Biteback Publishing: Desk Editor FTC

BookBrunch Limited; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the publishing sector is seeking a dynamic Desk Editor to join their team. This role is perfect for an experienced editor looking to advance their career. You will be responsible for steering books through all stages of the editorial process, ensuring authors receive personalized attention. The position offers a blend of office and remote work, allowing for flexibility. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent proofreading skills, and a passion for politics and current affairs, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the publishing world.

Qualifications

• Solid copy-editing experience in non-fiction publishing.
• First-class knowledge of language and grammar.

Responsibilities

• Copy-editing non-fiction manuscripts swiftly and accurately.
• Providing thoughtful, responsive author care.

Skills

Copy-editing

Proofreading

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of Language and Grammar

Interest in Politics and Current Affairs

Education

Experience in Non-Fiction Publishing

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Job description

'If you’re an efficient, enthusiastic, eagle-eyed editor with good initiative and impeccable attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you'

Biteback is Britain’s leading publisher of political and current affairs titles, with our wider list including history, espionage, sport, memoir and general non-fiction. We’re seeking a dynamic Desk Editor to cover a fixed-term period of leave starting in early August.

Reporting to the Editorial Director, the newest member of our team will be involved in steering books through all stages of the editorial process, from original manuscript to print-ready files, and ensuring our authors receive an attentive, bespoke service.

If you’re an efficient, enthusiastic, eagle-eyed editor with good initiative and impeccable attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you.

The role will include:

• Copy-editing non-fiction manuscripts swiftly and accurately
• Providing thoughtful, responsive author care
• Clearing image permissions
• Liaising with freelance typesetters, proofreaders, indexers and cover designers
• Inputting text corrections using InDesign

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Solid copy-editing experience, ideally gained within a non-fiction book publisher
• First-class knowledge of language and grammar
• Excellent proofreading and attention to detail
• Knowledge of the book production process
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities
• The ability to work accurately under pressure and to deadlines
• Good communication skills, with some experience of liaising with authors
• An interest in politics and current affairs

Familiarity with Adobe InDesign software will be an advantage, as will an interest in sport.

Please note that this is not an entry-level position. This would be a terrific second or third job for either an experienced Assistant Editor ready to take the next step up or an established Editor looking to branch out in a new direction.

Location: London, working three days a week in our Westminster office and two days a week from home (or fully office-based if preferred)

How to apply: Send a CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for the role, and including current salary and notice period, addressed to Olivia Beattie at [e-mail]

Biteback welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, particularly those who are under-represented in the publishing industry. Just let us know if there are any adjustments you need to ensure a level playing field during the recruitment process.