Managing Editor - Journals
Redwood Publishing RecruitmentLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted December 12, 2019
Full Time
About the Company
Redwood Publishing Recruitment is a leading UK consultancy with over 25 years of experience in publishing recruitment. Specializing in illustrated, children’s, academic, education, professional, business-to-business, trade, and scientific publishers, the company offers permanent and contract recruitment services. Redwood's expertise lies in its unrivaled industry network, strong connections to publishing colleges, and bespoke search software, ensuring they provide top candidates and vacancies efficiently.
Job Description
A highly respected publisher of scientific publications is looking for a motivated and resourceful Managing Editor to lead a team of Deputy Managing Editors and Scientific Copy Editors.
Requirements
- Leading a small team of deputy managing editors and scientific copy editors
- Evaluating the output of Editors at all levels, providing feedback
- Performing regular evaluations of Editors
- Conducting the first/second round edit of articles
- Assessing author responses to edits and editorial comments
- Ensuring new and existing team members are adequately trained
- Acting as final arbiter of production values for the journals