Production Editor
The Production Editor is responsible for printing, binding, and mailing books and periodicals published by The Augustan Society, Inc. He is named by the Editor-in-Chief and serves at his pleasure.
The Production editor normally has physical possession of our large printer (an HP 5550dn) which can print up to 12&mult;18-inch paper in full color, and for our binder and staplers. Obviously, he must also provide space for paper stock, ink cartridges, labels, and staples as well.
Due to the limitations of Linux printer drivers, it is presently required that he also possess a computer running Windows XP or newer with suitable printer drivers. Other options may prove practical.
It is the responsibility of the Editors of each publication to provide the Production Editor with the copy in an acceptable electronic format. If a proof is found to be improperly formatted, or significant errors found, the matter will be referred back to the Editor responsible for changes. That said, the Production Editor will not be held responsible for any errors in the files submitted.
The Production Editor will request of Headquarters a mailing list for each publication, as well as the desired overprint. The mailing list will usually be provided as a data file that can be printed on suitable labels.
As the Budget is not yet properly structured to provide specific funding for the activities of the Production Editor, he will be reimbursed for any good-faith effort he makes.
Book printing is presently contemplated to involve the Production Editor printing the bodies of the books, and arranging for binding to be done by an outside vendor. Coordination with Headquarters for payment is recommended so that the Production Editor does not have to pay and wait for reimbursement.
The Production Editor is a member of the Communications Committee, and thus is expected to be involved in setting publication standards for print materials.
