Managing Editor

Restless Books, a nonprofit, independent publisher of international literature based in Gowanus, Brooklyn, seeks a full-time Managing Editor to coordinate title management of 12 - 20 books per year as well as oversee finance and operations for the company. We seek a team player who is detail- and deadline-driven, resourceful, and highly skilled at multitasking and organization. The Managing Editor will work closely with the Restless staff, outside vendors, freelancers, and distributors, and report to the Publisher. Candidates should have professional experience in budgets, finances, and scheduling.

Hours and Compensation:

• Full time, at least three days / week in the Brooklyn office

• $52,000 annual salary, beginning as soon as January 2022

• 15 Vacation days company holiday in the last week of December

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits with HSA options

Responsibilities Include:

Managing Editorial and Production:

• Maintain a detailed production schedule across all titles for manuscript editing, cover design, interior artwork, copy and metadata distribution, copyediting, layout and typesetting, proofreading, eBook production, printing, shipping, and warehousing

• Lead a weekly production meeting with Restless staff

• Regularly communicate with freelance designers, copyeditors, international and local printers, shipping companies, and the distributor warehouse about production quotes, files, shipping, and deadlines

• Maintain title info, metadata, production files, and digital assets in the Restless database, title management system, and distributor portal

• Oversee bi-annual Restless catalog

• Monitor warehouse stock and arrange reprints

Finances:

• Manage budgets and company finances

• Work with accountants on monthly statements and end of year tasks and annual tax filings (990s, 1099s, CHAR5000)

• Manage bi-annual royalties, payroll, and payments to vendors and freelancers

• Create and disseminate monthly sales reports

• Prepare financial statements for bi-annual board meetings

• Ad hoc financial reporting as needed

HR:

• People operations needs, including onboarding, benefits plans, and HR compliance

About Restless Books:

Restless Books is an independent, nonprofit publisher devoted to championing essential voices from around the world whose stories speak to us across linguistic and cultural borders. We seek extraordinary international literature for adults and young readers that feeds our restlessness: our hunger for new perspectives, passion for other cultures and languages, and eagerness to explore beyond the confines of the familiar.

Through cultural programming, we aim to celebrate immigrant writing and bring literature to underserved communities. We believe that immigrant stories are a vital component of our cultural consciousness; they help to ensure awareness of our communities, build empathy for our neighbors, and strengthen our democracy.

To Apply:

Send a detailed resume and a brief cover letter describing your interest in the Restless Books Managing Editor position to Editorial and Marketing Director Nathan Rostron: nathan[at]restlessbooks[dot]org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location