PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (PUBLISHING)Company Overview:Tantor Media, a division of RB Media, is one of the largest audio book publishers in the World. Tantor Media has over 20 years of experience in the audio market publishing over 450 exclusive titles per month. Tantor is Tarzan's elephant friend in Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs, the first audiobook Tantor published. Tantor was chosen to represent the company because elephants never forget and we like to think of our titles as unforgettable. And just as those big ears make Tantor an excellent listener, the Tantor Media goal is to listen to - and respond to - our customer's needs.Department : Editorial/StudiosLocation: Old Saybrook, ConnecticutPosition Summary: Tantor Media is looking for a detail-oriented professional who loves to read and is invested in learning about the audiobook publishing industry. This is a full-time position (40 hours weekly) and will report directly to the Pre-Production Manager. This opening is available to internal and external applicants.Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- The primary responsibility for this role is to support the Pre-Production Manager and Director of Production with the objective of managing tasks associated with the production of a high volume of audiobook projects annually. The organization and time-management aspects of this role are pivotal to keeping production running smoothly and within time and budget deadlines.
- Assist the Pre-Production Manager and Editorial team with manuscript preparation
- Assist with production administrative duties, including but not limited to contracts, invoicing, and database entry
- Assist troubleshooting production workflow issues
- All around project support for other key production departments when needed
Qualifications:
- 4-year degree in English, Communications, Journalism or other related fields
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task
- Strong written and verbal communication and follow-up skills
- Motivated self-starter with a constant desire to meet and exceed goals and deadlines
- Ability to work independently and effectively with internal departments, external contacts, and industry professionals, using diplomacy and creative solutions when problem-solving
- Can comfortably adapt to changes and priority shifts and anticipate needs once familiar with the role
Preferred skills/knowledge but not required:
- Familiarity with Microsoft Access
- Familiarity with Adobe Pro
- Publishing/audiobook production experience
- Interest in audiobooks
Tantor Media offers a professional, enjoyable, and fast paced work environment.DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Tantor Media is an EO employer