Offshoot Editor

Ratna Sagar; New Delhi; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Ratna Sagar is seeking an editor with a passion for books and a strong command of English to join our Delhi team. The role involves brainstorming creative ideas across genres, polishing manuscripts, and ensuring clarity and voice across texts.

You will collaborate with designers to align text with visuals and stay ahead of literary trends. The ideal candidate has at least 2+ years of editing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to multitask while managing multiple deadlines

Qualifications

• 2+ years of editing experience in books.
• Strong command of English in writing, reading and punning.
• Eagle eye for detail and commitment to top-notch content.
• Ability to multitask and manage projects efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Think up wildly creative book ideas across various genres.
• Write, rewrite, and polish original content that captivates readers.
• Edit manuscripts for clarity, grammar, and voice, ensuring every book shines.
• Collaborate with designers to ensure words and visuals work in harmony.
• Stay on top of trends to create books that readers will love.
• Juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines like a pro.

Skills

Editing books

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in English

Tools

MS Word

Grammarly

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Think up wildly creative book ideas across various genres
• Write, rewrite, and polish original content that captivates readers
• Edit manuscripts for clarity, grammar, and voice, making sure every book shines
• Collaborate with designers to ensure words and visuals work in perfect harmony
• Stay on top of trends to create books that readers will love
• Juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines like a pro

Preferred candidate profile

• 2+ years of experience in editing books
• A strong command of English whether writing, reading or making clever puns
• An eagle eye for detail and a commitment to producing top-notch content
• The ability to multitask and manage projects efficiently