Production Manager

TAN Books is an orthodox, traditional Catholic publishing company based out of Gastonia, NC. Our mission and #1 priority as a company is to help people become Saints. We are the publisher of Saints’ lives, liturgical and devotional works, and classic titles on dogmatic, ascetical and mystical theology.

TAN Books is seeking an experienced and highly organized Production Manager to oversee all book/print and audio/visual production initiatives. This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of production projects—from manuscript readiness through file upload and filming/recording through final production—ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence across multiple concurrent initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings tangible, hands-on production experience and thrives in a fast-paced publishing environment that requires coordination across in-house teams and external vendors.

• Oversee the production process for print books from final manuscript to press-ready files
• Coordinate closely with editorial, and marketing teams to ensure production alignment
• Review proofs and ensure adherence to brand and quality standards

• Manage audiobook and video production workflows from script preparation to final delivery
• Help coordinate recording sessions, studio schedules, narration talent, editors, and engineers
• Oversee post-production including editing, mastering, and formatting for distribution platforms
• Ensure consistency in brand voice, quality standards, and technical specifications

• Manage multiple production timelines simultaneously with strong attention to detail
• Develop and maintain production schedules and workflow tracking systems
• Coordinate internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure on-time completion
• Identify bottlenecks and proactively resolve scheduling or resource conflicts
• Source and manage relationships with, studios, freelancers, and production vendors
• Negotiate contracts and monitor costs against budget expectations
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved financial parameters

• 5+ years of tangible production experience in publishing, media production, or related field
• Demonstrated experience managing print production processes
• Experience overseeing audiobook and/or video production strongly preferred
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple concurrent projects with cross-functional teams
• Strong vendor management and outsourcing experience
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Detail-oriented with high standards for quality control
• Strong communication and leadership abilities

• Familiarity with Catholic publishing or mission-driven organizations
• Knowledge of print specifications, file preparation, and production workflows
• Experience using project management tools and production tracking systems
• Ability to balance creative collaboration with operational discipline

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Unlimited potential for professional growth and career advancement