Editor - Fiction Specialist

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Nosy Crow Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Editor to join our Fiction team at Nosy Crow, a multi-award-winning independent children's publishing company.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in children's publishing, with excellent hands-on editorial skills, including copy-editing, proofreading, and copy writing.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a number of titles through the editorial process, working closely with authors, illustrators, and in-house colleagues in Design, Production, Rights, Sales, Marketing, and Publicity.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project-managing titles from manuscript delivery to printer-ready files
  • Liaising with other departments to keep titles on schedule and provide material as needed
  • Working with American partners and authors to produce Americanised editions
  • Providing excellent author care and communication
  • Writing copy for covers, AIs, and catalogues
  • Reading submissions and participating in editorial meetings and creative brainstorms
  • Maintaining accurate and commercially optimal metadata for titles
Requirements
  • Demonstrated expertise in children's publishing, ideally with a fiction list
  • Excellent editorial skills, including copy-editing, proofreading, and copy writing
  • Excellent author care and communication skills
  • Passion for creating books that make readers for life, with strong knowledge of the children's fiction market
  • Effortless organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain quality
  • A meticulous eye for detail and creative flair
  • A proactive team player, able to galvanise cross-departmental support and champion the fiction list
About Nosy Crow

Nosy Crow is a Disability Confident, committed equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all members of society. We believe in employing a diverse workforce and make recruiting decisions based on applicants' experience and skills.

We offer a range of benefits, including a pension scheme, hybrid working, 25 days paid holiday, and a Cycle to Work Scheme.

If you are a motivated and experienced Editor looking for a new challenge, please email your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would be the perfect candidate for this exciting opportunity.



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