Editor (Books)

Company’s Description

Incorporated in 1991, we have more than 30 years of experience in book publishing for Children, Education, General and Christian titles.

Role Description

We are looking for ambitious, motivated and result-oriented individuals to be an Editor in our dynamic Editorial Team. As an editor, your responsibilities will encompass a range of crucial tasks aimed at refining manuscripts to their highest potential. You'll wield your editorial prowess to meticulously review and polish manuscripts, ensuring they adhere to our quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Edit manuscripts for content and language.
• Handle all editorial responsibilities, including developmental editing, copy editing, proofreading and copywriting across digital and print formats.
• Establish good working relationships with authors, clients and partners.
• Manage projects including liaising with stakeholders, authors, translators, editors, graphic designers, printers to ensure timely project delivery and deadlines are met.
• Evaluate book ideas and assist in the planning of new titles.
• To ensure that the progress report for all titles within his/her responsibility is updated and reported to the stakeholder(s) as appropriate.
• Work closely with sales & marketing, logistics & warehouse, finance department to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach to publishing projects.
• Any ad hoc projects as and when required and assigned.

Requirements

• At least 1-2 years of editorial experience
• Degree in English Language/Mass Communications/Journalism and/or Postgraduate Diploma in Education
• Well-organised, meticulous and have strong initiative
• Possess strong and proven project management skills
• Able to deliver high-quality work under demanding deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Prior experience in educational/children/general/non-fiction publishing will be advantageous

Skills

Well Organised, Title Design, GIS projects, Professional Development, Content Writing and Editing, Progress Reporting, Logistics & Warehousing, Liaise With Sales and Marketing, Stakeholder Engagement, Educational Publishing, Time Management, Great communications skills, Copy Editing, Digital Copywriting, Liaising With Authors, Project Management Professional