Production Editor

Redwood Publishing Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing firm in London is looking for a Production Editor to join their non-fiction books publishing team. This hybrid role involves liaising with authors, checking and proofreading manuscripts, and ensuring high-quality production standards. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and strong communication skills. Attractive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Company benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in book production editorial.
• Strong interest in networking with authors.
• Sound understanding of copyediting and proofreading standards.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with authors for timely manuscript delivery.
• Answering author queries related to book production.
• Checking and proofreading manuscripts for adherence to style.

Skills

Book production editorial experience

Copyediting

Proofreading

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Job description

We are working on a lovely Production Editor vacancy, for a successful London based publisher, who are looking to appoint an experienced Production Editor to join their non-fiction books publishing team.

This role can be worked on a hybrid basis in their London office 3 days a week and 2 days from home.

Responsibilities include :

• Liaising with authors to ensure timely delivery of manuscripts
• Answering author queries related to book production
• Check, proofread, and on occasion copyedit manuscripts to ensure format adheres to house style
• Maintain accurate book information on company database
• Preparing back-cover blurb and liaise with designers for book covers
• Attending regular team meetings to discuss progress of manuscripts

In this role, you will help to develop and shape the production process, ensuring the highest quality of service is provided.

The successful candidate will have proven experience from a book production editorial background with at least 2 years minimum experience. With your strong interest in networking with authors, you will also have a sound understanding of copyediting and proofreading standards. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential as you will manage multiple projects. The ability to work independently as well as in a team in a dynamic, international environment is also essential.

This role carries an attractive salary and company benefits. If you would like further information on this new role, please send your CV with a brief cover note outlining your interest and salary expectations to: [e-mail]

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