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We expect to hire in between $53,000- $60,000 for this position.\nHuman Kinetics is headquartered in Champaign, IL. This position is eligible for on-site, hybrid, or fully remote work. Remote workers may not reside in the following locations: CA, CO, Washington, D.C., HI, MA, Montgomery County, MD, MN, NM, NJ, NY, RI, & WA.\nApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.\nApplicants are not obligated to disclose expunged juvenile records of adjudication, arrest, or conviction as part of the application process.\nHuman Kinetics is committed to building a more diverse workforce. We welcome BIPOC candidates and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.\nHuman Kinetics is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Human Kinetics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR at 217-403-7543.\nHuman Kinetics Compensation & Benefits Information\nOur compensation philosophy is to value the contributions of all HK employees and to reward exceptional performance exceptionally. To do that, we provide a standard increase to all HK staff, and we award merit increases and bonuses to people who make extraordinary contributions to the work we do.\nLearn more about our perks and benefits here: https://us.humankinetics.com/pages/human-kinetics-compensation-benefits-information\nJob Summary\nAs a member of either the AC or TP Editorial Department, the Developmental Editor I (DE I) is the ProdDev expert responsible for reviewing and developing text manuscripts and supporting graphic elements (design features, illustrations, photographs) to meet the needs of the reader according to the quality, budget, and schedule expectations established by the Acquisitions Editor. The DE I functions at the Proficient level in all aspects of the position.\nRequirements\nEssential Functions\n1. Evaluates manuscripts or manuscript batches to assess adherence to acquisition vision and identifies changes that need to be made. Evaluates manuscript organization, content, tone, style, and completeness.\n2. Writes manuscript reviews that accurately and professionally identify weaknesses and problem areas and offer specific and efficient solutions and examples that help the author write subsequent chapters or implement the revisions. Helps create templates for authors to write to when necessary.\n3. As appropriate, provides guidance to freelancers or authors about strategies for ensuring HK content reflects diversity and inclusiveness, and is free of bias. Considers evolving accessibility guidelines for print and digital content and works with HK teammates to apply them as appropriate for the needs of the project.\n4. Develops art and photo manuscripts and video shoot lists according to quantity and cost guidelines. Assists with photo/video shoots as needed. Makes good decisions regarding the use of art and photos to illustrate and reinforce content.\n5. Ensures design transmittal materials effectively represent book content and that the graphic design plan is appropriate for the intended audience and for the design level of the project.\n6. Identifies all items that need permission, obtains source information from the author, and transmits materials to the Permissions Manager. Works with authors to rework items that need permission when possible, in an effort to avoid costly permission fees.\n7. Typemarks manuscripts and ensures callouts for non-text elements are complete and placed appropriately, or provides guidance to Production Editors in the completion of this task.\n8. Ensures accurate art, photo, and permissions data and costs are recorded according to established procedures so that reports are complete, providing guidance to Production Editors in the completion of this task as appropriate. Keeps the publication schedule updated with accurate schedule and project data.\n9. When appropriate, ensures ancillary cross-references are integrated with the text in terms of content and follow HK standards, discussing with the Instructional Designer (ID) as needed. Once established, shares book scheduling information with the E-Learning Department. When appropriate, collaborates with ID on the development of ancillaries that are derived from the print product.\n10. Completes castoffs accurately. Resolves page count issues before Managing Editor (ME) assignment or transitioning to Publication Services Manager (PSM) for outsourcing.\n11. Ensures projects are properly revised, accurate, and complete before starting manuscript prep or transitioning project to PSM for full-service outsourcing. Prepares complete project materials for internal colleagues or authors at various stages according to established procedures as needed. Provides all necessary project pieces and details to allow ME or PSM to successfully and independently manage the suite following project handoff.\n12. Contributes to HK’s profitability by working productively and ensuring project budgets and schedules are met. Suggests improvements to editorial processes or systems to increase efficiency and promote innovation. During periods of lighter workload, assists colleagues with tasks as needed.\nJob Qualifications\nEducation:\nHigh school diploma required.\nKnows the rules of U.S. English grammar and style and can recognize errors.\nHas knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style.\nUnderstands the systems and procedures for developing manuscripts, including accompanying graphic elements.\nCan recognize poorly constructed sentences and paragraphs.\nCan identify ineffective organizational structure in long-form written content.\nHas well-honed reading comprehension and can understand content about topics that are unfamiliar.\nDemonstrated proficiency on HK’s diagnostic developmental editor test.\nCan perform basic math and is familiar with the functions of spreadsheets\nPreferred or Specialized Education:\nBachelor’s or advanced degree, preferably in a language-related field, instructional design, or one of the sport sciences.\nRequired Experience:\nHas at least 5 years of print or online publishing experience outside HK (or at least 3 years at HK if advancing from ME II or another internal position).\nProficiency with the complete Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), including accuracy in data entry. Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat DC.\nProficiency with publishing technology and productivity, collaboration, and communication software tools.\nCompetencies:\nHK Values:\nIntegrity\nResourcefulness\nEffort\nRespect\nTeamwork\nStewardship\nPlus ProdDev Competencies:\nAccountability\nAdaptability\nAttention to detail\nComputer literacy\nDecision making\nFinancial awareness\nFunctional expertise and usage\nPlanning and organizing\nQuality orientation\nResults orientation\nStress tolerance\nPlus, for Developmental Editor I role:\nConceptual thinking\nInitiative\nInterpersonal understanding\nNegotiating\nOral communication\nOrganizational awareness\nPersuasiveness\nSelf-confidence\nWritten communication\nPreferred Competencies:\nCustomer focus\nInnovation orientation\nJob Demands:\nOffice Equipment: Frequent Computer-Windows use. Occasional Telephone and Teams calls. Rare copier/printer/scanner use.\nMental Demands: Frequent problem solving, organization, reading/writing, managing one's own time and making decisions skills required. Occasionally, this position required interpreting data and supervising project instruction/guidance with a team.\nWorking Conditions: Indoor office environment.\nPhysical Demands: Frequent sitting, typing, and seeing. Occasional standing, talking and hearing. Rare walking, lifting (>10) and carrying.\nFT Remote or Hybrid: Frequent Online video/phone/text communications/availability during office hours, HR-approved home office setup, and HK's home internet specs/standards met.\nOther Duties\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 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