Production Specialist, Kids & Little Kids (National Geographic)
Salary$79k – $106k
LocationWashington, DC, USA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentEditorial - Graphic Development
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
First seen2w ago
Last seen4d ago
Job Posting Title:
Production Specialist, Kids & Little Kids (National Geographic)
Req ID:
10156504
Job Description:
About the role
Provide print production support for Kids and Little Kids publications, ensuring pages are accurate, complete, and production-ready. Partner with Editorial and Design teams to manage assets, corrections, proofing, and final release activities.
Responsibilities:
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Prepare and review pages for production, proofing, and release.
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Coordinate asset placement, including illustrations and replacement files.
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Implement and track corrections through proof cycles.
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Perform quality control checks on layouts and production files.
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Collaborate with editors and designers to resolve production issues.
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Monitor schedules, approvals, and production milestones.
Basic Qualifications:
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3+ years of print production, publishing, or related experience.
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Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Knowledge of print production, proofing, and prepress workflows.
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Experience coordinating artwork, illustrations, and complex page assets.
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Ability to troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions independently.
Required Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Publishing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Preferred Education:
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Advanced coursework, certification, or specialized training in publishing, print production, graphic design, or related disciplines
Benefits
The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $79,400 to $106,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.