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| Title: | Editor |
| Description: | The Editor will be responsible for managing and substantially growing the US Routledge English Language and Linguistics books program. They will create a strong commercial strategy for the English Language and Linguistics program in line with Routledge's overall objectives, will be aware of competitors' strengths and weaknesses, and will take advantage of opportunities in the market. They will pursue and develop book projects, notably textbooks and handbook reference products, in line with list strategy and will also progress contracted projects.
The role will involve close liaison with the UK Publisher and series editors and book authors, as well as marketing, production, and sales colleagues. The position will involve frequent convention and campus travel throughout North America and will be based in our New York office. Key duties will include: Maintain annual commissioning and revenue goals, with an emphasis on acquiring textbooks, reference, and also handbooks, but also securing some commercially attractive supplementary texts. Meet annual publishing goals, working with authors to help them meet manuscript-submission deadlines, and liaising with production and authors to meet production and publishing deadlines. The role will involve extensive research of the US English Language and Linguistics market, entailing frequent campus travel and some convention attendance in North America Close liaison with the UK Publisher, series editors and book authors, as well as marketing, production, and sales colleagues Experience and qualifications required include: At least 2 years' experience as a Senior Editorial Assistant, Developmental Editor, and/or Associate Editor Experience of commissioning textbooks and reference books for the Higher Education market in the US Must be a self-starter who can work independently, while liaising effectively with other team members Excellent written and verbal communication skills; highly organized; keen financial sense, and ability to budget and analyze financial data; ability to prioritize work under pressure Strong word processing, spreadsheet and database skills essential Some knowledge of English Language and Linguistics is desirable The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company - Taylor & Francis Group an Informa Business Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100. Taylor & Francis Group operates globally and produces high quality, peer reviewed books and journals. We produce unique, trusted content by expert authors, spreading knowledge and promoting discovery globally. We aim to broaden thinking and advance understanding, providing academics and professionals with a platform to share ideas and realise their individual potential. To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: http://www.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/careers Taylor & Francis is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability status, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. |
| Requirements: | see above |
| Company: | TAYLOR & FRANCIS GROUP |
| How To Apply For This Job: | https://careers.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/displayjob.aspx?jobid=1702 |
| Date Posted: | 8/22/2017 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
