Junior Editor

The Client

Are you looking for an exciting editorial opportunity in the publishing industry?

Our client is searching for a dynamic, organised, and creative junior editor to join its publishing team, based Northamptonshire. This is a full-time permanent role. This is an opportunity for a junior editor with a passion for brands to further develop their skills and become an essential part of a friendly and collaborative team.

The Job

You will be responsible for creating a wide range of titles across our clients licensed product list. Working on brands such as Disney, Marvel and more, the successful candidate will deliver innovative and exciting products on time and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Project-manage books in partnership with a publishing partner, making sure key milestones are kept to and final files are supplied on time.
• Work to branding guidelines and ensure all relevant contractual obligations are met.
• Research, write, copy-edit, proofread and sign-off on a wide range of books across a range of formats and novelties, to make the best product possible.
• Make sure all files are editorially accurate and created in line with the required quality level during all stages, including final files, plotters and advances.
• Make sure all products are produced to house style and fulfil the in-house brief.
• Liaise and help to coordinate third-party contributors, including packagers, illustrators, authors, licensors and other freelance agents that are needed to create a project.
• Problem-solve and, if required, escalate issues in the correct manner and in good time to allow schedules to be hit.
• Support members of the team and make sure departmental goals are achieved.
• Ensure that all proposed titles meet the business needs and goals of the company, and ultimately help to deliver a profitable programme.
• Liaise with Production department to ensure products delivered are of the highest quality.
• Stay up to date on current trends and gaps in the market.

The Ideal Candidate

• A good understanding of the editorial process
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and support
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Copy-editing and proofreading skills
• Good communicator and a proactive team player

Benefits package

• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension
• Learning & Development
• Friendly environment

If you have the relevant skills required for this role and would like to apply, please submit your cv. If you require further information, please contact Anna on .