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Title: Freelance Managing Editor Location: Naperville, IL Job Description: Managing Editor (Part-Time, Freelance - Annual Contract) As a freelance, part-time Managing Editor, you will work closely with the Fiske editorial team to update each new edition of the Fiske Guide to Colleges, the bestselling and most respected selective college guide on the market, not only ensuring the editorial integrity of the guide but also keeping its unique voice and spirit intact. Sourcebooks is the largest woman-led publisher in North America and continues to rapidly expand with record-setting growth year over year, and the Fiske Guide to Colleges has been part of this journey for more than 20 years. You’ll be part of a dynamic, innovative team that will draw upon your organizational skills, attention to detail, and passion for books. This is a fully remote contract position with a monthly rate of $2500. What you bring: - Contribute to the planning and strategic decisions for each new edition of the guide - Execute editorial updates for each edition, incorporating new data and information collected from the institutional questionnaires, student questionnaires, and additional research - Work closely with Edward Fiske, former Education Editor of the New York Times and author of the Fiske Guide to Colleges, collaborating on editorial decisions and providing additional support when needed - Monitor the editorial progress for each edition and help maintain a consistent schedule - Collaborate effectively across departments, working closely with the editorial and production teams as well as the author - Update basic specs and data in our database - Review pages for editorial quality, formatting, and layout, maintaining close communication with our Production Editors on these topics - Identify gaps or weaknesses in book content and suggest changes for improving both the product and our internal processes - Suggest changes to our questionnaires, which we send to schools annually - Communicate with school liaisons to obtain new and accurate information to use in the guide - Remain up to date on news and current events in higher education

Title: Marketing & Publicity Associate - Children's Location: Naperville, IL Job Description: Are you a children’s book lover and rising publishing pro looking to grow your career? Do you want to create impactful campaigns that put magical stories into the hands of young readers—and help shape the future of bestselling kids’ brands? Sourcebooks, home to award-winning and bestselling children’s books, is looking for a Marketing & Publicity Associate to join our dynamic Impact Marketing team. This is a perfect next step for someone currently working at the assistant level in publishing who is eager to take on more ownership, creativity, and strategic collaboration. As a Marketing & Publicity Associate, you’ll lead marketing and publicity efforts for a list of standout titles and brands within our children’s division—primarily focused on juvenile nonfiction for ages 0–8—and manage our influencer outreach program. You’ll help books thrive in the marketplace and reach readers in meaningful ways and gain visibility into every part of the publishing and marketing pipeline, working closely with sales, digital, retail, and editorial teams. You’ll also build strong relationships with authors and the broader children’s book community through events, media placements, and grassroots promotions. We are looking for a proactive and passionate Marketing Associate to join our team at Sourcebooks Kids. This role is ideal for someone with 1-3 years of experience in digital marketing, influencer marketing, or publicity, ideally within the publishing industry. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in promoting our authors and books through strategic marketing initiatives, including influencer partnerships, creating digital and print marketing assets, and running publicity campaigns. This role is based in Naperville or New York and is a hybrid role and will require time in office. The hourly pay range for this role is $23.00 - $26.00. Initial offers are typically made at $23.00/hourly with placement within the range based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, location, training, and education. This process ensures a fair and competitive salary that aligns with both the company and the candidate’s qualifications. What you’ll do: - Manage our influencer relationships, mailings, and database, creating innovative organic and paid influencer campaigns for board books, picture books, and middle grade books. - Plan and execute publicity campaigns to generate maximum exposure for our titles across traditional and digital media channels, primarily focusing on nonfiction titles for kids 0-8. - Coordinate author events, festivals, and tours in partnership with the Events Manager. - Collaborate on advertising and social media strategies. - Represent marketing efforts to authors, helping them develop grassroots campaigns and launch events. - Serve as a passionate advocate for our books internally, championing their success and ensuring alignment across departments. What you bring: We’re looking for someone who’s ready to level up and lead, with a mix of creative vision and tactical execution. - 1-3+ years of experience in book publishing, marketing, publicity, or a related field - Strong writing skills and confidence in crafting pitches, press releases, and social content - A passion for influencer marketing and a strong understanding of the influencer landscape in the children’s book space - A keen understanding of how stories connect with readers - Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail - Enthusiasm for collaboration, and comfort presenting your ideas and plans to internal and external partners - Above all—you love children’s books and want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of children’s publishing Why Sourcebooks? As Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We’re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we’ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more!

Title: Inside Sales Manager Location: This role can be hybrid in Naperville or New York or fully remote in the following states: Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. Job Description: We’re looking for a driven, relationship-focused book sales professional to play a key role in building Sourcebooks’ internal independent bookstore sales force. This is a unique opportunity to shape our presence in the indie channel—expanding reach, deepening partnerships, and bringing exceptional books to more readers nationwide. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on: a proactive seller who knows the market, thrives on connection, and is energized by our mission that Books. Change. Lives. This is an exempt, salaried position with a range of $60,000–$70,000. Starting pay is based on a thoughtful evaluation of job-related factors including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education to ensure a fair and competitive offer. This role can be hybrid in Naperville or New York or fully remote in the following states: Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Growing sales in the independent bookstore market to exceed sales plans and increase Market share. - Growing POS volume to assigned goals. - Establish and grow relationships with key independent bookstores, the ABA and regional independent bookstore associations. - Creating curated Edelweiss catalogs for the accounts within the territory. - Providing sales analysis, comp analysis and creating impactful key selling points. - Conduct virtual sales calls with virtual follow up. - Manage transactional account orders and business. - Expanding the number of independent bookstore accounts ordering directly from Sourcebooks. - Reintroducing Sourcebooks essential backlist titles to the independent book market. - Securing prime placement, bookseller reviews, indie next nominations for Sourcebooks titles. - Creating regional and national bestsellers within the channel. - Inventory forecasting and revenue budgeting. - Represent publisher at regional and national trade shows. - Manage author events and book signings within your territory. WHAT YOU BRING: - Minimum 3 years book publishing sales experience, preferably with independent bookstores. - Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred. - Working knowledge of Edelweiss. - Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills. - A driven goal-oriented and a collaborative team player with high attention to detail. - Outgoing in nature, comfortable navigating a sales call and proactively going after new business. - Highly organized with the ability to manage many projects at once. - Experience in setting and driving sales strategy to meet goals. - Proficient in standard MS Office programs, sales reporting and analysis. - Experience in forecasting and budgeting. - Must love books! Why Sourcebooks? At Sourcebooks, books change lives is more than just our mission. It’s the reason we do what we do every day. Just ask the 500 million+ readers we've reached so far. We put authors at the heart of everything we do, blending creativity with deep insights and data to break new ground. Our innovative approach has earned us recognition as Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace, a Best Workplace by Inc., and an innovation leader by Fast Company twice. Publishers Weekly named us “by far the most successful self-made publisher operating in the 21st century,” and in 2025 we received the Book Industry Study Group’s highest honor for “redefining what it means to be a book publisher in the 21st century.” 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 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, & generous paid time off. Sourcebooks values 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.

Title: Information Security Officer Location: Naperville, IL Full Time Experienced Job Description: Sourcebooks is seeking an Information Security Officer to own and manage key components of the company’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) and help strengthen our security and compliance program. This role plays an important part in protecting company systems, data, and operations by leading risk management activities, coordinating security audits, managing policy governance, and supporting business continuity planning. The Information Security Officer will work closely with IT, Legal, and business stakeholders across the organization to ensure the company maintains strong security governance, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience. This is an exempt, salaried position with a range of $110, 000 - $120,00/annually. Starting pay is based on a thoughtful evaluation of job-related factors including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education to ensure a fair and competitive offer. This is a hybrid role based out of our Naperville, IL office with training 5 days/week in office for the first 90 days. Hybrid schedule will be discussed after 90 days. What you’ll do - Manage and help mature the company’s Information Security Management System (ISMS). - Lead risk assessments, control gap assessments, and Business Impact Analyses (BIA). - Maintain the organization’s risk register and track key risk indicators (KRIs) and security metrics. - Coordinate remediation activities to address security risks and control gaps. - Support internal and external security audits and regulatory compliance initiatives. Business Continuity & Resilience - Maintain and coordinate the company’s Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery program. - Lead Business Impact Analyses with stakeholders to identify critical systems and operational dependencies. - Support periodic testing of continuity and recovery plans. Policy Governance - Develop, maintain, and enforce information security policies, standards, and guidelines aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. - Partner with the Legal team to ensure policies address regulatory, privacy, and contractual obligations. - Promote adoption of security policies across the organization and support compliance monitoring. Third-Party Risk - Assess security risks related to vendors and service providers that access company systems or data. - Support security reviews for new vendors and coordinate remediation activities related to third-party security findings. Fraud & Threat Monitoring - Monitor external threat intelligence to identify potential fraud or malicious activity. - Coordinate with Legal and external services to address domain spoofing, impersonation, and related threats. Security Awareness & Program Support - Support cybersecurity awareness initiatives including phishing simulations and employee training. - Track security initiatives and communicate program progress, risks, and accomplishments to leadership. - Develop security metrics and reporting to communicate the organization’s risk posture and program maturity. What you bring: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field. - 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, technology risk, governance/risk/compliance (GRC), or technical compliance roles. - Strong understanding of security governance, policy development, and risk management practices. - Experience supporting security audits and regulatory compliance initiatives. - Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, ISO 27701, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP800-53, NIST SP800-171, PCI-DSS, HITRUST, or CMMC. - Experience evaluating and implementing security controls. - Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills. - Familiarity with Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) tools. Nice to have - Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC. - Experience supporting Business Continuity Planning or Disaster Recovery programs. - Experience working within an ISO-aligned Information Security Management System. Why Sourcebooks? As Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We’re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we’ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more! 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, 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, and generous paid time off. Sourcebooks values 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.

We’re looking for a Junior AI Developer to join our Automation & AI team at Sourcebooks, an independent publisher that recently cracked the Big Five. This is an early-career, hands-on role where you’ll work alongside experienced AI leaders to build real, production-ready tools that support editorial, marketing, sales, and operations teams. If you’re excited by practical AI, curious about how technology can help scale a creative business in a moment of rapid growth, and eager to learn through mentorship and meaningful work, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact from day one. This position can be hybrid in Naperville, Illinois or NYC, or fully remote in the following states ONLY: AZ, CT, IL, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, NJ, NY, NV, OR, PA, TN, TX, AND WI. Occasional in-person meetings may be required. The salary range for this role is $95,000 - $105,000/annually. We determine starting pay based on a thorough evaluation of job-related factors, including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education. This process ensures a fair and competitive salary that aligns with both the company and the candidate’s qualifications.   What you’ll do: - Build and maintain AI-powered applications that transform how we publish books. You'll work with modern AI frameworks (OpenAI APIs, Azure OpenAI, Anthropic Claude) to create practical solutions that help editorial, marketing, sales, and operations teams work more efficiently. - Develop workflow automations that integrate AI functionality with our existing publishing systems. Under the guidance of our Director of Automation & AI, you'll implement API integrations, create custom tools for content analysis and market research, and help maintain our growing library of AI-powered automations. - Collaborate directly with teams across the company to understand their challenges and translate business needs into technical solutions. You'll participate in requirements gathering, testing, and user training while learning the unique workflows of modern publishing. - Create clear documentation that helps both technical and non-technical users understand and maintain the systems you build. You'll maintain project notes, write technical specifications, and contribute to our team knowledge base. - Learn continuously through hands-on work, code reviews, and mentorship from experienced developers. You'll stay current with AI research and tools, experiment with proof-of-concept projects, and develop deep expertise in publishing technology while building production systems that create measurable business impact. What you bring: Technical Foundation - Working knowledge of Python for scripting and automation, along with familiarity with AI concepts and at least one major AI API (OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google AI). - You understand version control with Git, basic testing practices, and how to organize code effectively. - You're comfortable working with REST APIs and webhooks, and you have experience manipulating data in formats like JSON and CSV. Experience & Portfolio - 0-2 years of professional software development experience or demonstrated personal/academic projects using AI/ML technologies. - You have a portfolio (GitHub, personal website, or academic work) that shows your hands-on coding experience and problem-solving approach. - Most importantly, you have a strong interest in AI/ML and genuine enthusiasm for building production applications that solve real business problems. Mindset & Approach - You're eager to learn rapidly in the fast-changing AI landscape and excited by the challenge of solving business problems with technology. - You communicate clearly in writing and conversation, ask good questions, and know when to seek help. - You work well in teams, welcome feedback, and approach challenges with curiosity and analytical thinking. You're committed to continuous improvement and building reliable, user-friendly systems that enhance rather than replace human creativity. Why Sourcebooks? As Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We’re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we’ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more! Ready to Apply: Please submit your resume, salary requirements, and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Show us your passion and creativity — we’re looking for someone who’s as enthusiastic about this opportunity as we are! 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 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, & generous paid time off. Sourcebooks values 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.

We are currently seeking an eBook Production Specialist (Contractor) to support a high-volume backlist accessibility initiative. Reporting to the Senior Print Production Manager and working closely with the eBook Production Coordinator, this is a 6-month, part-time contract role. It is ideal for someone with 3–5 years of experience in digital publishing or eBook production who is ready to take ownership of a structured, high-volume workflow. The right candidate is a self-starter who operates well independently, is highly organized and process-oriented, and brings a strong focus on quality and accountability. This role will focus exclusively on preparing, tracking, and quality-checking eBook files as they move through our outsourced conversion workflow, ensuring our backlist catalog meets current quality and accessibility standards. This is a remote contract position at $28 per hour, capped at 29 hours per week. The role is fully remote, and a company computer and necessary software will be provided. What You’ll Do Accessibility Workflow Management - Prepare and validate backlist eBook files for vendor conversion - Ensure files meet internal specifications - Manage title intake and maintain organized tracking systems Vendor Coordination - Send files to external conversion partner - Monitor turnaround timelines and proactively flag delays - Ingest completed files into internal systems - Coordinate corrections and resubmissions as needed Quality Assurance - Perform structured spot checks on converted eBook files - Verify file integrity, formatting accuracy, and accessibility elements - Maintain consistency in metadata and file naming standards Production Tracking & Reporting - Track monthly production against defined volume targets - Maintain accurate documentation of title status - Identify workflow gaps and contribute to process improvements What You Bring - 3-5 years experience in publishing production and digital workflows - Strong organizational and time-management skills - Exceptional attention to detail - Ability to manage repetitive, high-volume work with accuracy and consistency - Comfort working independently in a remote environment - Clear written communication skills - Proficiency on the Macintosh platform and Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Photoshop - Familiarity with eBook reader software, particularly Kindle Previewer and Adobe Digital Editions - Understanding of eBook accessibility standards and specifications - Must love books — and believe they should be accessible to every reader Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position. Sourcebooks values 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. As Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We’re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we’ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more.

We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented Smartsheet Data Administrator (Contract) to join our Adult Publishing Operations team. In this six-month role, you’ll help manage Smartsheet title schedules, maintain data accuracy, and support reporting tools that keep our publishing workflow running smoothly. This is a remote contract position (6 months) with a pay rate of $35/hour and a maximum of 40 hours per week. What you’ll do: • Input and update scheduling data for active and upcoming titles in Smartsheet. • Support secondary schedule setup and adjustments for reflows or delivery changes. • Maintain dashboards and assist with reporting tasks. • Collaborate with Managing Editors to ensure up-to-date and accurate timelines. • Contribute to system upkeep and continuous process improvement. What you bring: • Prior experience in publishing operations, production, or managing editorial preferred but not required. • Strong organizational, attention to detail, and communication skills. • Proficiency in Smartsheet or similar project management tools. • Ability to work independently in a remote environment. • Enthusiasm for supporting process and system improvements. Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position. Sourcebooks values 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. As Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We’re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we’ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more.