Insight Editions
Website:
insighteditions.com
Job details:
Company Description Insight Editions is a publisher known for high-quality, innovative books, journals, and collectibles that emphasize creativity, design, and production value. The company produces acclaimed tie-in titles for major film, television, and gaming properties, including Star Wars, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Destiny, Assassin's Creed, Halo, Diablo, World of Warcraft, and the Harry Potter films. Through imprints such as Weldon Owen, Insight creates visually rich, skill-building and inspirational books in partnership with brands like Downton Abbey, Williams Sonoma, and American Girl. Its catalog also includes award-winning art, photography, and sports titles that highlight influential figures such as John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, Johnny Cash, and the Rolling Stones. Insight Editions focuses on combining compelling subject matter, exclusive content, and striking visuals to create distinctive keepsakes for diverse audiences and fandoms.
Role Description The Managing Editorial Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based in Noida, supporting the editorial and production workflow across Insight Editions’ publishing programs. This role assists in tracking schedules and deadlines, maintaining title metadata, and coordinating communications between editorial, design, production, and external partners. The Managing Editorial Assistant helps prepare, proofread, and review manuscripts, layouts, and final files to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with house style and brand guidelines. Day-to-day responsibilities include organizing files and documentation, updating project trackers, preparing copy for catalogs and marketing materials, and supporting rights and permissions processes as needed. The role also involves resolving routine queries, flagging potential issues in timelines or quality, and contributing to continuous improvement of editorial processes.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong editorial skills, including proofreading, copyediting, and attention to detail in reviewing manuscripts and layouts.
- Candidates should possess organizational and project coordination skills, such as managing schedules, tracking multiple titles, and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Candidates should possess communication and collaboration skills, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Candidates should possess basic technical and software skills relevant to publishing, such as proficiency in office productivity tools (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets) and familiarity with file management and version control.
- Candidates should possess an understanding or interest in trade publishing, pop culture, and licensed entertainment properties, with the ability to support brand and style consistency.
- Relevant qualifications may include a bachelor’s degree in English, Publishing, Communications, or a related field, or comparable experience in an editorial or production support role.
- Additional beneficial skills include familiarity with editorial style guides, experience working to tight deadlines, and the ability to adapt to evolving processes and priorities.
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