Alfred Music Publishing is a world-leading print music publisher located in Van Nuys, California. We are seeking a person to act as a liaison between our offices and the outside authors in the production of printed music for keyboards. Candidates should be able to play keyboards at a late-intermediate/early-advanced level, be a skilled, accurate copy editor and music proofreader, and be highly organized and detail-oriented.
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DEFINITION
Under direct supervision reporting to the VP of Production, supports keyboard editors and authors in a variety of editorial functions required to produce product.

CORE DUTIES

Depending on assignment, core duties include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Supports appropriate editors, acting as a liaison between our offices and outside authors and / or independent contractors, which includes: facilitating production of covers and front matter; trafficking proofs to appropriate parties; assisting editors in all relevant aspects of production as needed, which may include copyediting, proofreading, or copywriting for publications and / or promotions; completion of Product Information Sheets (product includes sheet music club, supplemental piano, and other keyboard publications).

• Handles piano and keyboard-related updates in the catalog program for the web and print catalogs; coordinates with editors and marketing department to choose sample pages for web, print and promotions.

• Accurately types copy (front matter, introductions, and other miscellaneous text) for production; performs additions, corrections, and edits with appropriate approval(s); photocopies production proofs for editor(s), author(s), and others; actively attends to production quality control of keyboard line, including assistance with final play-through proof of all piano books as needed; coordinates recording sessions for product; forwards copies of all new publications to author and other parties as required by using the strategic planning schedule, in-stock dates, etc. to determine availability.

• Responds to customer queries regarding potential existing product errors by researching, if needed, to determine error validity, communicating with respective senior editor or author, as necessary.

• Supports VP of Keyboard and VP of Production as related to piano product; drives one’s own insured vehicle for occasional company-related errands, if necessary; assists in other areas or departments as needed.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE OF: music concepts equivalent to that acquired through a college degree in music–emphasis in keyboard; English equivalent to that acquired through a college degree.

ABILITY TO: be extremely detail-oriented with respect to data entry, proofreading (music and text) and other various duties; write and edit copy; understand publishing production and printing processes; organize work, maintain schedules and produce reports; multi-task; communicate well with a variety of personalities, both written and verbally; operate a computer; on occasion, lift up to 25 lbs.; possess a valid driver’s license; desirable– proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other database-oriented programs; type minimum 50 w.p.m.

This is a full-time regular non-exempt (paid hourly) position, located in our headquarters in Van Nuys, California. Hours are generally M-F 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. but each department establishes schedules that work best for their department. Alfred offers a generous package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, 401(k), Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). Alfred is closed between Christmas and New Year’s. Casual dress in the office.

Alfred Music Publishing provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age,
physical or mental disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, or sexual orientation. And, we prohibit the harassment of any individual on the basis of any of these characteristics. We will also make reasonable accommodations for individuals who have disabilities, to enable them to perform their jobs. Equal employment opportunity applies in all areas of employment including recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, compensation, benefits, transfers, as well as social and recreational programs. In addition, we prohibit discrimination or retaliation against anyone who files a charge, participates in an investigation or opposes an unlawful act.

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• Location: Van Nuys
• Compensation: $13-$16/hour, depending upon experience
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