted 4 months ago
The Senior Production Editor will oversee and manage Licensed, Clubs/Fairs (SRE) originals, and Cross channel groups within Scholastic Corporation. This role involves being the line manager for two production editors, where the individual will be responsible for assigning titles and balancing workloads among the team. The Senior Production Editor will also oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff members, addressing any HR issues that may arise within the team. Regular one-on-one meetings with team members will be conducted to ensure effective communication and support. In addition to team management, the Senior Production Editor will handle high-profile or challenging projects as needed. This includes attending and leading status meetings, participating in custom publication planning meetings, and attending sales and marketing operations meetings as the point person to advise on project status. The role also involves co-supervising both out-of-house and in-house freelancers, ensuring that production key date grids are updated annually to reflect current timelines and project statuses. The position requires a strong ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high standards of quality. The Senior Production Editor will be expected to work collaboratively with various stakeholders and ensure that all projects are completed on time and to the expected quality standards. This role is crucial in supporting Scholastic's mission to provide quality educational materials and services to children and educators worldwide.