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Looking for an exciting editorial opportunity in the publishing industry?

IglooBooks (part of Bonnier Books UK) is searching for a dynamic, organised and creative junior editor to join its publishing team, based in Sywell in Northamptonshire.

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a wide range of titles across our award-winning licensed product list. Working on brands such as Disney, Marvel, RSPCA and more, the successful candidate will deliver innovative and exciting products on time and to a high standard. This is an opportunity for an editor with a passion for brands to further develop their skills and become an
essential part of a friendly and collaborative team.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

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 Igloo books 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

Qualifications and Experience

Our ideal candidate has:

  • A good understanding of the editorial process
  • An awareness of formats, age-ranges and subject matters
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and support
  • Good people management skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Copy-editing and proofreading skills
  • And is a good communicator and a proactive team player

Benefits

  • The chance to be part of a growing, successful business
  • The opportunity to fast-track your publishing skills
  • The opportunity to work with a variety of high-profile brands
  • Several fantastic employee benefits and initiatives, focused on creating a happy, productive working environment
  • A beautiful place to work, with friendly people who all love books as much as you do
  • And much more!

Bonnier Books UK is committed to building a diverse workforce through positive action. Currently, Black, Asian and Multi-Ethnic employees are under-represented in our workforce and we actively encourage applicants from these groups.