Book Editor

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Persona Staff Full time
Responsibilities:
  • Manage manuscript's journey to final publication.
  • Create production schedule for each publication task.
  • Coordinate with editors, typesetters, proofreaders, and designers.
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication approvals.
  • Publish books online using CMS system.
  • Provide production specifications to Print and Distribution team.
  • Organize manuscript design, editing, typesetting, proofreading, indexing, and conversion.
  • Develop detailed briefs for tasks.
  • Keep list of freelancers and suppliers updated.
  • Handle budgets and orders for freelancers and suppliers.
  • Ensure quality control and provide feedback.
  • Keep all parties on schedule.
  • Attend project meetings and contribute.
  • Keep stakeholders informed of progress.
  • Negotiate solutions for issues.
  • Verify permissions for content use.
  • Ensure necessary content is included.
  • Handle corrections and arbitration.
  • Verify and implement corrections.
  • Ensure style guides are consistently applied.
  • Check artwork for accuracy.
  • Resolve issues promptly.
  • Keep production processes updated.
Qualifications and Competencies:
  • Bachelors degree in Publishing, English, Communications, or related field.
  • 2-4 years of editorial project management experience.
  • Experience with freelancers and multiple projects.
  • Understanding of scholarly publishing.
  • Numeracy skills for budget management.
  • Negotiation abilities.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Knowledge of HTML, XML, and ePUB.
  • Experience with project management software.
  • Strong English skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Attention to detail and critical thinking.
  • Organized and able to manage deadlines.

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