Out of House Publishing Solutions is a fast-growing publishing services company based in Gloucestershire. We offer a comprehensive project management service for every kind of publishing project, and we are currently looking for a project manager to come and work on our expanding list of educational titles. This exciting and varied role will be vital to the education team in continuing to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality print and digital projects for our clients.

This is a permanent full-time position, based in our attractive Stroud offices. It would suit a candidate with at least three years’ publishing experience in the education sector, who is looking to take their next step in the industry.

Out of House is an open-minded employer and flexible working options will be considered.

Responsibilities

• To schedule and manage the editorial stages of largescale multi-component publishing products, typically from manuscript through to final files, including briefing and managing external suppliers.
• To manage project teams comprising freelance project managers and in-house project editors on largescale multi-component publishing products.
• To communicate effectively with publishing clients, providing regular project updates as well as participating in, and often leading, conference calls and/or attending meetings as appropriate.
• To add value for our customers by identifying potential project risks and issues as early as possible and proactively managing these by offering possible solutions based on own publishing experience and knowledge.
• To ensure that all products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, fall within budget and are produced to the required specification.
• To collate proofs, conduct photo research, write artwork briefs, and clear text permissions where necessary.
• To contribute to workflow development and documentation, ensuring processes are tailored to customer need.
• To assist the production manager and/or senior project manager and mentor project editors as required.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Impeccable editorial, organisational and communication skills.
• At least three years’ educational publishing experience.
• Degree-level education (publishing qualifications an advantage).

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