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Senior Editor (Maternity Cover), Priddy Books

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Pan Macmillan

Jun 7, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Media & Journalism
  • £38K
  • London

Requirements

  • Excellent editing skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Handy with a spreadsheet
  • Able to use Adobe InDesign
  • Knowledge of what makes babies and toddlers tick!

Responsibilities

  • Coming up with new book ideas
  • Managing several titles at once
  • Training junior members of staff
  • Presenting to sales and marketing teams.

FAQs

What experience is required for the Senior Editor position at Priddy Books?

The successful candidate must be an experienced children’s editor with a strong visual eye, capable of managing schedules and budgets, and have a good understanding of the preschool book market.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Editor at Priddy Books?

The Senior Editor will come up with new ideas, manage multiple books, train junior staff members, work closely with designers, and ensure that novelties enhance a child’s learning experience.

How important is commercial awareness for the Senior Editor role at Priddy Books?

Commercial awareness is essential for this position as the Senior Editor must have a good understanding of the preschool book market and how to create books that appeal to both children and parents.

Will the Senior Editor be responsible for managing budgets and schedules?

Yes, the Senior Editor will be responsible for managing budgets and schedules for multiple books, so strong organizational skills are a must for this role.

What qualities are important for a successful candidate for the Senior Editor position at Priddy Books?

A successful candidate for this position must have a strong visual eye, be experienced in children’s editorial work, excel in a fast-paced environment, and have a good commercial brain.

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