Senior editor, Sydney
Scholastic Australia
- Are you passionate about children’s books?
- Do you want to work with leading Australian authors and illustrators?
- Don’t miss this great opportunity to join Australia’s biggest publisher and distributor of children’s books!
A highly desirable editorial role has opened within the Scholastic Press imprint, publishers of award-winning, bestselling authors Aaron Blabey, Anh Do, Jackie French, Nick Bland, Kirli Saunders, plus many more.
This is a permanent full-time position and would suit an established editor with a minimum of 4 years’ experience. Flexible working arrangements are offered based out of our Gordon Publishing office.
Your day would consist of:
- Working closely with leading Australian authors and illustrators
- Editing tasks, from structural notes to copy editing and proofreading
- Managing projects through the design and production process
- Prioritising your work to ensure both short and long term publishing goals and schedules are achieved
- Application of house style, industry and company terminology and processes
- Being an integral part of a team passionate about getting kids reading!
The successful applicant will be highly creative, passionate about books, and have excellent copy editing skills. They will also be able to demonstrate their ability to establish successful working relationships with authors and illustrators.
Confidential applications including an application letter outlining appropriate qualifications and experience should be made in writing to:
Human Resources Manager
Email: hr@scholastic.com.au
Job details
Job: Senior Editor
Company: Scholastic Australia
Location: Gordon
Work type: Full time
Application closing date: 20 August 2023
Category: Jobs