Associate Content Manager, Humanities & Social Sciences (HSS)

At Macmillan Learning, we're committed to driving innovation that transforms education. We seek team members who thrive on pushing boundaries, envisioning future possibilities, and building solutions that make a lasting impact. Whether you're a Pioneer shaping bold new ideas, a Builder turning possibilities into reality, or a Stabilizer optimizing for success, you'll play a vital role in advancing our mission. If you're excited by the prospect of testing new technologies, implementing transformative strategies, and thriving in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!  

The Associate Content Manager is responsible for driving the successful execution of a wide range of projects – from core text revisions to continuous courseware updates to the development of new courseware. The Associate Content Manager will lead their assigned projects and support Content Managers with complex revisions and other initiatives. This role manages project schedules, budgets, handoffs, and cross-functional communication to keep development work moving smoothly and efficiently throughout the development phase. Associate Content Managers also recruit, contract, and manage contributors and vendors responsible for producing core text content, animations, videos, and assessments, ensuring all deliverables meet Macmillan's requirements and standards.

During development, the Associate Content Manager works in close partnership with Content Developers, Course Product Managers, Content Project Managers, Media Project Managers, and Editorial Assistants to ensure that every component of a project comes together on time, within budget, and aligned with customer and learner needs.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive on making things happen. If you’re someone who instinctively keeps teams aligned, timelines on track, and potential issues resolved before they escalate, the Associate Content Manager position offers the opportunity to lead complex content initiatives from idea to execution. Success in this role requires a blend of logistical expertise, creative problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. It formalizes and elevates this work – giving you the tools, authority, and focus to help deliver a unified, high-quality learning experience. This role does not have managerial responsibilities.

We know that talented candidates sometimes hesitate to apply when they don't meet every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply if you're excited about this role and believe you can contribute meaningfully to our team, even if your background doesn't align perfectly with every requirement. We're looking for people who are passionate about our mission and can bring valuable perspectives to our work. Different experiences, skills, and approaches all have the potential to strengthen what we do. If this opportunity interests you, we'd love to hear how your unique background and abilities could contribute to our team's success. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone can do their best work and where diverse viewpoints are valued. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply - we're excited to learn about the different ways you might add value to our organization.      

Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Lead assigned projects and support Content Managers in project tasks for complex revisions and other initiatives.
• Build and maintain detailed project schedules for core text and course-related deliverables (e.g. NGA items, LearningCurve, iClicker/lecture slides, test banks, interactives, videos/animations).
• Define milestones, dependencies, and critical paths in partnership with Content Developers, production's Content Project Managers, Course Product Managers, and Media Project Managers.
• Create and maintain project trackers, dashboards, and documentation (e.g., media grids, art/permission logs, JIRA maintenance).
• Project manage technical remediation efforts .

Execution & Coordination

• Facilitate handoffs and collaboration between content creators (authors, vendors, contractors), Content Developers, Media Project Managers, and Content Project Managers for core text and course-related content.
• Maintain existing content as needed, including responding to customer feedback and tickets, adjusting content for technology upgrades, and ensuring content meets required standards for accessibility and customer delivery.
• Delegate to Content Developers or contractors as needed for content remediation.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders and contributors, keeping everyone aligned and informed.
• Flag risks and obstacles early and develop mitigation plans with Content Managers and leadership.

Resource Management

• Assign tasks and deliverables to content creators to deliver on all aspects of the content development plan, as defined by the Content Developer and ML standards.
• Recruit, hire, and manage vendors or freelancers to work as content creators, assessment authors, accuracy checkers, and animation/video producers.
• Track and manage project budgets.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce rework, and streamline operations.
• Implement new tools or systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 1–2 years of experience in project management or a related role, preferably with exposure to print or digital educational products.
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, milestones, and handoffs for concurrent tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and escalating risks.
• Foundational understanding of or exposure to vendor and contractor coordination, including negotiating with vendors and contractors, managing contracts, and ensuring delivery within approved budgets.
• Ability to coordinate and support a diverse network of external resources, such as freelancers and contributors.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies within a continuous improvement mindset.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across functions and roles, including authors, content creators, freelancers, vendors, and all internal team members.
• Clear and effective communication skills for sharing complex information to a variety of stakeholders verbally, in writing, and in presentation.
• Ability to work within a structured workflow while maintaining accountability at all stages of a project.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Familiarity with project management interfaces such as JIRA/Confluence.
• Interest in or experience using AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, NotebookLM) to assist with project workflows or communication efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with HTML and XML, Google Apps Script, and programming languages a plus.
• Ability to adapt to changing systems.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, automation, and AI-enabled workflows, with a willingness to explore and adopt new tools that improve team productivity.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce manual effort, or improve project visibility and communication.
• Proven ability to balance structure and flexibility, adapting quickly to changing priorities while maintaining progress toward project goals.

Salary: This is an entry level role and the salary is $50,000/ year.

Exemption status: Non- Exempt

Physical Requirements:

Requires periods of close concentration. The employee must be able to multitask, must be able to sit for long periods, must be able to concentrate in a noisy/busy environment.

The position is eligible for remote employment, excluding the following locations: Alaska, Arkansas, Hawaii, Mississippi, South Dakota, West Virginia, Wyoming.    

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