Pre-Press Co-ordinator (POD & ASR Programme)

Job Description

Reporting to: Production Manager

Location: 5th Floor, HYLO, 105 Bunhill Row, London, EC1Y 8LZ

Working Pattern: Hybrid - minimum of two days per week in the office; up to three days per week working from home

Department: Production

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Duration: Three-month fixed term contract

General Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented pre-press expert to support the rollout of our Global Print-on-Demand (POD) programme and the implementation of our Automated Stock Replenishment (ASR) initiative.

This is a high-volume, process-driven role focused on preparing files, amending cover files, and loading titles across multiple systems. The role will be critical in ensuring our backlist is globally available and efficiently managed.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, comfortable working at pace, and confident handling repetitive workflows with a high level of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Locate and prepare print-ready files for assigned titles

• Amend cover files in line with POD and ASR requirements

• Set up and load titles across multiple systems

• Input and manage title data accurately

• Support both batch and manual workflows as required

• For ASR titles: raise and send master purchase orders

• Track progress and maintain clear records of completed titles

• Work to daily volume targets while maintaining accuracy

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in publishing operations, production, or inventory roles preferred

• Experience working with book files (covers, print specs, PDFs)

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Comfortable working at pace across large title lists

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills

• Confident using Microsoft Excel and handling data inputs

• Ability to manage repetitive tasks efficiently while maintaining quality

• Familiarity with print-on-demand or similar workflows is desirable, but not essential

Company Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Lively social committee hosting regular events

• Group Life cover - including 24-hour GP service

• Flexible working and flexible hours from day one of employment

• Employee assistance programme available to all employees and their families

• Wellbeing programme and daily benefits such as fresh fruit and porridge in the office

If you are interested in this role, please apply via our website. We look forward to hearing from you.