Rights & Special Projects Manager

McGill University

9d ago

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Full-time
Mid Level
Montréal
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You need a relevant degree, project management skills, knowledge of copyright and publishing, proficiency in Microsoft 365, and strong English communication skills. French is a plus.
You will manage book publishing processes, oversee multimedia projects, negotiate contracts, handle budgets, liaise with foreign publishers, and advise on copyright issues while supervising staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Arts or Management, graduate degree and Project Management certification desirable.
Good knowledge of Microsoft 365. Experience with project management software desirable.
Familiarity with SQL databases desirable.
Digital production experience in ebooks, multimedia, and/or audio production desirable.
Excellent time-management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Familiarity with domestic and international copyright law as it relates to publishing.
Understanding of and ability to draft publishing contracts.
Knowledge of the publishing process from the proposal to the finished book, including editorial, design, and production.
Knowledge of scholarly publishing preferred.
Available to travel up to 2-3 weeks per year.
Strong spoken and written English. Spoken and written French desirable.
Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

Responsibilities

Manage select book titles through the entire publishing process, from point of acquisition through production and delivery such as production of translations, additional multimedia content related to books and projects outside the MQUP imprint (i.e. institutional histories, service projects, etc.).
Oversee press wide production of digital and/or multimedia initiatives which may include production process refinement or standalone revenue generating projects. Develop and implement processes to meet accessible production certifications or related standards. Develop and manage digital or multimedia production streams.
Manage related project budgets, assign and distribute the work to internal or external stakeholders and act as the primary contact for the external partner.
Draft and negotiate related contracts.
With the relevant internal and external stakeholders, revise, develop and implement press wide initiatives to meet new standards/certifications and best practices. External stakeholders may include authors, partner publishers or organizations, regulatory bodies, etc.
Plan and follow up with internal departments regarding timeline and budget; ensure project/book advancement and that deliverables are completed as per set schedule.
Attend international rights fairs and conferences; develop and manage international publishing networks.
Liaise and negotiate with foreign publishers to sell and purchase territorial and translation rights, including co-publications, in print, digital, and other formats.
Evaluate offers from and make offers to authors/publishers. Make recommendations on rights to purchase and negotiate terms of contracts for sale and/or purchase of rights or co-publication. Collaborate with internal staff and freelancers to administer and execute both sold and purchased co-publications through acquisition and production.
Advise Press staff and authors on permissions and copyright questions as necessary.
Stay abreast of copyright law, conventions, practices, and issues from a national and international perspective, including digital rights, open access, and fair dealing/fair use.
Directly supervise the work of a permissions assistant. Conduct regular meetings, assign and verify work.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Rights & Special Projects Manager.

Who does the Rights & Special Projects Manager report to?

The Rights & Special Projects Manager reports to the Executive Director of McGill-Queen’s University Press.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Rights & Special Projects Manager?

The primary responsibilities include managing rights sales, publishing agreements, overseeing the publishing process for selected book titles, and liaising with foreign publishers for co-publications and translations.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Arts or Management is required, with a graduate degree and Project Management certification desirable.

Is experience with project management software necessary?

Yes, experience with project management software is desirable for this position.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours for the Rights & Special Projects Manager position are 33.75 hours per week, which is considered full-time.

Is travel required for this job?

Yes, the position requires travel for up to 2-3 weeks per year.

What languages are required for this position?

Strong spoken and written English is required, and spoken and written French is desirable.

What is the salary range for the Rights & Special Projects Manager position?

The salary range for this position is $63,810.00 - $79,760.00 - $95,710.00.

Does this position require knowledge of copyright law?

Yes, familiarity with domestic and international copyright law as it relates to publishing is required for this position.

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McGill University is one of Canada's best-known institutions of higher learning and one of the leading universities in the world. With students coming to McGill from some 150 countries, our student body is the most internationally diverse of any research-intensive university in the country. McGill was founded in 1821 thanks to a generous bequest by James McGill, and since then, we've grown from a small college to a bustling university with three campuses, 11 faculties, some 300 programs of study, and more than 37,500 students. The University also partners with four affiliated teaching hospitals to graduate over 1,000 health care professionals each year. The goal of McGill University's social media platforms is to strengthen our community, which includes students, faculty, and alumni. The aim is to provide information on events, campus news and promote networking. McGill University fosters freedom of expression, while valuing respect and collegiality. We encourage respectful dialogue and reserve the right to remove the following: Comments deemed offensive, vulgar or profane; comments off-topic and/or unrelated to posted content; content that infringes on an individual's privacy or copyright.