Managing Editor (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional author care, nurturing existing relationships and developing new connections with internal and external partners to drive collaboration and growth.
• Prepare weekly sales reports for Passion.
• Lead and manage publishing projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and the completion of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Act as the primary point of contact for all project-related matters, with specific collaboration with editorial staff.
• Work closely with production on special editions to become familiar with a wide range of specification combinations and accurate pricing associated with each.
• Assess potential risks early, providing strategic insight to inform decision-making and minimize exposure.
• Revise production and publishing plans as necessary to meet changing requirements and maximize opportunities.
• Develop and document production plans in collaboration with key stakeholders and maintain strong working relationships across departments to ensure smooth project execution.
• Participate in Managing Editorial Meetings to stay informed on best practices, systems, and processes, and apply this knowledge to improve workflow and team efficiency.
• Set up ISBNs, facilitate data updates, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of project-related data throughout the lifecycle of products.
• Manage P&L (APL) development, approval, and processing, ensuring financial accountability.
• Track and facilitate contract request forms (CRF), ensuring adherence to approval processes and compliance standards via Frevvo.
• Handle gratis order shipments based on executed contract.
• Work closely with marketing and PR teams to provide early communication on inventory planning and stock needs.
• Oversee the development and distribution of sales conference and TAM information, ensuring that all data is accurate and aligned with company standards.
• Facilitate the transition of titles to print-on-demand (POD) processes as required.
• Process reversions.
• Maintain archive of products for publishing group.
• Other projects and initiatives as assigned by Publisher or Publishing Operations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of publishing processes, including production, scheduling, and financial management.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office required, specifically Excel spreadsheets.
• Extensive project management and planning ability.
• Experience with project management software, data management systems, and tools such as RSuite, Global Works Tool, or similar platforms is a plus.
• A clear understanding of the Christian publishing industry, editorial practices, and publishing operations preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of project management experience. Work experience in publishing/editorial project management strongly preferred.
• B.A. in English or a related field; or equivalent job experience.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Proven project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Proven spelling and proofreading skills.
• Able to distill numerous pieces of information and communicate key points to others.
• Quickly learn new software applications and maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies.