Production Editor

Classification: ANU officer 5 (Administration) 
Salary package: $79,334-$86,545 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Part time, Fixed term (up to 12 months)
Location: Acton, The Australian National University, Canberra.

• Play a key editorial and production role with a well-established and innovative scholarly publisher.
• 12-month parental leave cover.

Position overview
The Production Editor ensures the quality and consistency of copyedited manuscripts, prepares them for layout, checks the accuracy of page proofs and indexes and carries out post-publication checks. They also provide general editorial assistance to the ANU Press Manager, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator and the Publishing/Design Officer.

Selection criteria

Degree relevant to the position OR Year 12 and extensive relevant work experience OR equivalent combination of experience and training in copyediting and proofreading.

Experience in coordinating the production of print and digital formats, including ebooks (.epub, .mobi etc.), in an academic/trade publishing environment. Familiarity with open-access publishing is desirable.

Relevant experience in the editing of scholarly and/or commercial materials, demonstrated experience in applying editorial quality procedures, and a demonstrated ability to operate within defined editorial guidelines. Familiarity with one or more major academic referencing styles (e.g., Chicago, MLA, APA) is desirable.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud (Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop) and familiarity with content management systems (e.g., WordPress). Proficiency with Macs is desirable.

Demonstrated ability to display initiative and flexibility, to assess priorities and manage pressing and/or conflicting deadlines, and to work as part of a team.

High level of oral communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to liaise with colleagues, senior managers, academic authors, freelance editors, and other stakeholders internal and external to the University.

A demonstrated understanding of equal-opportunity principles and policies and a commitment to their application in a university context.

For further information contact Nathan Hollier, Manager: [email protected]

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [email protected]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.