Journals Production Editor / Coordinator

• Manage a portfolio of journal titles, ensuring that they run on optimised workflows and meet department publication metrics.
• Maintain article and issue schedules, metadata, and page budgets, and uphold quality standards throughout the publication process.
• Complete production checks by assessing the production quality of incoming manuscripts; ensure that all relevant files are received and that they follow established guidelines.
• Review copyedited materials to ensure that they follow the Publishers style guidelines and ensure that the author's corrections have been properly implemented.
• Offer constructive support and guidance to assigned vendor project managers.
• Provide excellent customer service for assigned Editors-in-Chief, authors, internal departments, and external vendors and customers.
• Assist and lead department projects as required.

• Has a mindset of continuous improvement, embracing innovation and new ways of working.
• Is passionate about the academic publishing landscape and will use this passion to actively participate in projects that support the companys mission.
• Will wow us with excellent analytical, organisation, and problem-solving skills

• A Bachelors or masters degree in any field.
• 2-4 years of relevant editorial/publishing experience.
• A demonstrated proficiency in the English language and an interest in scholarly publishing are essential.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with HTML, XML and ePUB
• Strong English skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Attention to detail and critical thinking
• Being well-organised and able to manage short deadlines

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