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Assistant Editor

We are very excited to be working with a leading independent non-fiction London based publisher on a new position. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves words and is looking for a new exciting opportunity. If you are looking for a more immersive editing role where you will be part of an inclusive, friendly team and work across a wide range of non-fiction titles, then please get in touch.

Working with  Commissioning Editors and Desk Editors, the Assistant Editor will work with colleagues, both within the team and the wider company and some of the key responsibilities will include:

  • Working closely with authors and developing content where necessary
  • Briefing cover designers, writing cover copy and circulating cover designs/proofs
  • Working with the picture researcher on cover images and illustrations
  • Copy-editing, fact checking, proofreading and making final checks before sending book to print
  • Managing freelance editors and proof-readers

We are looking for someone with a fantastic eye for detail and who is confident and happy to immerse themselves in helping to make  great books for the commercial non-fiction market.

The successful person will have some proven commercial editing experience from a non-fiction publishing background, with the ability to produce books with engaging, interesting text that is consistent in tone and style. You will have great organisational and communication skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines. The ability to work and collaborate with colleagues within the team and wider company is essential as is a flexible approach to your work as there will be times when projects may change focus. The company offers hybrid working with 1-2 days in the office.

If you think this could be the next step for you, please send your CV and a short cover note, outlining your salary expectations.

 

 

Assistant Editor

Redwood, London
Full-time, Permanent
Trade
Editor, Editorial
Reference: 
AE020124
Salary description: 
Attractive salary and benefits package. Details on application.

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