Project Coordinator

Publishing and Operations

On-Site | Franklin County, MA

Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

Do you thrive on keeping projects organized, timelines moving, and details perfectly aligned? Are you energized by creative, mission-driven work where your coordination skills directly support high-quality publications and meaningful impact? This could be a strong next step in your career.

We are partnering with a growing, values-driven organization seeking a Project Coordinator to support publishing operations across print and digital materials. This role sits at the center of multiple workflows and works closely with editors, designers, vendors, and internal teams to bring projects from concept to completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, cross-functional collaboration, and seeing tangible results from their efforts.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Contract-to-hire role with long-term potential

• High visibility working directly with editorial leadership

• Blend of administrative coordination and creative publishing work

• Opportunity to develop project management and publishing expertise

• Join a collaborative, mission-focused organization with real impact

What You Will Be Doing

• Coordinate print production activities including quotes, approvals, and delivery timelines

• Serve as a key point of contact with printers, vendors, and warehouse partners

• Organize and maintain publishing files and production documentation

• Support reprints and updates by coordinating edits, corrections, and design changes

• Review printer invoices and collaborate with finance on accuracy and approvals

• Upload print-ready files and monitor production status

• Register new publications with copyright agencies and maintain bibliographic records

• Manage ISBNs, barcodes, and Library of Congress Control Numbers

• Maintain publication databases and an internal library of active titles

• Research cost-effective printing, packaging, and shipping solutions

• Support editor-led publishing and author acquisition initiatives

• Assist editors with project tracking, scheduling, and workflow coordination

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or a related field preferred

• Associate degree or high school diploma with at least three years of relevant experience also considered

• Experience with project coordination, office administration, or publishing support

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities

• Comfort managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365

• Ability to receive feedback and apply style or formatting standards

• Collaborative, dependable, and adaptable work style

Work Environment

• Fully on-site role in Franklin County, MA

• Standard weekday schedule

• Team-oriented, collaborative office setting

If you love managing details, supporting creative processes, and working behind the scenes to bring meaningful content into the world, this role offers a rewarding and stable path forward.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Turners Falls, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Turners Falls,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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