Production Assistant Audio Onsite

Penguin Random House Audio, part of the Digital Publishing Group, is seeking a Production Assistant to join its Producer team. The Production Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting PRHA producers in the production of over 2,000 audio books per year. This position involves performing day-to-day production tasks in accordance with PRHA’s high standards of production and dedication to achieving our authors’ vision in audio.

We are looking for candidates who have a deep love of literature, a passion for performance, and a strong appreciation for the audio format. Ideal candidates will be detail‑oriented, highly organized, possess the ability to move quickly and efficiently between tasks, and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to learn the intricacies of audiobook production from an award‑winning team.

Join us in bringing stories to life through the power of audio.

• Assist producers with text preparation for recording: generate word counts, extract pages for narrator parts, and adapt highly‑visual texts.
• Preview‑read and analyze text for casting needs: provide casting assistance as needed, including conducting auditions through Ahab.us.
• Assist producers in creating supplemental materials for audio books: develop and organize additional content to enhance audiobook productions.
• Obtain music and text clearances: route contracts to secure necessary permissions for music and text usage.
• Schedule pickup sessions: coordinate with in‑house and external studios, narrators, and authors to arrange additional recording sessions.
• Review and approve credits: ensure accuracy and completeness of credits.
• Follow up on production‑related issues: communicate via email or phone with actors, authors, agents, and post‑production vendors.
• Enter selected titles into the production workflow: integrate specific titles into the production process efficiently.
• Provide general administrative support to the producer team: offer comprehensive administrative assistance to facilitate smooth production operations.

• Prior experience in publishing, audio content creation, or a related media environment is a strong plus.
• Strong analytical/decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong teamwork ethic and ability to juggle tasks on multiple productions at the same time.
• Ability to operate in a high‑speed, high‑pressure environment with aggressive deadlines and many stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Spanish language fluency is a plus.

This is an on‑site position with in‑office responsibilities (5 days a week). We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri‑state area (NJ, CT, and NY).

The salary for this position is $55,000. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

Full‑time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre‑Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long‑Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

We value the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.