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Hachette Book Group

Production Editor

New York, NY

$62K - $66K/yr

The Production Editor will work closely with the editorial, design, and production teams, and will ... Hire and supervise freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers, and review their work

Hachette Book Group

Production Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

The Production Editor will work closely with the editorial, design, and production teams, and will ... Hire and supervise freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers, and review their work

Hachette Book Group

Production Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

The Production Editor will work closely with the editorial, design, and production teams, and will ... Hire and supervise freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers, and review their work

Sourcebooks

Production Editor - Children's

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

As a Production Editor, you'll manage a diverse list of projects through every stage of editorial ... You'll partner with editorial, managing editorial, manufacturing, design, freelancers, and other ...

New

Simon & Schuster

Production Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

The Production Editor will manage titles-including originals, format conversions, and reissues ... Engage and manage freelance copyeditors/proofreaders/indexers; ensure adherence to house style ...

Fox

Freelance Production Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$71 - $80.50/hr

FOX News Live is looking for a talented Freelance Production Assistant to join our Washington, DC ... You will work closely with producers, writers, and editors in a fast-paced control room environment ...

Sourcebooks LLC

Senior Production Editor

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Partner with the Freelance Resource Manager to secure and oversee editorial vendors while ... Mentor Production Editors by sharing best practices, providing guidance, and supporting onboarding ...

New

Sourcebooks

Senior Production Editor

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Partner with the Freelance Resource Manager to secure and oversee editorial vendors while ... Mentor Production Editors by sharing best practices, providing guidance, and supporting onboarding ...

New

Paramount

Freelance Production Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$18.67/hr

Freelance Production Assistants operate the teleprompter during live newscasts, manage and organize ... Editing video and audio for broadcast * Operating technical production equipment * Supporting the ...

Paramount

Freelance Production Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$18.67/hr

Freelance Production Assistants operate the teleprompter during live newscasts, manage and organize ... Editing video and audio for broadcast * Operating technical production equipment * Supporting the ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance production editor in the United States is $25.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $32.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Freelance Production Editor, you need strong editing, proofreading, and project management skills, often supported by a background in English, journalism, or publishing. Mastery of editing software like Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, and familiarity with content management systems or style guides such as AP or Chicago Manual is typically required. Outstanding time management, communication, and adaptability help you excel while collaborating remotely with writers, designers, and clients. These competencies ensure that content is accurate, polished, and delivered on deadline, which is crucial when managing multiple projects independently.

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Freelance Production Editors often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines and shifting client expectations, which can be challenging to manage without strong organizational skills. Staying updated on industry-standard software and adapting to various editorial styles can also pose difficulties, especially when working with diverse clients. To overcome these challenges, it’s important to set clear communication channels, develop a solid workflow, and regularly refresh technical skills. Building a reliable network and setting transparent expectations with clients can further ensure successful project delivery.

What is a freelance production editor?

A Freelance Production Editor oversees the editing, formatting, and production process of written or digital content on a contract basis. They ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to style guidelines while coordinating with writers, designers, and publishers. Their role may include proofreading, copy editing, layout adjustments, and managing deadlines. Freelance Production Editors work independently, often juggling multiple projects for different clients.

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Production Editor

Hachette Book Group

New York, NY

$62K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

The Hachette Book Group is seeking a Production Editor for its Workman imprints to manage 20-25 titles per year, from manuscript to bound book, as well as review reprints. The Production Editor will work closely with the editorial, design, and production teams, and will be responsible for managing a variety of nonfiction projects, such as cookbooks, decorating and design books, gardening books, travel books, self-help books, gift books, children's books, stationery, and more. This position will work across the Workman, Artisan, and Black Dog & Leventhal imprints. Please visit workman.com for more information.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage 20-25 original titles per year from manuscript transmittal to bound book using electronic workflow
  • Prepare and code manuscripts for design and typesetting
  • Hire and supervise freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers, and review their work
  • Review and collate author, editor, and proofreader corrections in Adobe Acrobat
  • Copyedit, proofread, and route jacket and cover materials from original copy through final proof
  • Work closely with various in-house departments including editorial, design, and production to troubleshoot and resolve problems that arise and ensure all deadlines are met
  • Comfortable working on books with accelerated schedules
  • Maintain high levels of accuracy throughout each project
  • Attend relevant department and interdepartmental meetings
Qualifications:
  • At least 5 years of production editorial experience required. Experience with heavily illustrated books required.
  • Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills
  • Strong computer skills, including using MS Word (track changes) and Adobe Acrobat (reviewing and collating electronic markup via PDF)
  • Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style and conscious language guidelines
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Must be detail- and accuracy-oriented and have the ability to balance many projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining high standards of quality
  • The ability to set and meet deadlines
  • Comfortable working independently and also as part of a team
  • Ability to identify, attract, and retain capable editorial freelancers a plus
  • Children's publishing experience a plus.
As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The compensation range for this position is $62,000-$66,000. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location - talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.
The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
Employment Type: Full-Time

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