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Commissioning Editor

 

STOP PRESS - exciting 2 year contract working on a New and Innovative Educational resources for a highly innovative and successful Educational Publisher, based in Cambridge. They are looking to appoint two Commissioning Editors across the Primary or Secondary Educational space in Maths, English or Science. They are looking for candidates who can demonstrate a strong track record in commissioning within the Educational space but also demonstrate a pro-active can-do approach. You will be comfortable dealing with authors and can build strong relationships and demonstrate the ability to influence and shape the content as per the requirements of the products you will be creating. With an enquiring mind and a questioning attitude, you will be open to exploring new innovative business models.

 

You will be managing a list across either Maths, English or Science, working on print and digital content in their rapidly expanding and growing International Education business, The newly formed Commissioning Team works closely with the Content Team and Sales and Marketing and they value a collaborative approach to commissioning new products. In this role you will input into and implement the content commissioning strategy for your assigned list, contributing to the development of a market leading education print and extensive digital programme.

 

With list management and commissioning responsibilities for your list, you will be expected to build and develop your market in the international education sector by networking across the sector.

 

The successful individual will have the following:

    • A proven track record in commissioning educational content in either primary or secondary sectors
    • Thorough understanding of the editorial processes for digital and print content
    • Commercial awareness and an understanding of the needs of teachers and learners
    • Previous experience of working within international educational publishing
    • A track record of developing tailored content that fulfil market needs

 

 

Commissioning Editor

Inspired Selection, Cambridge
Contract, Full-time, Temporary
Educational, ELT, Publisher
Editor, Editorial
Salary description: 
Competative

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