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Editor (illustrated Books) p/t flexible

A rare opportunity has arisen with an acclaimed London independent publisher for an EDITOR to work part time, minimum 3 days a week (to be negotiated) based in London with some flexibility on the days you work.

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Editor with at least 5 years solid illustrated editorial experience to help develop this exciting list across both adults’ and children’s non-fiction titles, your work will be to focus very much on art and illustrator-led books side of the publishing.

Role Overview;

  • Commissioning, fact checking and editing authors’ text
  • Working closely with the Art Editor to ensure the smooth running of the list
  • Contributing new book ideas and developing them to proposal stage
  • Costing new projects and liaising with our Production Department to investigate new and exciting formats
  • Issuing contracts to authors/artists/designers
  • Commissioning artists, briefing and feeding back to them
  • Working with designers on layouts of interiors
  • Arranging for final page layouts to be fact checked and proof read, then inputting corrections
  • Informing publicity dept of potential publicity opportunities titles as they arise
  • Researching the art/illustrator-led book market, and keeping abreast of new trends

The publisher is looking for a self-starter who will thrive in a busy environment and enjoy developing ideas and getting involved in all aspects of editorial and publishing, from commissioning to editorial management and working with production, designers and freelancers and senior colleagues.

There is a competitive salary for this post, depending of course on the level of experience you bring.

If this feels like it could be for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and Introduction note in total confidence to learn more about this opportunity to Greg Evaristo - greg@gregorymartin.org.

Editor (illustrated Books) p/t flexible

Part-time
Children's Publishing, Trade
Editorial
Reference: 
Editor (Illustrated Books)
Salary description: 
Competitive

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