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RBmedia

Production Coordinator, Video

Holland, OH · On-site

Strong vendor/freelancer coordination skills, including experience working with publishers, filmmakers, studios, and outside talent * Solid attention to detail for QC, proofing captions/audio against ...

Macmillan

Designer - Celadon

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Collaborate with freelancers, illustrators, photographers, and agents * Identify, hire, and manage ... Route material for approval, maintain schedules, prepare files for output, and manage proofing ...

Hachette Book Group

Production Editor

New York, NY

$62K - $66K/yr

Review and collate author, editor, and proofreader corrections in Adobe Acrobat * Copyedit ... freelancers a plus * Children's publishing experience a plus. As a leading book publisher, we ...

Macmillan

Designer - Celadon

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Collaborate with freelancers, illustrators, photographers, and agents * Identify, hire, and manage ... Route material for approval, maintain schedules, prepare files for output, and manage proofing ...

Hachette Book Group

Production Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Review and collate author, editor, and proofreader corrections in Adobe Acrobat * Copyedit ... freelancers a plus * Children's publishing experience a plus. As a leading book publisher, we ...

Hachette Book Group

Production Editor

New York, NY

$62K - $66K/yr

Review and collate author, editor, and proofreader corrections in Adobe Acrobat * Copyedit ... freelancers a plus * Children's publishing experience a plus. As a leading book publisher, we ...

Marketing Mob

Content Marketing Manager

Piscataway, NJ · On-site

... proofreader . While he/she will generate a good bit of content themselves, they must also manage internal stakeholders, external vendors and freelancers who will also contribute to the content ...

Marketing Mob

Content Marketing Manager

Piscataway, NJ · On-site

... proofreader . While he/she will generate a good bit of content themselves, they must also manage internal stakeholders, external vendors and freelancers who will also contribute to the content ...

Macmillan

Associate Director, Art (MCPG)

$90K - $100K/yr

Macmillan Children's Publishing Group is seeking an Associate Art Director to join our 1C team ... Manage, mentor, and art direct designers and freelancers. * Coordinate multiple projects ...

Hachette Book Group

Studio Manager, Workman

New York, NY · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

Coordinating with freelance designers to route covers and interiors, communicate schedules, and ... Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views ...

Rotary International

Editor

Evanston, IL · On-site

$81K - $90K/yr

Core responsibilities include copyediting, fact checking, and proofing. Additionally, the magazine ... Minimum of 10 years of editorial experience with publishing and digital news outlets in the areas ...

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As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance publishing proofreader in the United States is $27.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are freelance publishing proofreaders?

Freelance publishing proofreaders are independent professionals who review and correct written materials for grammar, spelling, punctuation, formatting, and typographical errors before the content is published. They work with books, articles, manuscripts, and other documents, often collaborating with authors, editors, and publishing companies on a project-by-project basis. Their role ensures that publications meet high standards of accuracy and consistency, contributing to the overall quality and professionalism of the final product.

What are the most common challenges freelance publishing proofreaders face when working with multiple clients simultaneously?

Freelance publishing proofreaders often juggle projects from various clients, which can present challenges in managing conflicting deadlines, differing style guides, and varying expectations for communication and turnaround times. Staying organized and maintaining clear records of each client's preferences is crucial to ensuring accuracy and consistency. Additionally, balancing workloads and setting boundaries helps prevent burnout and ensures high-quality work for every project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Publishing Proofreader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Publishing Proofreader, you need excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and spelling, often backed by a degree in English or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard style guides (such as Chicago or AP), proofreading symbols, and editing software like Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Word is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and effective communication with clients set outstanding proofreaders apart. These skills ensure that published materials are error-free, consistent, and professionally polished, which is vital for maintaining the publisher's reputation and meeting client expectations.
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Production Coordinator, Video

Production Coordinator, Video

RBmedia

Holland, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

RBmedia is the largest digital audiobook company in the world. With more than 100,000 titles, our audiobooks continually top key literary awards and bestseller lists. Our powerful digital retail and library distribution network reaches millions of listeners around the globe-at home, in the car, and everywhere their mobile devices go. Our titles are available on leading audio platforms, including Audible, Spotify, Apple, Google Play, Audiobooks.com, Storytel, Libro.fm, OverDrive, Hoopla, and many more.
We operate at the intersection of Hollywood, publishing, and technology with the audio rights to hits like Wicked, Slow Horses, Outlander, Bridgerton, The Summer I Turned Pretty, and many others. We publish the audio for bestselling and award-winning titles, including Oscar-winning and Grammy-nominated works. Our fast-paced and creative culture thrives on storytelling, data-driven decision-making, and bold, innovative thinking.
Find out more at rbmediaglobal.com.
Position Overview
As the Production Coordinator, Video, you will be responsible for coordinating the full lifecycle of distributed video titles, encompassing feature films, documentaries and episodic content. This involves ftp ingestion, quality checks, captioning, editing, and DVD authoring.
Key Responsibilities
  • Organize materials for projects including, schedules, art assets, media assets, trailers, closed captions files, etc.
  • Facilitate the ingest of digital media assets from publishers, film makers, and external media sources
  • Coordinate and communicate with outside publishers, film makers, freelancers, studios, and creative talent for scheduling and allocating production resources
  • Author and edit video and iconographic films to wrap up productions as needed
  • Manage the production workflow for all video projects in the queue and provide advanced notice to the video team when project milestones are in danger of becoming past due
  • Determine when video productions are deemed complete and are ready for finalization steps
  • Bring video titles to completion. This work can include:
  • Asset ingestion and QC
  • DVD authoring
  • Closed-captioning and proofing same
  • Read-along tracks and proofing same
  • Proofing video and audio titles against written script
  • Touching up sound design
  • Provide quick fixes and edits on-the-fly for any audio or video wherever required
  • Use digital editing software to create or edit audio and video content
  • Confer with the lead Audio or Video Engineer to determine and achieve the desired direction and sound for a given production

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Media Production, Film/Video, or related field, plus 2-5 years in audio/video production or post-production coordination
  • Proficiency with digital audio/video editing software (e.g., Premiere Pro, Audition, Pro Tools) and DVD authoring/closed-captioning tools
  • Experience managing multiple projects, schedules, and deliverables, with the ability to flag at-risk milestones early
  • Strong vendor/freelancer coordination skills, including experience working with publishers, filmmakers, studios, and outside talent
  • Solid attention to detail for QC, proofing captions/audio against source material, and enforcing house style
  • Basic sound design and mixing skills (dialogue, music, SFX)
  • Invoice/billing accuracy experience (charges, due dates, contact info)
  • Excellent communication skills, including giving clear creative direction to animators and freelancers
  • Sound judgment for determining production completeness and readiness for finalization
  • Adaptable, deadline-driven, and comfortable making quick technical fixes under pressure

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