Senior Science Editor & Publishing Project Lead

Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Miscellaneous allowance

Education support

Dental insurance coverage

Book discount scheme

Job summary

Pelangi Publishing Group Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a detail-oriented editor to edit manuscripts and proofread through to CRC stage. You will coordinate with writers and production staff on illustrations, layout, and corrections, and liaise with Marketing for feedback on new titles.

The role requires independent work, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to timely publication.

Responsibilities

• Edit manuscripts and proofread thoroughly from manuscript until CRC stage.
• Coordinate and liaise closely with writers.
• Ensure all projects assigned are accomplished on time.
• Coordinate and liaise with the production staff pertaining to illustrations, typesetting/layout and corrections.
• Liaise with Marketing Department for feedback on newly released titles.
• Propose new format of publication (series or titles).
• Ensure books are updated, vetted and corrected before printing.
• Perform ad hoc and other duties relating to the above as may be assigned by superior from time to time.
• Handle book publications from writing (with good English), editing, proofreading, form proof checking , liaise with Production/authors and stakeholders, able to work independently, with good organizational and communication skills

Job description

Pelangi Publishing Group Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a detail-oriented editor to edit manuscripts and proofread through to CRC stage. You will coordinate with writers and production staff on illustrations, layout, and corrections, and liaise with Marketing for feedback on new titles.

The role requires independent work, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to timely publication.