Managing Editor
About The Position
Dover Publications, a division of Lakeside Book Company, is a niche publisher with over 7,500 titles in print. Since its founding in 1941, Dover has built an exemplary reputation by offering remarkable products at amazing prices. Based in Garden City, New York, Dover Publications has consistently shown a commitment to excellence through finely crafted books and high-quality content across adult coloring, classic literature, mathematics, music, wellness, children's publishing, and more. As a Managing Editor, you will be responsible for the preparation of book manuscripts and materials and the overseeing of schedules, ensuring the editorial team meets its deadlines. In conjunction with the acquisitions, book design, and production departments, you will process the book from inception to publication, managing teams of writers, editors, and graphic designers to support established creative strategies and ensure content follows tone and style guides.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- 4-6 years of relevant experience
- Ability to meet deadlines, problem-solve, and coordinate with other departments
- Demonstrated and constructive approach to meeting and resolving challenges
- Strong organizational and computer skills, including Google Suite, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, databases, and content management systems
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and pivot
- Project management experience - required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a high level of initiative
Nice To Haves
- Experience using Title Management - preferred
Responsibilities
- Work independently and accurately to edit and proofread printed material, including jacket copy and cover mechanicals, from original manuscript stage to final copy
- Ensure that text and style comply with the Company's standards and guidelines regarding clarity, conciseness, style and terminology
- Demonstrate advances knowledge of English language skills and strong grammar spelling skills, comparison proofing abilities, and attention to detail
- Help determine and check placement of illustrations and text on book pages. Prepare any new front matter. Write and/or suggest changes to content to improve book readability, conciseness, and style
- Use online research tools to check and verify facts on assigned titles
- Create project calendars, ensure other departments, including Acquisitions Editorial, Design, Production, and Marketing adhere to the deadlines and deliverables of the publishing schedule
- Manage freelancers and perform related duties as assigned
- Be able and willing to work overtime to meet publication deadlines as necessary
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
