Assistant Managing Editor

Harlequin

. Manage the flow of audio material to the audio team and supporting external vendors .

Posted 10/26/2026contractToronto • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$60,000 - CA$65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing audio material flow and coordinating publishing operations, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy of title data. Proficient in project management and communication within the publishing industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Publishing Operations ExperienceProject Management SkillsMetadata ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Audio Script AnnotationTitle Management System (MDM)ONIX Metadata ChecksISBN AssignmentAudio Credits Generation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Publishing IndustryEditorial PracticesAudio Release CoordinationFinal Print File ManagementEnhancement PDF Distribution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the flow of audio material to the audio team and supporting external vendors
Collect final print file availability to inform audio deadlines and ensure timely delivery of all materials for recording
Maintain system updates ensuring accuracy of internal and external title data
Advise on script delivery dates
Annotate audio scripts and coordinate approvals
Generate audio credits and deliver all materials to the studio by the required deadline
Coordinate creation, approval, and distribution of enhancement PDFs before audio release
Maintain title data updates in the local title management system (MDM), including title setup and ISBN assignment for backlist
Update narrator, final runtime, pricing, release date, and in-house contributor data as required
Conduct weekly metadata checks to ensure ONIX metadata is complete and accurate for retailer distribution
Coordinate backlist cover creation with design and manage timely availability and distribution aligned with audio release dates

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-3 years prior experience in publishing and preferably in publishing operations or managing editorial
A. or equivalent
Clear understanding of publishing industry, editorial practices, and publishing operations preferred
PC literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven project management and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills