Content Specialist

About the role

A team-oriented role focused on ensuring accuracy, completeness, and quality of the audiobook catalog while supporting content delivery to millions of listeners.

Responsibilities

• Support production queue for internal/external audiobook providers
• Gather necessary elements for audiobook production
• Prioritize workflow based on stakeholder input
• Track titles through production queue
• Troubleshoot issues with various teams/external partners to ensure timely release
• Manage updates for existing products using content management systems and ONIX metadata
• Make and track changes to product records post-publication

Requirements

• B.A./B.S. or equivalent degree, preferably in humanities
• Minimum 1 year professional proofreading/copyediting experience
• Minimum 1 year editorial/operations experience in audiobook or podcast publishing
• Technical proficiency in:
  • Windows operating environment
  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)
  • Database concepts and best practices
• Multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
• Cross-functional team collaboration
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong research skills (SEO, social media, web-based tools)
• Experience with Airtable
• Experience in audiobook, publishing, or digital media content operations
• Knowledge of ONIX metadata standards
• Project management and process improvement experience
• Understanding of content ingestion workflows

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Avid consumer of online media (audiobooks, podcasts, digital content)
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-energy environment

Schedule

This role requires 5 days onsite in Newark, NJ.