Deputy Production Editorial Manager
We have an exciting opening for a Deputy Production Editorial Manager to join a world leading publisher of books and journals in Oxfordshire. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Production Editor to join a growing team and provide managerial support to the Production Editorial Manager. There are three positions available.
Key duties:
- Responsible for controlling schedules, budgets and quality and producing production estimates
- Assess the quality of artwork and sample pages and prepare material for printers
- Manage the processing of new manuscripts received from editorial teams based in the UK and USA
- Assist in the training of new members of staff and oversee the development of Production Editors
- Develop processes and working methods to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Deputise for the Production Editorial Manager as needed, including attending meetings and allocating work and suppliers as required
Experience / skills required:
- Established experience in a production editorial role in academic books or journals publishing
- A solid understanding of the prepress and manufacturing processes
- Proven organisational and negotiation skills
- The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- An understanding of and enthusiasm for working with new technology is essential
For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to clairelouisekemp@atwoodtate.co.uk
Contact: Claire Louise Kemp
Tel: 01865 339628
Closing date: Midday on 25th September
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