Editor, Wildlife (Maternity Cover)

We have an excellent opportunity to work on a fantastic illustrated trade nonfiction list. This is a great opportunity for candidates with previous editorial experience and an interest or background in natural history and wildlife, looking to take the next step in their career. This is a maternity cover for 6 months with possible extensions, and can be Oxford or London based. 

Key duties:

• Manage the editorial process for a number of illustrated texts, and taking titles through to publication.
• Work alongside the publisher to shape specialist imprints.
• Assist with the commissioning of new titles.
• Work closely with authors, freelance editors, illustrators and in-house colleagues to ensure books are on time and in budget.
• Attend industry events regularly.

Experience / skills required:

• Previous editorial experience within publishing.
• Excellent proofreading and copy-editing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to meet set deadlines.
• Able to juggle several projects at once.
• Knowledge of InDesign is desirable.

For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to stephaniehall@atwoodtate.co.uk

Contact:             Stephanie Hall

Tel:                    0203 574 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.