Production Editor

Role & responsibilities:

• Receive and interpret job briefs from British clients and update them on progress/issues via email or virtual meetings .
• Communicate project details clearly to the internal team.
• Raise and resolve client queries professionally and promptly.
• Allocate tasks to team members based on workload and skill set.
• Provide technical and process-related guidance to the team.
• Track progress of each project and ensure timely execution.
• Share daily/weekly progress reports with the Project Manager.
• Maintain and update project tracking sheets in Excel.
• Ensure schedule fidelity and proactively flag potential delays.
• Coordinate with QA/QC resources to ensure quality standards are met.
• Guide the team on typesetting standards, templates, and client-specific instructions.
• Review and verify files for formatting and copyediting adherence.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure typeset files adhere to accessibility standards (WCAG, PDF/EPUB Accessibility) where applicable.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional command of English, with strong proficiency in verbal, written, reading, and listening skills
• In-depth understanding of British English copyediting standards and proofreading practices
• Hands-on experience with book typesetting workflows, including InDesign and XML/Word-based processes
• Basic familiarity with eBook formats such as ePub and MOBI
• Proficient in MS Excel for task tracking, reporting, and schedule management
• Hands-on knowledge of project management and collaboration tools such as Trello, JIRA, Asana, or equivalent platforms
• Understanding of digital production workflows, including DAM systems, file transfer protocols, and version control practices
• Strong project and process management skills, with the ability to monitor schedules and ensure timely delivery
• Proven ability to lead, support, and motivate a team in high-pressure environments
• Meticulous attention to detail, with a solid grounding in editorial and copyediting standards
• Ability to accurately interpret and apply editorial comments, style guides, and markup instructions within typeset files
• Prior experience working with UK-based publishing clients, with an understanding of their communication and quality expectations

Education & Experience:

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelors degree in English.
• Experience: 46 years in editorial production, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role