Temporary Production Editor

Summary:

Hachette Book Group is seeking a Temporary Production Editor to manage the production of titles from manuscript to bound book/e-book in the Orbit Publishing division.

Term: 2-3 months

Rate: $37/hour

Hours: 28 hours/week

Reports to: Senior Managing Editor

Responsibilities:

• Manages a mix of original manuscripts, secondary formats, and co-publications with UK publishers from manuscript to bound book/e-book
• Completes electronic manuscript prep, including code marking
• Hires and supervises freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers
• Reviews copyediting, working in Word to reconcile copyediting and author markup, and reviews all stages of manuscripts and text proofs
• Copyedits and proofreads jacket and cover materials from original copy through final proof
• Performs e-book quality review
• Reviews reprint corrections
• Works closely with various in-house departments including editorial, production, and art in anticipating and resolving problems
• Attends relevant department and interdepartmental meetings

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years relevant work experience, preferably in trade publishing
• Solid copyediting and proofreading skills
• Strong computer/MS Word skills and knowledge of electronic copyediting and coding
• Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style (17 th Edition)
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Candidate must be detail- and accuracy-oriented and have the ability to balance many projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining high standards of quality
• This is a remote position, although candidate must be available during standard work hours (approximately 10 am to 4 pm ET, Monday through Friday)

As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.

Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The compensation for this position is $37 per hour. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location - talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote

Job ID: Hachette_Book_Group_FGB-oEfgzfws

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-13T20:24:37