Senior Production Editor – Books

Redwood Publishing Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in academic publishing is seeking a skilled Production Editor to join their friendly team in London. This hybrid role involves managing the production of books and online products, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Candidates should have a strong background in book production, excellent copyediting and proofreading abilities, and a keen eye for detail. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your editorial skills in a supportive environment while contributing to a range of engaging projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in book production, especially in academic publishing.
• Strong copyediting and proofreading skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning and briefing freelancers for various projects.
• Managing the print process for new titles and reprints.

Skills

Copyediting

Proofreading

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Tools

Database Software

Spreadsheet Software

Internet Tools

Job description

LOCATION: LONDON - HYBRID 3 DAYS IN OFFICE

We are working with a fabulous London based academic publishing organisation to recruit an experienced Production Editor to work on a range of books, reprints and online products. This role will work on a hybrid basis and will report to the Production Manager, ensuring that material is produced on time, within budget and to appropriate quality standards.

Key responsibilities of this role will include but are not limited to:

• Commissioning and briefing freelancers
• Dealing with suppliers
• Checking all material for quality, legal and technical problems
• Copyediting/proofreading material
• Liaising with commissioning editors and authors on the presentation of material
• Costing projects and creating production schedules
• Managing the print process for new titles and reprints

We are looking for candidates with book production experience, ideally from an academic publishing environment. You will have up to date knowledge of the book production processes and strong copyediting and proofreading skills. A keen eye for detail is a must as are sound organisational and communication skills. You will have sound IT skills plus database, internet and spreadsheet experience.

This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a successful, friendly team and develop your production/editorial skills, working for a highly professional organisation.

This role offers an attractive salary and excellent company benefits.

To find out further information please send your CV and a short cover note to: [e-mail]