Editor (children’s publishing), Sydney

Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd

Walker Books Australia is an award-winning publishing house. For 30 years, we have published outstanding children’s books for readers of all ages.

We have an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, creative editor to join our editorial team. The editor will be responsible for the timely editing and project management of several titles, working closely with the publisher and the design team to produce picture books, junior and middle grade illustrated fiction and titles for older readers.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years’ experience as a children’s book editor, preferably in-house, and be highly organised with an eye for detail. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

If this sounds like you, please apply with a CV and cover letter outlining your experience. Applications close Monday 24 April.

Applicants must have unrestricted rights to work and reside in Australia.

Strictly no telephone solicitations or agencies please

About Us

Walker Books Australia is an award-winning publishing house based in Sydney, Australia and part of the Walker Books Group, together with Walker Books UK and Candlewick Press.

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