Production Specialist, Kids & Little Kids (National Geographic)

Job Summary:

Provide print production support for Kids and Little Kids publications, ensuring pages are accurate, complete, and production-ready. Partner with Editorial and Design teams to manage assets, corrections, proofing, and final release activities.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review pages for production, proofing, and release.
• Coordinate asset placement, including illustrations and replacement files.
• Implement and track corrections through proof cycles.
• Perform quality control checks on layouts and production files.
• Collaborate with editors and designers to resolve production issues.
• Monitor schedules, approvals, and production milestones.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of print production, publishing, or related experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of print production, proofing, and prepress workflows.
• Experience coordinating artwork, illustrations, and complex page assets.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions independently.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Publishing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Education:

• Advanced coursework, certification, or specialized training in publishing, print production, graphic design, or related disciplines

The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $79,400 to $106,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.