Project Editor | Baker Academic + Brazos Press

Baker Book House Company•Forest Hills, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

To guide assigned titles through the editorial process from accepted manuscript to production-ready files and to work cooperatively with other project editors, departments, and authors to ensure a smooth editorial process.

Requirements

Master's degree in biblical studies, theology, history of Christianity, or closely related subjects
3+ years of book-editing experience
Meticulous attention to detail
Solid knowledge of the 18th edition of The Chicago Manual of Style
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and editing and proofreading techniques
Knowledge of the Bible
Working knowledge of biblical languages
Good interpersonal communication skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks, follow schedules, and meet deadlines
Self-motivated

Responsibilities

Manage the schedules of assigned projects, adjusting time spent on various stages to ensure on-time delivery of each project.
Work constructively and diplomatically with authors.
Copyedit and/or proofread assigned titles, as time allows, knowledgeably applying Chicago Manual of Style, 18th ed., and house style guides.
Hire appropriate freelance editors and proofreaders and closely review their work.
Work with the Managing Editor to set appropriate project budgets and adhere to them.
Communicate and coordinate cross-departmentally to ensure quality and on-time publications.
Attend and actively participate in regular editorial meetings.
Cooperate with editorial peers in refining editorial procedures and standards.