Associate Director, Production

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Director, Production to join the team of a leader in the Media space.

This role will guide production operations for a medium-sized list of titles, with a strong emphasis on quality, schedule, and budget management. The Associate Director will partner closely with editorial, internal stakeholders, and vendors to keep projects moving efficiently across multiple imprints and formats. This is an opportunity to lead a production team, strengthen manufacturing decisions, and support the delivery of high-quality children’s books.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $105,000 – $115,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach the production team in all aspects of production and manufacturing
• Maintain quality standards and manage vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with corporate workflows and procedures
• Provide editorial with options for product delivery and investigate manufacturing options
• Keep projects on track regarding schedule, budget, and quality
• Attend weekly status meetings to track title progress
• Coordinate with internal customers about project details and priorities
• Manage a medium-sized title list through the production process
• Negotiate prices and evaluate vendor performance

Qualifications

• 15 years of book production experience, with at least 10 years in children's publishing
• Excellent knowledge of all facets of book production and manufacturing
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Basic understanding of the publishing business and its production impact
• Experience in people management is a plus
• Working knowledge of Biblio and RSuite is desirable
• Familiarity with the Google platform is desirable

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility tied to the New York office
• Opportunity to lead and mentor a production team
• Engagement with multiple imprints and diverse book formats
• Access to established vendor relationships and negotiation opportunities
• Involvement in high-quality children's book production

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.