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| Title: | Copy Editor/Proofreader |
| Description: | Candlewick Press, a leading publisher of books for children located in Somerville, MA, seeks an experienced professional to join our talented team. The copy editor/proofreader will work on all titles, from board and picture books to young adult novels, as well as marketing and presentation materials.
Responsibilities: • Copyedit and proofread a high volume of books and marketing materials, with a particular focus on Walker Books US titles • Work closely with editorial services staff, designers, production staff, and editors • Contribute to and create style guides and help build the brand voice with consistent application of style guide direction • Provide feedback to freelance copyeditors and proofreaders • Perform other tasks as needed |
| Requirements: | Required Experience and Skills
• Minimum of five years of copyediting (both electronic and hard copy) and proofreading experience in trade fiction and picture books • Experience managing multiple projects and workflow strongly preferred • A strong command of the Chicago Manual of Style and Words into Type, as well as the ability to respect authors’ voices • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to thrive and produce in a fast-paced, deadline driven, environment and to work independently and expeditiously • Solid proficiency with Microsoft Office applications • Strong familiarity with typesetting terminology and all aspects of book and page makeup • Ability to copyedit in Spanish is a big plus This is a full-time, in-house position. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including medical, dental, life and ltd insurance; flex spending and 401k plan participation; voluntary benefits; generous paid time off and much more! |
| Company: | CANDLEWICK PRESS |
| Location: | Somerville, MA |
| How To Apply For This Job: | Please forward a resume and cover letter noting salary requirements in Word or PDF format to careers@candlewick.com. |
| Date Posted: | 2/26/2018 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
