Sr Associate Managing Editor, Publishing
Core
Coordinate editorial schedules, freelancer and packager deliverables, digital publishing, and asset management to ensure content is complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule for Mattel Publishing's licensed and global programs.
Role type
Senior Associate Managing Editor (Publishing Operations)
Builds
Print-ready books, eBooks, and visual assets for Mattel's licensed global publishing programs.
Domain
Publishing (Children's books, Licensed content)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Project management, Vendor coordination, Freelancer management, Editorial workflow coordination, Digital asset management, Quality control, Metadata management, Print production knowledge, eBook production, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Children's publishing experience, Licensed publishing experience, DAM/CM systems proficiency, Adobe Acrobat proficiency, Print proofing expertise
Technologies
Smartsheet, Microsoft Office (Excel), Malibu, Adobe Acrobat, Digital Asset Management Systems
Responsibilities
Coordinate editorial schedules and project milestones; Manage freelancer and packager workflows; Oversee eBook production workflows; Perform quality control reviews of editorial deliverables; Coordinate project handoffs between Editorial, Design, Production, and Licensing; Monitor project dependencies and identify risks.
Seniority
Mid-Senior level, hands-on IC
