Job Description

About Us:

Vibrant Publishers is a leading independent publisher of academic and test preparation books, dedicated to making learning accessible and practical. Our books are trusted by students, educators, and institutions worldwide for their clear, concise, and results-oriented content. With a focus on simplifying complex subjects, we serve the needs of today's learners in business, technology, and test prep.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Lead - Publishing Operations to oversee and manage the end-to-end publishing process for our book titles. The ideal candidate will coordinate with cross-functional teams--including authors, content developers, editors, proof readers, designers, and printers--to ensure seamless execution of publishing projects from manuscript to final print or digital product. This role requires excellent project management skills, strong communication, and a passion for delivering high-quality educational content.

Key Responsibilities:

? Manage the full lifecycle of publishing projects, including planning, scheduling, and

execution.

? Serve as the point of contact between content developers, editors, designers, and

production vendors to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.

? Create and manage project timelines, ensuring each stage (content development,

editing, design, proofreading, printing) progresses on schedule.

? Review and maintain quality standards across all stages--content accuracy, design

aesthetics, editorial consistency, and final print quality.

? Liaise with printing partners and internal stakeholders for status updates, approvals, and

troubleshooting.

? Anticipate bottlenecks, manage risks, and resolve issues that may impact project

delivery.

Requirements:

? Bachelor's degree in Publishing, Communications, English, or a related field.

? 3-5 years of experience in publishing or project management within content-focused

organizations.

? Strong organizational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail.

? Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

? Familiarity with publishing tools and workflows such as Adobe Suite, MS Office, Google

Workspace, Trello, Asana, JIRA, or similar platforms.

? Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

? Experience in academic or professional book publishing.

? Working knowledge of print production and digital publishing formats (PDF, ePub,

Kindle).

What We Offer:

? Opportunity to shape impactful educational content.

? Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

? Be part of a growing publishing company with global reach.

? Competitive compensation package as per industry standards.

? Professional development opportunities and learning support.

? A collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment.

How to Apply:

Please fill this form to apply: https://forms.gle/D6vWtDtPB9DLgD4U7

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹28,470.25 - ₹50,962.39 per month

Application Question(s):

Can you briefly describe your experience in managing publishing or content development projects, including the types of books or materials you've worked on? Which project management tools or platforms (e.g., Trello, Asana, JIRA, Google Workspace) have you used to plan and track publishing projects? How do you typically coordinate between different teams (authors, editors, designers, printers) to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met? What steps do you take to maintain consistency and quality throughout the publishing process--from manuscript to final print or digital format? Describe a time when a publishing project faced unexpected delays or quality issues. How did you handle it? Are you familiar with print and digital publishing formats like PDF, ePub, and Kindle? If yes, please share your level of proficiency or experience with each. What attracts you to work with Vibrant Publishers, and how do you see yourself contributing to our publishing operations team? Current CTC Expected CTC Notice Period (if any)
Work Location: In person