Production Manager

Overview The Production Manager, Publishing is tasked with overseeing the production processes from manuscript to bound book, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and establishing quality standards. This role works closely with editorial, design, and external vendors to manage workflows, troubleshoot production challenges, and maintain consistency across all published materials. Responsibilities include but not limited to Manage the full production lifecycle for publications from manuscript handoff through final print or digital release for a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles across both Paramount’s adult and children’s lists. Develop and maintain production schedules, ensuring deadlines are met across multiple concurrent projects. Request and review quotes from vendors, prepare pricing estimates, and monitor production specs for adherence to budget. Coordinate with editorial, design, sales, and marketing teams to ensure alignment on timelines, specifications, and deliverables. Liaise with external partners and vendors to obtain quotes; negotiate competitive pricing. Manage updates and corrections across systems and partners as needed. Monitor budgets and control production costs, identifying efficiencies where possible. Review and route production materials including proofs, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand and style guidelines. Implement and refine workflows, tools, and best practices to improve operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with publishing standards, accessibility requirements, and technical specifications. Basic Qualifications 5+ years’ experience in publishing production or managing editorial environments. Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously. Deep knowledge of print production processes, including prepress, file formats, and distribution channels; digital experience a plus. Experience working with content management systems and production tracking tools. Proven ability to collaborate across cross‑functional teams. Additional Qualifications Excellent project management and organizational skills. Solid attention to detail and commitment to quality. Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to adapt in dynamic environments. Budget management and cost‑control awareness. Hiring Salary Range $85,000.00 – $130,000.00 (as used for New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies). Starting pay depends on various job‑related factors. Benefits The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO (or as otherwise dictated by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement). This position is bonus eligible. What We Offer: Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Generous paid time off. An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams. Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events. Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace. Explore life at Paramount: Equal Opportunity Employment Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. #J-18808-Ljbffr