Desk Editor

Schofield & Sims is seeking an enthusiastic Desk Editor to work on high-quality educational resources for both the school and retail markets.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Editorial Assistant or Assistant Editor who is looking to take on more responsibility and be part of a close-knit editorial team at an established independent publisher. You will work on a wide variety of innovative maths and English resources aimed at children from a range of age groups.

We are looking for a highly organised and self-motivated individual with the ability to manage their time and workload effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, as are a keen eye for detail, a strong interest in children’s education and a desire to play a key role in producing market-leading educational resources.

You will have at least two years’ experience in children’s educational or illustrated publishing, combined with advanced editing and project management skills. Some knowledge of the UK national curriculum would be an advantage.

Key responsibilities include:

• managing book projects from manuscript to publication, including liaising with authors, freelance editors and proofreaders and collating corrections
• carrying out some development editing tasks, such as cross-checking content against the curriculum
• briefing designers and illustrators to develop designs for book inners and covers
• writing back-cover copy and marketing copy
• implementing reprint corrections and overseeing revisions to backlist titles
• checking author contracts and clearing permissions
• carrying out general administrative duties, including ensuring that company systems are up-to-date and contain accurate and relevant information.

The role is based in our central London office. However, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work remotely for part of the week.

Salary: £25,000 – £30,000, depending on experience.

To apply for this position, please send your CV and covering letter to vacancies@schofieldandsims.co.uk.

Closing date: 13th September 2020.