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Editorial Lead Lil Legends Location: Noida - Sector 142 Experience: 7-10 years in children's publishing, early learning content, or editorial leadership. Role Overview: As the Editorial Lead, you will be at the heart of product conceptualization, content creation, and innovation at Lil Legends. You will drive the development of engaging, high-quality, and research-backed childrens books and learning tools that align with both market needs and educational frameworks like NEP/NCF. You will also identify and work with authors, illustrators, educators, and freelancers to bring bold new ideas to life across various age groups (08+). Key Responsibilities: Product & Content Strategy: Lead end-to-end conceptualization of new products across early learning and primary categories. Develop a long-term editorial roadmap based on curriculum goals, market white spaces, and parent/educator feedback. Ensure all content is age-appropriate, engaging, and pedagogically sound. Commissioning & Creative Development: Identify and commission talented authors, illustrators, educators, and subject experts. Brief and manage freelancers and creative contributors throughout the editorial process. Oversee content quality, originality, and timely delivery. Innovation & Trend Mapping: Keep a close eye on global and domestic trends in early childhood education and publishing Explore and experiment with new formats: interactive books, bilingual editions, sensory materials, etc. Pilot new product ideas and continuously improve based on user feedback and research. Editorial Operations: Ensure editorial standards and voice consistency across all products Work collaboratively with design, marketing, and production teams Maintain clear documentation, version control, and editorial calendars Alignment with NEP/NCF: Ensure content adheres to the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) and National Curriculum Framework (NCF), especially in the foundational years. Create products that support holistic development: cognitive, socio-emotional, and motor skills. What Were Looking For: Strong editorial instincts with experience in developing children's content Proven track record of managing freelancers and creators Creative thinker who understands both pedagogy and storytelling A passion for reimagining children's publishing with fresh, relevant formats. Familiarity with NEP/NCF or a willingness to learn and apply them If interested, kindly share your updated candidature at recruitment@oswaalbooks.com OR hrleads@oswaalbooks.com
