English Editor

Popular Book Co. (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Popular Book Co. (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. seeks an Editorial specialist to edit English assessments for schools and liaise with authors on manuscripts and proofs.

The role involves preparing formats and writing briefs for books, and coordinating with the production team for typesetting, illustrations and cover design. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates should be able to edit in English and Malay, work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g. English Linguistic, TESL/Education) or equivalent.
• Preferred candidate who have at least 1 year of editorial experience in Educational or in publishing industry.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to edit in English and Malay.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Able to multi-task to manage various projects.

Responsibilities

• To edit English assessments for preschools, primary schools and secondary schools.
• To liaise with authors (manuscripts, proof check, school/MOE info or updates).
• To prepare format and writing brief for books offered.
• To work with production team for typesetting, illustrations and cover design.

Skills

English editing

Malay editing

Editorial experience

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

To edit English assessments for preschools, primary schools and secondary schools.

To liaise with authors (manuscripts, proof check, school/MOE info or updates).

To prepare format and writing brief for books offered.

To work with production team for typesetting, illustrations and cover design.

Requirements:

Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g. English Linguistic, TESL/Education) or equivalent.

Preferred candidate who have at least 1 year of editorial experience in Educational or in publishing industry.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Must be able to edit in English and Malay.

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Able to multi-task to manage various projects.

Unlock job insights

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Founded in 1924, we are an established brand with a wide network and strong market share in the Malaysia retail scene. Our core businesses are in retailing, publishing, distribution and we are now moving into a new business segment i.e. e-learning. Our global operations span across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Macau, China, Taiwan and Canada. We have maintained our competitive edge by continually striving towards better business practices and strengthening our commitment to serve our customers in the best possible way.

In line with our rapid expansion needs, we are now seeking for bright minds and trendsetters to join our growing team in Malaysia.

Founded in 1924, we are an established brand with a wide network and strong market share in the Malaysia retail scene. Our core businesses are in retailing, publishing, distribution and we are now moving into a new business segment i.e. e-learning. Our global operations span across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Macau, China, Taiwan and Canada. We have maintained our competitive edge by continually striving towards better business practices and strengthening our commitment to serve our customers in the best possible way.

In line with our rapid expansion needs, we are now seeking for bright minds and trendsetters to join our growing team in Malaysia.

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