Audiobook Production Specialist

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCoOrdinator Full time $90,000 - $108,000
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Audiobook Co-ordinator to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for casting, hiring, scheduling, administering, and coordinating all audiobook recordings in conjunction with our publishing partners.

  • Casting narrators and/or authors to read books aloud
  • Liaising with publishers, agents, authors, and coordinating the hiring of narrators and studios to complete audio recordings by deadline
  • Scheduling of narrators and/or authors in Australia and at external studios located in various countries based on talent location
  • Quality control to produce high-quality products for digital and physical supply to markets
  • File management, coordination of manuscripts, and data entry, and general administrative tasks related to audiobook production
  • Actively searching for new narrators through contacting agents and casting calls
  • Coordination and administration of production contracts and documentation
About You

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Demonstrated experience in production management and handling a high production workload
  • Exceptional organisational and administration skills
  • Advanced Excel skills – highly familiar with large spreadsheets
  • Ability to plan effectively and manage changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to follow through
  • Experience working autonomously
  • Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal/relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work well in a production team
  • Process-driven with a focus on maintaining high-quality output
  • A passion for books in all formats, reading, and publishing
Benefits and Development

To reward dedication and hard work, we offer an attractive remuneration package. We prioritise personal and professional development with ongoing training and opportunities for advancement within the organisation.

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