Production Specialist, Kids & Little Kids (National Geographic)

Job description

Job Posting Title

Production Specialist, Kids & Little Kids (National Geographic)

Req ID

10156504 Job Description: Provide print production support for Kids and Little Kids publications, ensuring pages are accurate, complete, and production-ready. Partner with Editorial and Design teams to manage assets, corrections, proofing, and final release activities.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review pages for production, proofing, and release. Coordinate asset placement, including illustrations and replacement files. Implement and track corrections through proof cycles. Perform quality control checks on layouts and production files. Collaborate with editors and designers to resolve production issues. Monitor schedules, approvals, and production milestones.

Basic Qualifications

3+ years of print production, publishing, or related experience. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of print production, proofing, and prepress workflows. Experience coordinating artwork, illustrations, and complex page assets. Ability to troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions independently.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Publishing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Education

Advanced coursework, certification, or specialized training in publishing, print production, graphic design, or related disciplines The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $79,400 to $106,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment

National Geographic Job Posting Primary Business: National Geographic (DET)

Primary Job Posting Category

Editorial - Graphic Development Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Washington, DC, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-07-21