Lead Editor, Museum Publications & Books

National Museum of Wildlife Art; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Museum of Wildlife Art is seeking a Senior Editor for Publications to oversee the production and planning of its publication projects. The successful candidate will manage large-scale exhibition catalogues and digital publications while ensuring high standards of content and design.

Responsibilities include project management, coordinating with various stakeholders, and adhering to budgets and timelines. A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of seven years of experience in publishing are required, with preference given to candidates with a Master's degree and knowledge of art history.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of related experience.
• At least five years editing and managing complex illustrated books.
• Experience with Chicago Manual of Style.

Responsibilities

• Plan and project-manage book-length publications.
• Coordinate with curators, authors, and vendors.
• Write promotional texts and manage publication budgets.

Skills

Project management

Copyediting

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related subject

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The National Museum of Wildlife Art is seeking a Senior Editor for Publications to oversee the production and planning of its publication projects. The successful candidate will manage large-scale exhibition catalogues and digital publications while ensuring high standards of content and design.

Responsibilities include project management, coordinating with various stakeholders, and adhering to budgets and timelines. A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of seven years of experience in publishing are required, with preference given to candidates with a Master's degree and knowledge of art history.