O'Reilly Media, Inc. spreads the knowledge of innovators through its books, online services, magazine, and conferences. Since 1978, O'Reilly has been a chronicler and catalyst of leading-edge development, homing in on the technology trends that really matter and spurring their adoption by amplifying "faint signals" from the alpha geeks who are creating the future. An active participant in the technology community, the company has a long history of advocacy, meme-making, and evangelism.
eBook Distribution Specialist
The eBook Distribution Specialist is responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of new and updated content into all of O'Reilly's digital distribution channels. This position coordinates and manages the project flow of digital products; assesses problems, troubleshoots, and resolves issues reported by partners, customers, and coworkers. This position reports to the Publishing Services Manager, and is located at our offices in Cambridge, MA.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage the integration of eBook and new content into digital retail channels (iTunes Store, Kindle Store, Android Market, direct, etc.)
Coordinate the addition of new digital channels into company product mix
Track and manage eBook and content updates
Grasp technical concepts, tools, and specifications quickly
Communicate clearly across multiple departments, vendors, and personalities with varying degrees of technical abilities
Troubleshoot and solve problems reported by partners, customers, and coworkers
Understand and explain technical data to non-technical colleagues (examples: data transmission, ONIX, FTP, images, metadata, eBook file formats)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:
4-year college degree in communications, publishing, computer science, or other related field, or combination of relevant education and experience
3+ years work experience with responsibilities in a technical capacity
Demonstrated proficiency in XML and XML-related technologies (XSLT, XQuery, etc.), XHTML, CSS
Demonstrated project management skills
Working knowledge of the design and utilization of complex digital publishing systems
Working knowledge of various eBook formats and technologies
General knowledge of digital metadata elements, particularly ONIX and the Atom Publishing Protocol
Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently within team environment and cross-departmentally
Ability to manage vendor relationships including professionals in various specialties
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
No relocation available for this position. No telecommuting. This is an onsite position only.
OReilly Media, Inc. was created to provide interesting work for interesting people. We follow our dreams, our curiosity, and our sense of what's important. Headquartered in Sebastopol, CA, with multi-state and international offices, the company provides opportunities to work, learn, and exchange ideas with the most talented people in the industry. We also provide a competitive compensation/benefits package. If this sounds appealing and you would like to learn more, we invite you to visit our website at www.oreilly.com. If you feel you have the qualifications, please email your resume and cover letter directly to jobs@oreilly.com.
OReilly Media, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
- Location: Cambridge
- Compensation: DOE, with comprehensive benefits
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