ASSISTANT EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

The Assistant Editorial Manager position based in Delhi (South Extension) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with 3-6 years of experience in editorial management or a related role within the publishing industry. As the Assistant Editorial Manager, you will oversee various editorial projects, ensuring adherence to deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards. Your responsibilities will include tracking project statuses, following up with authors and proofreaders, and ensuring efficient workflow by organizing and maintaining files and documents. You will work closely with authors, subject matter experts (SMEs), proofreaders, and freelancers to ensure smooth project flow and timely delivery. Excellent communication skills, project management abilities, and a passion for the publishing industry are essential for this role. You will be responsible for monitoring projects closely to meet Turnaround Time (TAT) requirements, identifying and eliminating loopholes in the editorial process, and utilizing the freelancer pool effectively to meet project deadlines. In addition, you will manage project details and communication with authors and suppliers, handle queries from freelancers and authors promptly and professionally, and allocate work to freelancers while monitoring spending within budgetary constraints. You will also be involved in checking jackets, covers, and other relevant materials for accuracy and quality, commissioning authors, reviewing manuscripts, and supervising book production to ensure high standards are met. To be eligible for this role, you should have a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field, along with strong project management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and editorial software, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, as well as experience in market research and competitor analysis, is preferred. If you are looking to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of editorial projects, this position may be the right fit for you.,