Production Coordinator
Core
Support the magazine team in translating journalism and images from screen to printing press while maintaining quality across digital versions.
Role type
Production Coordinator (Consumer Magazine)
Builds
Print magazines, digital editions, and online content for The Atlantic's subscribers and stakeholders.
Domain
Publishing / Print & Digital Media
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (print/digital magazine issues)
Required skills
InDesign, Acrobat Pro, CMYK file prep, preflight tools, ad materials traffic, editorial workflow, Excel, Google Workspace
Preferred skills
K4 workflow, HTML, converting print stories to online templates
Responsibilities
Manage editorial preflight and prepare PDFs for press; traffic and approve print advertising materials; coordinate print projects like varnish plates and gatefolds; QA and distribute full-issue PDFs; assist with converting print articles for online publication; update schedules and print-specification documentation.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
