Production Editor I (Remote - Illinois)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Human Kinetics. We are currently looking for a Production Editor I in Illinois (USA). Join a collaborative editorial team where you'll play a key role in ensuring high-quality publishing standards for educational and sport-related content. This position offers hands-on involvement in the production process, coordinating between in-house teams and external vendors to bring impactful resources to life. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals early in their publishing career, the role combines editorial oversight, project coordination, and opportunities to contribute to accessible and inclusive content. After one year of successful performance, remote work flexibility becomes available. Accountabilities:

• Coordinate various production phases of outsourced publishing projects, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Serve as the internal point of contact for colleagues in editorial, design, marketing, and permissions, and work closely with external vendor partners
• Prepare clear project materials, manage art, photo, and video content, and assist with photo/video shoots
• Ensure all project files and deliverables are correctly stored and accessible within internal systems
• Review vendor deliverables at key milestones, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to accessibility and style guidelines
• Conduct basic proofreading for artwork, covers, and other project elements, ensuring consistency with house and Chicago Manual of Style standards
• Track and input data for permissions, design elements, and scheduling in internal databases and spreadsheets
• Support synchronization of print books and ancillary materials by coordinating release timelines across departments
• Suggest process improvements to increase editorial and vendor efficiency and assist other teams during lighter workloads

Requirements

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree (especially in a language-related field or sport sciences) preferred
• 0-1 year of experience in editing, publishing, or content production
• Knowledge of U.S. English grammar and style; familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style
• Comfortable with Microsoft Word and data entry; preferred experience with the full Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat DC
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills
• Demonstrates key competencies such as accountability, adaptability, attention to detail, and initiative
• Comfortable using collaboration tools (e.g., Teams), and working across teams to meet project deadlines
• Project management experience and publishing software proficiency are a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $42,000-$56,000; typical starting salary between $42,000-$43,000 based on experience
• Opportunity to request full remote work after 1 year of successful onsite performance
• Standard and merit-based salary increases, with potential bonuses for exceptional contributions
• Inclusive and diverse work culture that supports accessibility and provides reasonable accommodations
• Access to comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, PTO, and more

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly. Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements. It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score. Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role. When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed. The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team. Thank you for your interest! Apply tot his job