Audiobook Editor: Casting & Editorial Lead (Hybrid)

Publishers Association Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid pattern 2 days in office / 3 at

Holidays 25 days

Private medical insurance

Ride to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP)

Job summary

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc. is seeking an Audio Editor to lead editorial delivery of audiobook titles from the Head of Zeus list, managing casting and coordination with authors, agents and internal teams. This is a hands-on role for a collaborative publishing environment.

You will oversee multiple projects, maintain budget discipline, and contribute to Bloomsbury’s high-quality audio standards in a hybrid London setup with 2 office days and 3 home-based days.

Qualifications

• Well organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building ability.
• Attention to detail, with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
• Commercial awareness and ability to work within budget constraints.
• An ear for casting and a diverse approach to finding the right voice for every book.
• An understanding of the audio market and key trends.

Responsibilities

• The Audio Editor will be responsible for the editorial delivery of audiobook titles across Bloomsbury’s Head of Zeus lists.
• This includes casting, liaising with authors and agents, and working closely with internal teams to ensure high-quality productions are delivered on time and within budget.
• Great at building relationships both internally and externally, you’ll be confident in negotiating with agents, attending studios and building a rapport with colleagues across the business.
• As part of a collaborative editorial team, you will contribute to the success of the wider audio list and uphold Bloomsbury’s creative standards in audio publishing.

Skills

Well organised

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Casting ear

Audio market understanding

Job description

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc. is seeking an Audio Editor to lead editorial delivery of audiobook titles from the Head of Zeus list, managing casting and coordination with authors, agents and internal teams. This is a hands-on role for a collaborative publishing environment.

You will oversee multiple projects, maintain budget discipline, and contribute to Bloomsbury’s high-quality audio standards in a hybrid London setup with 2 office days and 3 home-based days.