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Hachette Book Group

Production Editor

New York, NY

$62K - $66K/yr

Hire and supervise freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers, and review their work ... travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 ...

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TheTravel | News Writer

New York, NY · On-site +1

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TheTravel | Cruise Writer

New York, NY · Remote

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New York, NY · On-site +1

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New York, NY · Remote

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$44/hr

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How much do freelance travel editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance travel editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Travel Editor vs Travel Writer?

AspectFreelance Travel EditorTravel Writer
CredentialsWriting experience, editing skills, travel knowledgeStrong writing skills, travel experience
Work EnvironmentRemote, freelance, client-based editing projectsRemote or on-site, creating travel articles or blogs
Employer/IndustryMagazines, travel websites, publishing companiesMagazines, blogs, travel agencies, media outlets
Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding editing roles in travel mediaCreating travel content and stories

While both Freelance Travel Editors and Travel Writers work in the travel media industry, editors focus on reviewing and refining travel content, ensuring accuracy and quality. Travel Writers primarily create original travel stories and articles. The roles often overlap but differ in responsibilities, with editors emphasizing editing skills and writers focusing on content creation.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Travel Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Production Editor

Hachette Book Group

New York, NY

$62K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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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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