Senior Editor

Responsibilities

• Edit manuscripts for content, language and according to the house style.
• Handle all editorial responsibilities, including developmental editing, copy editing, proofreading and copywriting across digital and print formats.
• Manage projects to ensure timely project delivery and deadlines are met.
• Responsible for the project approval process which includes but not limited to budgets, sales projections, profit & loss, recommendation for print run and its costings.
• Establish good working relationships with authors, Clients, freelancers, designers, illustrators and partners.
• Assist in the development of publishing programmes, evaluation of book ideas and commissioning of authors.
• Work closely with sales & marketing, logistics & warehouse, finance department to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach to publishing projects.
• Carry out simple market survey and research.
• Partake in nurturing, mentoring and guiding of new editors and interns.
• Network in SBPA, ABPA and publishing conferences.
• Participate in the publishing planning and programme.
• Responsible for go-to-market strategies for books through book launches, events, etc.
• Undertake assignments as and when required.

Requirements

• At least 3-5 years of editorial experience
• Degree in English Language/Mass Communications/Journalism and/or Postgraduate Diploma in Education
• Well-organised, meticulous and have strong initiative
• Possess strong and proven project management skills
• Able to deliver high-quality work under demanding deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Prior experience in educational/children/general/non-fiction publishing will be advantageous