BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY
Job Summary/General Purpose of Job
Position manages the editorial operations of multiple ABA publications (which may include books, magazines, newsletters, journals, annuals, and e-newsletters). Responsible for management, budgeting, scheduling, editing, production and distribution of legal content. Work includes heavy involvement with some or all of the following publishing and/or marketing staff, member editorial boards, sections/bar leadership, and authors. May involve hiring and directing of freelance writers, copyeditors, proofreaders, manuscript soliciting and development, writing developing editorial policies & procedures, and legal research.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent)
Project Management for multiple print and electronic periodicals from concept to publication, including managing the work of editorial boards, authors, freelance writers & copy editors. Manage and ensure cost control and quality control.
Responsible for editing & editorial management of multiple periodicals from concept to publication. Research and become knowledgeable in legal content areas of designated periodicals. Write copy as needed.
Responsible for volunteer development and management. Educate and counsel volunteers regarding periodical development, content, and editing. Develop meeting materials; conduct multiple meetings.
Develop and manage multiple periodical budgets. Report to editorial boards and entity leadership on budget issues.
Responsible for publishing oversight – from contract initiation through production for assigned publications and for best publishing industry practices.
Strategize, plan, and develop new products, repurpose content and content delivery in new or multiple media. Develop art/design ideas in consultation with in-house designers.
Performs other related duties as required.
Required Education, Qualifications, Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
At least three years’ experience in print/publishing.
Fully knowledgeable in editing and production.
Previous experience contract terms and conditions, leading publishing projects and initiatives.
Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience
Previous experience in print/publishing in a legal publishing environment.
Physical Requirements
Typical office work environment.
Extent of Travel Required in the Job
As a normal course of business, this job will typically require travel for less than 5% of the time.
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Position manages the editorial operations of multiple ABA publications (which may include books, magazines, newsletters, journals, annuals, and e-newsletters). Responsible for management, budgeting, scheduling, editing, production and distribution of legal content. Work includes heavy involvement with some or all of the following publishing and/or marketing staff, member editorial boards, sections/bar leadership, and authors. May involve hiring and directing of freelance writers, copyeditors, proofreaders, manuscript soliciting and development, writing developing editorial policies & procedures, and legal research.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent)
Project Management for multiple print and electronic periodicals from concept to publication, including managing the work of editorial boards, authors, freelance writers & copy editors. Manage and ensure cost control and quality control.
Responsible for editing & editorial management of multiple periodicals from concept to publication. Research and become knowledgeable in legal content areas of designated periodicals. Write copy as needed.
Responsible for volunteer development and management. Educate and counsel volunteers regarding periodical development, content, and editing. Develop meeting materials; conduct multiple meetings.
Develop and manage multiple periodical budgets. Report to editorial boards and entity leadership on budget issues.
Responsible for publishing oversight – from contract initiation through production for assigned publications and for best publishing industry practices.
Strategize, plan, and develop new products, repurpose content and content delivery in new or multiple media. Develop art/design ideas in consultation with in-house designers.
Performs other related duties as required.
Required Education, Qualifications, Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
At least three years’ experience in print/publishing.
Fully knowledgeable in editing and production.
Previous experience contract terms and conditions, leading publishing projects and initiatives.
Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience
Previous experience in print/publishing in a legal publishing environment.
Physical Requirements
Typical office work environment.
Extent of Travel Required in the Job
As a normal course of business, this job will typically require travel for less than 5% of the time.
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