Book Production Coordinator
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
17613 (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)
20502 (NE H SEIU 925 Non Supv)
BASIC FUNCTION
Assist the Production Manager in administering a book production unit and establish design, format, and layouts for new books and other published materials.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under general supervision, assist in the administration of a book production unit. Design new books, coordinate production of reprints, paperbacks and other published materials.
TYPICAL WORK
Establish specifications for new books; select typeface, paper, and binding materials; size illustrations and prepare layouts for printer; check gallery and page proofs;
Analyze and accept bids for book manufacture; prepare cost analysis for projects; approve expenditures;
Coordinate production of reprints and first-time paperback editions; select type for any changes; prepare new pages where necessary;
Maintain schedule and specifications for all active editorial/production projects; provide status and schedule information to other departments, suppliers, printers, and binders; prepare monthly status reports; assure adherence to schedule;
Review, correct, and reorder printed material such as letterhead, envelopes, and forms; prepare specifications; select illustrations; prepare camera ready mechanicals;
Coordinate with compositors, printers, and binders; assure adherence to production schedules and quality standards;
Coordinate shipping of books and other published materials distributed but not produced by the press;
Prepare requisitions and correspondence; order supplies; maintain files; review and approve production invoices;
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – UW Contract Classified
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS – Classified Non-Union
Bachelor’s Degree OR three years of work experience related to the design and fabrication of books OR equivalent experience/education.
New Class: 3-15-74
Abolish: 10-20-86
Reinstate/Revise Class/Title: 4-7-89
CSR Class Conversion (mc): 06-01-05