We are working on an exciting publishing opportunity for a junior level Production Editor to join the Academic division of a top provider of editorial and production services to the publishing industry. They are now looking to hire a Production Editor to join their friendly team and help them look after their Academic Book and Journals publishers. Our client is a fast-growing company responsible for the project management of academic and educational resources and they are looking for a meticulous and highly organised person to work on various editorial projects.
This position is a remote based role but you need to be based in the UK.
In this role, you will be managing a list of book production projects and oversee them from manuscript submission through delivery.
Key aspects of the role include:
* Liaising with authors, suppliers and external collaborators, and commissioning freelance work (proofreading, copy-editing, indexing)
* Providing editorial and production support to the team
* Managing the production schedule of multiple titles
* Attend production meetings
* Providing accurate feedback on suppliers
* Assisting with ad hoc duties to maintain an accurate production workflow
The ideal candidate will be able to juggle different priorities and work well in a friendly team. This is the perfect role for someone dreaming of a career in academic publishing, and eager to learn more about the editorial and production processes.
For a full description of the role, please send your CV with a brief paragraph outlining your relevant skills.
Closing Date: Early applications may be prioritised.
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