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Simon & Schuster, Inc.

... nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its ... Handling manuscript assessments and select projects as needed. * Communicating effectively with ...

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Ascension Press

Perform developmental writing, editing (content, developmental, and manuscript), ghostwriting ... Review notes from theological and reading level specialists and incorporate them appropriately into ...

Quality Analytics

$70K/yr

Maintain records of manuscript status, approvals, changes, and corrections during the production ... Perform a variety of writing tasks ensuring cohesiveness, clarity, flow, appropriate reading level ...

Sourcebooks

Senior Production Editor

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Lead the editorial production of complex and high-profile publishing projects from manuscript ... Manage Advance Reader Copy (ARC) production to support Marketing and Sales deadlines. * Collaborate ...

Sourcebooks LLC

Senior Production Editor

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Lead the editorial production of complex and high-profile publishing projects from manuscript ... Manage Advance Reader Copy (ARC) production to support Marketing and Sales deadlines. * Collaborate ...

Sourcebooks

Senior Production Editor

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Lead the editorial production of complex and high-profile publishing projects from manuscript ... Manage Advance Reader Copy (ARC) production to support Marketing and Sales deadlines. * Collaborate ...

MRM

Senior Medical Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

... manuscript, layout, mechanical, final reads, builds) - Fact checks data using provided references, annotations, and general science and math competency - Uses own knowledge and experience to confirm ...

Omnicom

Senior Medical Editor

New York, NY · Hybrid

$95K - $100K/yr

The Senior Medical Editor is responsible for the accurate and timely editing of all assigned jobs ... Ensures that copy makes sense at all stages (manuscript, layout, mechanical, final reads, builds)

Omnicom

Senior Medical Editor

New York, NY · Hybrid

$110K/yr

The Senior Medical Editor is responsible for the accurate and timely editing of all assigned jobs ... Ensures that copy makes sense at all stages (manuscript, layout, mechanical, final reads, builds)

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Editor - Parish Products

Exton, PA • On-site

Ascension Publishing Group
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Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the product development team and outside authors to create editorial schedules and drive projects through development, production, and launch.

  • Perform editorial services such as writing, editing, proofreading, and reviewing materials for style, tone, brand consistency, and theological accuracy.

  • Coordinate with contractors and review their work, as well as work with various offices on reviews and ensure editorial consistency across products and materials.

Job description

SUMMARY

The Editor works under the direction of the Associate General Manager and collaborates with other editors across the company, as well as the product development team, to set the editorial direction and vision for products. The Editor works with the product development team and outside authors to create editorial schedules, including key milestones and deadlines, to drive projects efficiently through development, production, and launch. Depending on the needs of a project, the Editor arranges and coordinates with contractors for writing, editing, copywriting, proofreading, and other various contributions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform developmental writing, editing (content, developmental, and manuscript), ghostwriting, copywriting, proofing, and other various editorial services as needed on assigned projects - including digital editing of ebooks, Thinkific, and editing captions for video projects.
  • Review of materials as assigned for style, tone, brand consistency, and theological accuracy and completeness.
  • Perform editorial administrative functions, including setting up and maintaining editorial schedules and budgets, maintaining editorial databases and files, maintaining editorial aspects of agreed project management systems, etc.
  • Perform miscellaneous editorial work and duties as assigned, including but not limited to: research, responding to editorial inquiries, reviewing reprints, etc.
  • Participate in creative visioning meetings and collaborate with the product development team to form a vision and framework for a product’s editorial direction.
  • Work closely with the project manager and product development team to align the editorial process with the product development schedule, ensuring editorial tasks are completed on time.
  • Review notes from theological and reading level specialists and incorporate them appropriately into the manuscripts.
  • Collaborate with and guide independent contractors performing editorial services and assess their work.
  • As assigned, work with various Chancery Offices on imprimatur reviews and the USCCB’s Office of the Catechism on conformity reviews.
  • Collaborate with editorial and content teams to ensure editorial consistency across physical products, marketing and promotional collateral, and digital products by maintaining and applying the Ascension Style Guide.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in English, Theology, or 5+ years of equivalent experience in publishing, communications, writing, or editing.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to be creative and think outside the box to solve problems.
  • Ghostwriting experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite.
  • Proficiency in the Chicago Manual of Style.
  • Passion for developing products that align with Ascension’s Mission and Values.
  • This is a remote position, but the ability to travel to the Ascension office in Exton, PA is required.
  • Exemplify and live our core values of humility, passion, and integrity.
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Work From Home
  • Wellness Resources
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