Production Coordinator/Controller - contract
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
At Penguin Random House New Zealand, we are powered by our people. As the world’s largest trade book publisher, we publish books that matter, from future classics to cherished favourites. Our team is dedicated to creating stories that entertain, educate and inspire. We strive to be the best home for our authors and people, and the most service-oriented partner for our customers.
We have an opportunity for Production Coordinator or Controller to join our team in North Sydney office in parental leave contract role. Reporting to the Production Manager - Adults, NZ and BD, you will play an integral part in the production process of books and reprints.
What you will do:
- Manage the book production processes, ensuring titles are delivered to budget, deadlines and agreed quality levels
- Creation and processing out of layout files and PDFs. Distribution of files to project editors and signing off material for print
- Obtain quotes and negotiate with printers for non-grid titles to ensure best possible price and quality
- Work across Adult, NZ and Business Development lists, on both print and ebook as well as reprints and POD as needed
- Provide creative input and guidance to the supported publishing divisions
- Managing both hard copy and digital archives, recalling files when needed
- Updating of bibliographic system as required
What you will bring:
- Previous production, publishing or design experience
- Familiarity with Macintosh environment, including good working knowledge of the Adobe suite.
- Curiosity and possess organisational and numeracy skills
- Deadline driven and able to manage competing priorities
- Attention to detail and able to work both independently and as a part of a team
Why Penguin Random House?
At Penguin Random House, our iconic Penguin logo stands as a symbol of quality, passion and accessibility. These principles are deeply embedded in our work and environment, driving us to create a lifelong love of reading for everyone.
We are proud to publish the world’s favourite books from the world’s favourite authors. Our collaborative, innovative and creative culture is guided by our core values: Discover, Respect, Excite and Share. Join us in our journey to entertain, educate and inspire through the power of storytelling.
All applicants must include a cover letter which outlines your suitability to the role. Please note, due to the large volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Penguin Random House is the world’s largest trade book publisher, boasting an impressive list of authors from cherished favourites to future classics across many genres and platforms. In Australia and New Zealand, we are proud to work with the most talented writers, thinkers and achievers and publish a diverse range of local and international voices. We are the leading publisher distributing books across Australia and New Zealand, focusing on speed and reliability to reach our customers and bring the very best books to readers everywhere. Our 400+ creative and passionate people from various backgrounds and experiences work together to uphold our reputation for excellence and clear commitment to service throughout the entire publishing process, and help us to achieve exceptional results. More information can be found at https://www.penguin.com.au/ and https://www.penguin.co.nz/.
Penguin Random House is committed to providing a workplace and culture that values diversity and inclusion across all levels of the business. We recognise and acknowledge the contribution of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. This includes, however is not limited to, differences in gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and family status.
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