
Production Controller, HQ Pavilion & HarperNorth
HarperCollins Publishers
- Closing: 11:59pm, 15th Nov 2023 GMT
Perks and benefits
Work from home option
Healthcare
Retirement benefits
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Extra holiday
Professional development
Mentoring/coaching
Paid volunteer days
Flexible benefits scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Candidate happiness
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Job Description
Pavilion Books is an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers specialising in illustrated non-fiction. Founded in 1981, the list has been defined by award-winning authors and brands, successful collaborations, distinctive design, well-researched content and uncompromising production values. The imprint’s main subject areas are food and drink, crafts, interiors, gardening, health, gift and nostalgia.
HarperNorth was established in 2020 and specialises in publishing voices from the North across fiction and non-fiction from memoir to history, crime to rom-com. The editorial team are based in Manchester, but this role is based at the London office.
Our Production team are looking for a Production Controller to manage the production of colour illustrated and mono books for HarperCollins. The role will be responsible for managing the Pavilion backlist titles, as well as HarperNorth frontlist mono titles. We’re looking for an experienced individual who will confidently produce the products within the agreed budget, quality and lead-time requirements. As well as strong organisation and communication skills, we’re looking for someone with a creative spark and a keen eye for detail. You must be able to work to deadlines and be able to prioritise your workload. This is an ideal opportunity for a Production Assistant ready for their next step, or a Production Controller looking for a change.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure products are produced within budget through estimating and maintaining costs (print, paper and bind costs as well as plant costs); negotiating with suppliers where applicable; presenting accurate final costs and processing invoices.
Manage schedules for frontlist and reprints, from typesetting and pre-press through to delivery, ensuring deadlines are met.
Run costings, ensuring commercial decisions are made using the most accurate information.
Ensure corrections are collated and taken in for all reprints, maintaining communication with the appropriate creative and commercial teams.
Develop relationships with repro, print and freight suppliers in Asia, Europe and elsewhere to ensure effective production.
Liaise with warehouse and client services staff on stock issues and the release of your titles.
Manage the archiving process to ensure that all product is available via Cumulus, the Digital Asset Management System.
Manage eBook production/corrections.
Maintain accurate records and data within the production system.
Check plotter proofs or InSite proofs, check colour proofs where necessary and make sure printing matches proofs or previous printed copies.
Assist other Production Controllers and Production Manager when required to manage workload and departmental needs.
Experience Required
Negotiating with suppliers, establishing good working relationships
Managing multiple projects simultaneously
Good knowledge of colour and mono book production
Working with multiple stakeholders
Skills Required
Interest in print and eBook production
Good communication skills
Good numerical skills
Ability to ask for help with solving problems, escalating as necessary
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
Desirable: understanding of InDesign/print pdfs
Benefits
Hybrid working model (2+ days in the office)
28 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy and sell holiday days)
Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
Private healthcare cover and life assurance
Summer Hours
Free access to HeadSpace, employee assistance programme (24 hour helpline), mental health first aiders, and a wellbeing portal
Season ticket loans (from day 1 for entry level) and cycle to work scheme
Relocation Rent Support Loan
Employee networks: HC All In (open forum), Elevate (for ethnic minority colleagues), HarperParents, Menopause at Work and Pride at HC
Unlimited training on our Learning and Development portal, management courses (up to MA level) and mentoring programmes
Virtual GP and eyecare vouchers
Gym membership discount
Onsite physiotherapy (London only)
Charitable donation matching and 2 volunteering days
We're a certified Carbon Neutral company
Free e-books and audiobooks, newspaper subscriptions and discounts on books
Subsidised canteen and retail discounts
Onsite prayer room
If you wish to discuss anything regarding this position and/or your application to this role, please reach out directly to recruitment@harpercollins.co.uk with subject heading ‘Vacancy Query’ plus the job title and we will aim to get back to you within 5 working days.
Please note, if you are interested in the role you would need to submit your application via Applied. We do not accept email applications.
Removing bias from the hiring process
Applications closed Wed 15th Nov 2023
Removing bias from the hiring process
- Your application will be anonymously reviewed by our hiring team to ensure fairness
- You’ll need a CV/résumé, but it’ll only be considered if you score well on the anonymous review
Applications closed Wed 15th Nov 2023