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Managing Editor

Lakeside Book Company, East Garden Mobile Home Village, KS, United States


Pay:

$65,000/yr - $70,000/yr, based on experience

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, Prorated paid time off, Holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program

As an Editor, you will be responsible for the preparation of book manuscripts and materials and the overseeing of schedules, ensuring the editorial team meets its deadlines. In conjunction with the acquisitions, book design, and production departments, you will process the book from inception to publication, managing teams of writers, editors, and graphic designers to support established creative strategies and ensure content follows tone and style guides.

What You'll Do

Work independently and accurately to edit and proofread printed material, including jacket copy and cover mechanicals, from original manuscript stage to final copy

Ensure that text and style comply with the Company's standards and guidelines regarding clarity, conciseness, style and terminology

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of English language skills and strong grammar spelling skills, comparison proofing abilities, and attention to detail

Help determine and check placement of illustrations and text on book pages. Prepare any new front matter. Write and/or suggest changes to content to improve book readability, conciseness, and style

Use online research tools to check and verify facts on assigned titles

Create project calendars, ensure other departments, including Acquisitions Editorial, Design, Production, and Marketing adhere to the deadlines and deliverables of the publishing schedule

Manage freelancers and perform related duties as assigned

Be able and willing to work overtime to meet publication deadlines as necessary

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in a related field

4-6 years of relevant experience

Ability to meet deadlines, problem-solve, and coordinate with other departments

Demonstrated and constructive approach to meeting and resolving challenges

Strong organizational and computer skills, including Google Suite, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, databases, and content management systems

Experience using Title Management - preferred

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and pivot

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a high level of initiative

Dover Publishing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.

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