Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or a related field., Proven experience as an editor or in a similar role., Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills., Familiarity with content management systems and SEO best practices..
Key responsibilities:
Review and edit content for clarity, grammar, and style.
Collaborate with writers to develop engaging and accurate articles.
Ensure all content aligns with the publication's standards and guidelines.
Manage deadlines and coordinate with the editorial team for timely publication.
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Operating from beautiful barns in rural Northamptonshire, Igloo Books specialises in creating great quality adult and children’s books that are published in 36 languages and sold in 58 countries. Igloo Books employs a team of over 140 passionate, talented, driven and inspiring people.
Igloo Books is a division of Bonnier Books UK.
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Application Deadline: May 16, 2025
London
Hybrid
Job Description
Job title:
Editor
Reporting to:
Publishing Director
Location:
5th Floor, HYLO, 105 Bunhill Row, London, EC1Y 8LZ
Working pattern:
Hybrid- minimum of two days per week in the office; up to
three days per week working from home
Department:
Editorial
Imprint:
Studio Press
Salary:
£30,000-£35,000 Per annum, depending on experience
General Summary
Bonnier Books UK is looking for a talented and highly creative editor to join our license and trend-led imprint, Studio Press. Studio is the home of numerous best-selling Disney, Marvel and Star Wars titles for all ages from pre-school to adult, as well as a range of trend-led pop culture books, plus the best-selling Ultimate Football Heroes series.
The successful candidate will project manage and creatively guide the development of books with some of the biggest licenses in the business, ensuring that all titles are produced to an exceptional editorial quality. As part of a supportive and friendly team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the programme through new ideas and acquisitions.
We are looking for an exceptional editor with good knowledge of pop culture trends and the licensed books market, and who is looking to develop their commissioning skills. You’ll be creative, flexible, fast-moving and possess the fantastic communication and project management skills needed to work on a diverse, dynamic list. You will also need solid editing and writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues both internally and outside the business.
Key Responsibilities
Originate, develop, research, copy-edit, proofread and sign-off on a wide range of books (predominantly full-colour illustrated licensed and pop culture books for the UK, US and international co-edition markets) across different formats and novelties to make the best product possible
Editorially guide and coordinate the books in line with the editorial and creative briefs, making sure all files are coordinated through the correct approval workflow for the team
Make sure all files are editorially accurate and produced to the required quality during all stages of development
Ensure that all Studio Press books are produced to house style and fulfil the in-house brief
Research and suggest ideas for the future publishing list, showing awareness of marketplace and trends not just in the UK but also in the US and in key co-edition markets around the world (Asia and Europe)
Qualifications And Experience
A creative mindset and genuine interest in writing, layout and design
An advanced understanding of the technical requirements of full-colour co-edition publishing
An advanced understanding of formats, age-ranges and subject matters
An advanced understanding of the Editorial Process and InDesign
Comfortable with processes, systems and spreadsheets
Strong copy-editing and proofreading skills
A good understanding of the marketplace and our target audiences
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
A commercial thinker, with great attention to detail and insightful organizer
A good role model with a positive, can-do attitude
Company Benefits
Private health insurance
Contributory pension scheme
28 days holiday plus bank holidays
Lively social committee hosting regular events
Group Life cover - including 24-hour GP service
Flexible working and flexible hours from day one of employment
Additional holiday allowance to celebrate your 10th year at BBUK
Enhanced family leave - with equal six months’ paid leave for all new parents
Employee assistance programme available to all employees and their families
Dedicated volunteering hours each year to support charities promoting literacy and reading for pleasure
Cycle to work scheme with bike storage and changing facilities on-site at our London HQ
Wellbeing programme and daily benefits such as fresh fruit and porridge in the office
If you are interested in this role, please apply via our website. We look forward in hearing from you.