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Production Assistant (POD/Reprints)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MAFull-time$22.57–30.6/hrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$22.57–30.6/hr
Location
Cambridge, MA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Production Assistant (POD/Reprints) at MIT Press coordinates the placement of backlist titles on its print-on-demand platform and assists with reprints. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, three years of administrative experience, publishing interest, and skills in communication, organization, detail, and managing multiple responsibilities. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiency are required; related education and publishing tools or experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Organizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPublishingGrammarSpellingMathDeadline ManagementAttention to DetailIndependent WorkTeamworkMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft OfficeAdobe AcrobatPDF EditingBook PublishingInDesignBook PrintingBibliosuitePitStop Pro

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent3 Years Administrative ExperienceAssociate's or Bachelor's in Related Field

Full job description

Production Assistant (POD/Reprints)

  • Job Number: 26130

  • Functional Area: Publishing

  • Department: MIT Press

  • School Area: Office of Executive Vice President

  • Pay Range Minimum: $22.57

  • Pay Range Maximum: $30.60

  • Employment Type: Full-Time

  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt

  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No

  • Schedule:

  • Pay Grade: 4

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Posting Description

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (POD/REPRINTS), MIT PRESS, is responsible for coordinating the placement of backlist titles into our print-on-demand platform and assisting with various reprints.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High school diploma or its equivalent; three years of administrative experience; good organizational and verbal and written communication skills; an interest in publishing (specifically Production); and basic competence in grammar, spelling, and math; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment; excellent organizational skills and superb attention to detail; proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team; and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. PREFERRED: Associate’s/bachelor’s degree in a related field and proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and ability to edit in PDFs; experience in a book publishing environment, familiarity with InDesign, and knowledge of book printing; or familiarity with Bibliosuite, InDesign and/or PitStop Pro.

10/8/2026

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