Graphic Novel Editor

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Rebellion, the UK’s leading comic and graphic novel publisher, is looking for a Graphic Novel Editor to join its busy publishing department.

Candidates should have experience of editorial work in publishing, not necessarily in comics, and a keen interest in comics and graphic novels. An interest in 2000 AD and British comic books is an advantage. The role involves contributing to the selection of forthcoming titles and overseeing the design and production of graphic novels and selected new comics.

The successful applicant will love working collaboratively with other departments and external stakeholders, as well as have a proactive and positive approach to our titles. You will be an excellent communicator, have meticulous attention to detail and a desire to research and learn more about our rich and unexplored catalogue of comics. Relevant experience and proficiency in InDesign or similar desktop publishing software knowledge will be an advantage.

This role is full-time, based at our Oxford headquarters though remote or hybrid working will be considered. You must be able to legally work in the UK.

Responsibilities:

• Working closely with designers to brief covers and interior layouts
• Checking comic strip pages for print
• Paginating and managing graphic novel projects from concept to print
• Working closely with editorial, production, rights, marketing and sales teams to ensure all metadata is accurate and up to date
• Budget and schedule management
• Proofreading print-ready PDFs and inputting corrections
• Assembling advance title information for new books and writing cover and sales copy, inputting that into our database.
• Generating special edition and merchandise ideas
• Manage artist, colourist, letterer and other freelance relationships, scheduling and invoicing
• Attend weekly meetings to review book schedules and discuss any issues
• Work with marketing to promote the book by submitting content for both print and online announcements and giving feedback where appropriate

Requirements

• Good professional experience in a publishing environment
• Excellent knowledge grammar and copy writing
• Familiarity with Indesign useful but not necessary as training will be given
• Excellent initiative, self-motivation, organisational and problem solving skills
• An eye for design
• Experience working with artists useful but not necessary
• Excellent communication skills, as well as team working and the ability to accept and follow feedback
• A passion for comics and graphic novels