Project Manager/Special Projects Editor Temp, Union Square

Union Square & Co. is seeking a highly organized, collaborative, and resourceful Project Manager/Special Projects Editor to join our team for a four-month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Publisher of UNSQ, and in conjunction with key members of Hachette’s Sales team, this Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the creation 5-10 new EANS and 10+ reprints per year, with an emphasis on special markets/specialty products, backlist publishing formats, and exclusive editions. On a day-to-day basis, this Project Manager/Special Projects Editor will oversee operations of a select special sales list, ensuring that content is delivered on time. They will play a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of quality, be highly responsive to emails, and have an affinity for problem-solving. At Union Square & Co. our mission is to publish books and products with a point of view. We promote excellence in contemporary book publishing and honor the vision of our creators by providing best-in-class editorial and design paired with the highest quality production, sales, and marketing. Established in 2022, our inaugural list highlighted our dedication to talent-driven publishing for adults and children. For consideration, please apply and include your cover letter and resume. Term: Four-month fixed term contract Rate: $28-$35/hour Hours: 15-20 hrs/week Reports to: Publisher Title count: 5-10 frontlist EANS and 10+ reprints per year, with an emphasis on special markets/specialty products, backlist publishing formats, and exclusive editions

• Be the project manager and primary point of contact for overall scheduling, communication, administration, and production for a line of Retailer Exclusive variant projects and products, including select backlist publishing formats and Retailer Exclusive variant covers • Meeting with external stakeholders, Sales, Design, Editorial, and other key in-house departments • Creating a project calendar and managing information flow to keep all team members updated on work progress • Work closely with production and design on branding, packaging, and general design • Support the sales, marketing and metadata teams by helping provide metadata and assets as needed • Perform other related projects or duties as assigned or required