Book Editor, 83 Press Position Available In Shelby, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: As a Book Editor at 83 Press in Birmingham, AL, you will manage book projects from concept to design, coordinating all production aspects. Responsibilities include working with authors, setting schedules, coordinating with stylists and photographers, editing for content and accuracy, and proofreading final manuscripts. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, 2-5 years of editing experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to multitask. Benefits include health and dental insurance, generous time off, and 401k matching.
Job Description
Book Editor, 83 Press 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Birmingham, AL 35203
- Hybrid work About Us At 83 Press, we bring to life an author’s story through thoughtful editing, eye-catching design, exceptional photography, and meticulous attention to detail.
We guide an author from concept through design as a beautiful book takes shape. We offer a variety of services to get a book ready to print, including editing for content and flow; copy editing for grammar, punctuation, and spelling; photography; artistic design; ghost writing; food and prop styling; recipe development, testing, and editing. Our editors offer expert advice throughout the process, with author review and approval given each step of the way. Job Summary As a Book Editor you will manage book projects from start to finish, coordinating all aspects of designing the book. Key Responsibilities
- Work with authors on their vision. Manage a project through all stages of production, acting as liaison between author and the 83 Press editorial and marketing teams.
- Set a production schedule and make sure deadlines are met.
- The job includes scheduling prop stylists and photographers for the book’s cover and content as well as arranging travel for photo shoots.
- Coordinate with the test kitchen teams to develop recipes, test recipes, and style food photography.
- Edit the book for content, flow, factual accuracy, and consistency.
- Coordinate with copy editors to correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation on all content, including recipes.
- Proofread the final manuscript. Read proofs to check alignment, spacing, and color of photos. Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field
- 2-5 years of experience in content creation/editing/writing with a keen eye for detail
- Excellent interpersonal and organization skills with an ability to work with authors and internal teams
- Strong presentation skills
- Versatile writing skills
- Strong multitasking skills with the ability to set priorities and balance multiple projects under tight deadlines What We Offer
- A collaborative, creative environment with room to grow
- Flexibility for remote and in-office work
- Additional benefits like health and dental insurance benefits, generous time off, paid holidays, and 401k with match
- Must be located in the Birmingham, AL area
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience recipe editing?
Experience:
content editing/writing/editing: 2 years (Required)
Location:
Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Birmingham, AL 35203
