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