Editor (Nautical)
A leading trade publisher based in beautiful offices in Central London is looking for an Editor to join their growing and friendly team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Editor/Editor looking to work on a mix of four colour and one colour titles on their nautical list. This opportunity is offered on a FTC contract basis expected to end in October 2018 and we ideally looking for someone able to start quickly.
Key duties:
- Copy-edit, proofread and check all page proofs for layout and content
- Work closely with authors, agents, designers and proof-readers, collate comments and ensure final files are ready to schedule and budget
- Brief on-house and external designers and illustrators and cover designers and artwork projects
- Organise and attend photoshoots as required
- Ensure the publication process stays within budget and on schedule
Experience / skills required:
- Solid editorial experience working with illustrated book publishing
- Excellent editorial and writing skills, meticulous attention to detail
- Visual flair and an eye for attractive and user friendly design and layout
- Strong project management skills, ability to juggle multiple projects at a time
- Proactive attitude and ability to use one’s own initiative
- Basic knowledge for InDesign, Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator
Applications ASAP, please.
For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to christina@atwoodtate.co.uk
Contact: Christina Dimitriadi
Tel: 020 3574 4422
Atwood Tate embraces diversity and seeks to promote the benefits of diversity in all of our business activities and to develop a business culture that reflects that belief. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.