Editorial Project Manager, Education
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
We have a new opportunity to join the team of a provider of editorial services to the educational publishing market as an Editorial Project Manager, Education. Our client, a fast-growing company responsible for the editorial project management of educational resources, is looking for an Editorial Project Manager to join their fantastic team based remotely across the UK. The position of Editorial Project Manager offers flexible, remote working, and the opportunity to join a leading publishing organisation.
As Editorial Project Manager, you will work on the company's expanding list of Education titles with a specific focus on the Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) publishing projects. Responsibilities of the role include:
To schedule and manage, with support, the editorial stages of publishing products, typically from manuscript through to final files, including briefing and managing external suppliers.
To communicate effectively with publishing customers, providing regular project updates as well as participating in conference calls and/or attending meetings as appropriate.
To ensure that all products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, fall within budget and are produced to the required specification.
To collate proofs, conduct photo research, write artwork briefs, and clear text permissions where necessary.
Ideally we would need someone in this role with A-level French or above, or equivalent experience. You will be working on GCSE French resources for the UK market and need to carry out quality checks on this content, but won't be expected to edit/proofread. Spanish or German can also be considered.
The ideal Editorial Project Manager will have impeccable editorial, communication and organisation skills and have previous MFL publishing / editorial experience. The Editorial Project Manager will be able to juggle different priorities and work well remotely, and collaboratively amongst a friendly, supportive team. An understanding of the UK or International Education system would be useful but not essential. To find out more about this exciting opportunity get in touch ASAP!
Closing date for applications: 12th November 2023
For a full description of the role, please send your CV with a brief paragraph outlining your relevant skills.
Closing Date: Early applications may be prioritised.
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