Production Coordinator (Publications)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manages the production process of publications from the planning stage to delivery through scheduling, budgeting, and coordination with stakeholders.
Description
The Production Coordinator (Publications) is responsible for managing the entire production process after planning decisions. Specifically, this involves creating production schedules and Gantt charts, arranging proofreading and file submission for manuscripts and design data, communicating with printing companies, managing budgets and costs, adjusting deadlines, handling troubles, and more. By communicating with diverse stakeholders such as editors, designers, DTP operators, and printing companies, they ensure quality and deadlines while smoothly advancing projects.
Future Outlook
With the digitalization of the publishing industry, demand for production coordination of e-books and digital content is increasing. Although demand for printed materials is declining, stable needs are expected in diversifying markets such as specialty publications, technical books, and electronic publishing.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Able to respond flexibly / Excels in communication skills / Proficient in multitasking / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract employment possible / Discretionary labor system / Flexitime system / Office work / Partial remote work allowed
Career Path
Production progress assistant → Production progress management clerk → Production progress supervisor → Production progress director → Editorial production manager → Publishing producer
Required Skills
DTP basic knowledge / Office software / Project management tools / Proofreading and typesetting / Schedule management (Gantt chart)
Recommended Skills
Adobe Creative Suite operation / Communication tools (Slack Teams) / Cost management / English document handling / Printing company negotiation experience
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in detailed schedules or manuscript data affect the entire project. |
| Communication Skills | Because frequent coordination with editorial department and external contractors occurs. |
| Planning & Organization | Because constructing and adjusting schedules and budgets is central to the role. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because of tight schedules before deadlines and frequent troubleshooting. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because coordination is essential in collaboration with multiple departments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily management tasks with limited new idea generation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work with relatively low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Production progress desk
- Progress management staff
- Publishing progress management
Related Jobs
- DTP operator
- Designer
- Editor
- Printing operator
- Proofreader