Senior Commissioning Editor

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom HENI Full time

Senior Editor – Maternity Cover
HENI Publishing specialises in beautifully produced art publications. HENI has published with some of the most renowned names in the art world, including Gerhard Richter, Francis Bacon and Gilbert & George, and has collaborated with world leading institutions such as the Brooklyn Museum and Tate, London.

Working as part of a small team, the Senior Editor oversees the editorial process, for a number of titles simultaneously, from initial concept through to print. It is a key role that working with artists, authors, design, production and editorial freelancers.

The role reports into the Executive Commissioning Editor and will be based in Lexington Street, London. This is a 12-month fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.

Budgets : manage editorial costs, in conject with Commissioning Editor.
Editorial freelancers: enlist, brief, and manage as per requirements of project (e.g. external project editor, copy editors, proof-reader, indexer etc.).
Picture research: compiling and managing pictures lists, researching images and/or overseeing freelance picture editor, overseeing copyright permissions, managing picture costs in relation to allocated budget, managing flow of high-resolution image files between researcher/designer/production manager, editing and factchecking captions, organising and editing picture credits.
Designer liaison : working out page plan in relation to contents according to allocated page extent, preparing materials and brief for designer (either in-house or external), reviewing initial design concepts, reviewing design layouts, monitoring page extent.
Proof reading : oversee process for book layouts, and other publishing documents, on paper and using InCopy/InDesign, and key in editorial corrections using InCopy/InDesign.
Writing: preparing copy as required (cover copy, notes, contents pages, colophon, sign-post material etc).
Final checks: checking lasers and plotters, keying in any editorial corrections and final sign-off proofs from printer regarding editorial content.
Strong academics would be advantageous, such as a university-level educated (preferably English or Art History).
At least 5 years’ editorial experience in the art book publishing sector.
Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with a collaborative and flexible approach to working with others.
Ability to communicate clearly and confidently, in writing and in person, with a good understanding of English grammar.



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