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Junior Editor

Are you looking to develop your career in editorial book publishing? A leading trade publisher based in Northamptonshire is looking for a Junior Editor to join their Children’s editorial team. This is a great junior opportunity for someone with a keen interest in illustrated books who is ready for the next step in their career within publishing.

Key duties:

  • Editorially develop and co-ordinate a range of books as briefed by the Head of Publishing.
  • Edit a range of texts from manuscript to sign-off on a range of formats and novelties. 
  • Ensure that all books are produced to house style and to brief. 
  • Propose new titles and formats based on observations of the wider book market. 
  • Ensure that all files meet the expected standards of editorial accuracy during all stages of the publishing process. 
  • Project manage a range of books, making sure that key milestones are met. 

Experience / skills required:

  • Some experience in an editorial role. 
  • Experience in Children’s publishing
  • Excellent copy-editing and proofreading skills. 
  • An understanding of the editorial process is desirable. 
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks. 
  • Excellent communicator with a proactive and dynamic approach. 

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

Contact:             Claire Law

Tel:                    020 7487 8290

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.

Junior Editor

Atwood Tate, Northampton
Full-time, Permanent
Children's Publishing, Educational, Trade
Editor, Publishing, Publishing Support, Licensing, Editorial, Acquisitions
Reference: 
8038
Salary description: 
Available on request

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