Editor, Studio Press, Bonnier Books UK
Website Bonnier Books UK
At Bonnier Books UK, we believe that every book matters. We love to publish stories and content that open our eyes to new perspectives and bring us closer together. We offer a nurturing home for our authors, illustrators and brand partners, publishing bestselling books for readers and listeners everywhere. We know that fantastic stories can come from anywhere and our purpose is to bring them to as wide an audience as possible, a simple ethos that has led to us becoming one of the country’s leading publishers. The offspring of Bonnier Books, a leading family-owned world publisher headquartered in Sweden, we are inspired by a rich literary heritage but not bound by convention. We think in generations rather than quarters, and strive always to operate in an open, curious way that contributes to the future of the planet and its people. We are an active participant in the Science Based Target initiative, committed to a strategy to limit global warming to 1.5 °C.
Job title: Editor
Reporting to: Publishing Director
Location: 5th Floor, HYLO, 105 Bunhill Row, London, EC1Y 8LZ
Working pattern: Hybrid- minimum of two days per week in the office; up to three days per week working from home
Department: Editorial
Imprint: Studio Press
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Per annum, depending on experience
General Summary
Bonnier Books UK is looking for a talented and highly creative editor to join our license and trend-led imprint, Studio Press. Studio is the home of numerous best-selling Disney, Marvel and Star Wars titles for all ages from pre-school to adult, as well as a range of trend-led pop culture books, plus the best-selling Ultimate Football Heroes series.
The successful candidate will project manage and creatively guide the development of books with some of the biggest licenses in the business, ensuring that all titles are produced to an exceptional editorial quality. As part of a supportive and friendly team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the programme through new ideas and acquisitions.
We are looking for an exceptional editor with good knowledge of pop culture trends and the licensed books market, and who is looking to develop their commissioning skills. You’ll be creative, flexible, fast-moving and possess the fantastic communication and project management skills needed to work on a diverse, dynamic list. You will also need solid editing and writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues both internally and outside the business.
Key responsibilities
- Originate, develop, research, copy-edit, proofread and sign-off on a wide range of books (predominantly full-colour illustrated licensed and pop culture books for the UK, US and international co-edition markets) across different formats and novelties to make the best product possible
- Editorially guide and coordinate the books in line with the editorial and creative briefs, making sure all files are coordinated through the correct approval workflow for the team
- Make sure all files are editorially accurate and produced to the required quality during all stages of development
- Ensure that all Studio Press books are produced to house style and fulfil the in-house brief
- Research and suggest ideas for the future publishing list, showing awareness of marketplace and trends not just in the UK but also in the US and in key co-edition markets around the world (Asia and Europe)
Qualifications and Experience
- A creative mindset and genuine interest in writing, layout and design
- An advanced understanding of the technical requirements of full-colour co-edition publishing
- An advanced understanding of formats, age-ranges and subject matters
- An advanced understanding of the Editorial Process and InDesign
- Comfortable with processes, systems and spreadsheets
- Strong copy-editing and proofreading skills
- A good understanding of the marketplace and our target audiences
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
- A commercial thinker, with great attention to detail and insightful organizer
- A good role model with a positive, can-do attitude
Company Benefits
- Private health insurance
- Contributory pension scheme
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Lively social committee hosting regular events
- Group Life cover – including 24-hour GP service
- Flexible working and flexible hours from day one of employment
- Additional holiday allowance to celebrate your 10th year at BBUK
- Enhanced family leave – with equal six months’ paid leave for all new parents
- Employee assistance programme available to all employees and their families
- Dedicated volunteering hours each year to support charities promoting literacy and reading for pleasure
- Cycle to work scheme with bike storage and changing facilities on-site at our London HQ
- Wellbeing programme and daily benefits such as fresh fruit and porridge in the office
If you are interested in this role, please apply via our website. We look forward in hearing from you.
Bonnier Books UK is committed to building a diverse workforce through positive action. Currently, Black, Asian and Multi-Ethnic employees are under-represented in our workforce and we actively encourage applicants from these groups. For further information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan here.
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