Editor

Responsibilities

• Manages the production editorial process from copy-editing to bound book for up to 60+ front-list titles per year.
• Evaluates manuscripts for copy-editing needs and for the styling of all design elements, applying proprietary Microsoft Word styles for design and composition.
• Creates, maintains, and applies project and house style guides to ensure consistency across titles, series, and editions.
• Captures and coordinates with design teams and freelance editors, consolidating corrections from freelancers and authors and ensuring the timely delivery of final files to the printer.
• Uses Adobe Acrobat to mark up proofs, route corrections, manage comments, and verify that all changes are reflected accurately across each round.
• Buils strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization, including acquisitions editors, marketing and sales, production, designers, typesetters, and freelancers.
• Supports additional editions of assigned projects, including special editions, international editions, trade paper conversions, and derivative products.
• Copy-edits flap and cover copy and proofreads and reviews all stages of jacket and cover proofs.
• Provides editorial support for internal documents related to book proposals, sales conference materials, marketing materials, and other priority materials as needed.
• Able to evaluate whether images or illustrations submitted and/or selected meet the Cider Mill's quality standards and are in close agreement with the manuscript.
• Imagery and illustrations should then be monitored closely during the various phases of production to ensure that this alignment remains.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat is required, including the use of commenting and markup tools to manage proof corrections.
• Familiarity with broad trends across nonfiction publishing is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ editorial experience, preferably in trade book publishing.
• Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Other majors are welcome when combined with relevant experience.
• Stays current with publishing-industry trends by reading trade publications such as Publishers Weekly (preferred).

Skills

• Solid copy-editing and proofreading skills; knowledge of industry standards.
• Must have the ability to shepherd multiple projects while maintaining high standards of quality and hitting deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a personal drive for excellence.
• Strategic and always able to understand the bigger picture.
• Enjoy working independently and as a member of a collaborative team.
• Detail oriented; eagle-eyed at catching errors.
• Able to learn new systems quickly, such as HarperCollins’ proprietary software for managing manuscripts.

HarperCollins Christian Publishing is an equal opportunity employer.