Developmental Editor, Line Editor & Proofreader – Publishing House

Position: Development Editor

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week) with part-time options available

About Us: We are a dynamic, independent Italian publishing house, renowned for our innovative approach to editorial production. Our portfolio spans diverse genres, and we’re dedicated to merging traditional literary creativity with modern technology. We promote an inclusive and diverse company culture where every voice is heard and valued.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Remote Working: Organize your work schedule around your day-to-day commitments.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Rewarding achievement of key objectives.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a young, cohesive team in an inspiring and inclusive workplace.
• Free Training Courses: Continuous learning to enhance your skills, with a focus on innovation and technological advancements.

Responsibilities:

• Project Development: Ideation, development, and revision of editorial projects.
• Author Support: Assist and guide authors through the book creation and writing process.
• Content Creation: Support in writing content for projects, including book titles, descriptions, emails, and social media posts.
• Project Management and Editorial Leadership: Oversee and lead editorial projects, ensuring milestones and objectives are met.

Experience Required:

• Development Editing: Proven experience in development editing, with additional experience in project management and editorial project leadership.
• Publishing Background: Experience working in a publishing house or supporting independent authors.
• Copywriting/Content Management: Prior experience as a copywriter, social media manager, or content manager is beneficial.

Skills and Qualifications:

• English Proficiency: Fluency in English (C1, C2, or native).
• Educational Background: Degree in Literature, Creative Writing, or related fields. Additional qualifications in Editing, Publishing, or Marketing are a plus.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Slack) and eager to integrate AI and other modern technologies into daily operations.
• Innovative Mindset: Passion for ‘purple cow’ content and setting industry benchmarks.

Compensation Considerations:

• The specific details regarding salary or project-based compensation will be determined during a later stage of the candidate evaluation process.
• Once we have assessed the qualifications and fit of each applicant, a tailored offer will be discussed and finalized to align with the role’s requirements and the candidate’s expertise.

We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for literature, innovation, and excellence in editorial project management. If you’re ready to contribute to our mission of reshaping editorial production with a forward-thinking approach, we would love to hear from you!