Finalisation and Publishing Desk Editor
6 months ago
**Job Information**:
Job Opening ID
ZR_1567_JOB
Hours of work
Full-time
Location Type
In Office
Industry
Printing/Packaging/Publishing
Salary
R18 000 -R24 000 depending on experience
Remuneration Term
Per Month
Province
Western Cape
City
Cape Town
Country
South Africa
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**Responsibilities**:
- Lead and mentor a small team of production coordinators, offering guidance, supervision, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Supervise and manage all phases of manuscript production, from initial acceptance to final publication.
- Develop, assign, and oversee work orders, ensuring clear communication of tasks and expectations.
- Maintain and update production schedules, ensuring timely completion of all tasks and adherence to specifications.
- Conduct rigorous quality assurance checks to ensure that the final product meets the journal's standards for quality and accuracy.
- Handle the procurement and management of Article Processing Charge (APC) invoices for all manuscripts in the production pipeline.
- Coordinate communication and address issues with authors, vendors, and internal teams throughout the finalization and publishing process.
- Contribute to the creation and upkeep of style guides and processes to maintain consistency across all published materials.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for authors, providing timely updates and addressing inquiries regarding manuscript status.
- Collaborate closely with various departments, including Submissions and Peer Review, Copy Editing, Proofreading, and Typesetting, to ensure a seamless publishing process.
- Stay informed about the latest industry trends and best practices in open access publishing to maintain relevance and efficiency.
- Perform professional-level proofreading of manuscripts to ensure the delivery of error-free content.
**Requirements**:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience; possessing a postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
- Previous involvement in academic publishing, particularly within an open-access setting, is preferred.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Demonstrated capability in overseeing a small team and contractors or leading projects, showcasing effective leadership and communication abilities.
- Prior experience in performance management and team development, emphasizing the creation of a supportive and conducive work atmosphere.
- Familiarity with performance tracking and analysis, accompanied by a solid grasp of pertinent performance indicators within the publishing sector.
- Competence in quality assurance procedures, coupled with a meticulous attention to detail to minimize the occurrence of errors and errata.
- Proficiency in utilizing various referencing styles such as Vancouver, APA, and Harvard.
- Proficiency in adhering to the Oxford house style guide.
- Strong organizational skills, enabling the management of multiple tasks concurrently and the timely meeting of deadlines.
- Comprehension of the publishing workflow, encompassing manuscript acceptance through to publication.
- Proficiency in utilizing publishing software and systems effectively.
- Exceptional proficiency in the English language, encompassing reading, writing, and verbal communication.
- Robust attention to detail and an unwavering dedication to maintaining quality standards.
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities and adeptness in communication.
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