Project Editor

Royal Collection Trust
Content & Audiences
St. James’s Palace
Permanent
£25,000 - £26,000 per annum
37.5 per week

It’s the satisfaction of opening a newly printed book.

It's taking every opportunity to make your mark. And it’s the satisfaction of presenting and promoting one of the world’s greatest art collections. This is what makes working for Royal Collection Trust so different.

 

Unique in both quality and diversity, the Royal Collection has a fascinating history, and our Publishing Section is responsible for promoting its stories through thought-provoking, beautifully designed books and publications.

 

Working at the heart of our small and talented Publishing team, you’ll be involved in all aspects of the publishing programme. From day-to-day admin to content development, you’ll see the full circle of the publishing life cycle.

 

From guide books and children's stories, to specialist books, catalogues raisonnés and online content, you'll have the opportunity to support a variety of exciting publication projects.

 

No two days will be the same and you’ll grow your skills within this role. You'll work with a variety of authors and contributors working on the copywriting and proof-reading of materials, as well as making sure that all content is accessible and relevant, and in line with our rigorous editorial standards.

 

You'll collaborate and build strong relationships with teams across Royal Collection Trust to ensure all material is accurate and in line with our brand. And you’ll have a hand in the marketing and the release of the publication, ensuring a successful launch.

 

Making sure every publication is delivered to the very best quality will challenge and drive you. And in all you do you'll look to inspire greater awareness of everything Royal Collection Trust has to offer.

With a relevant degree, you'll already have experience in and knowledge of book production. And along with experience of commissioning freelance editors, designers and developers, ideally within a Museum or Heritage sector, you’ll also have a real interest in finding ways of presenting new media and digital content.

Experienced in project management, and with excellent organisational skills, you'll be in your element working on several different projects at the same time and delivering to tight deadlines and within budget.  

You're a strong and assured communicator and able to build effective working relationships with both internal and external colleagues. 

A meticulous eye for detail and exceptional written communication skills will be key to you success. You’ll be confident copy-editing and proofreading high-end illustrated content, and always aim for complete accuracy.

Your excellent IT skills and ability in a range of Microsoft applications (including spreadsheets and databases) will regularly be called upon, and some knowledge of Photoshop and In-Design would be a real advantage.

At your best working as part of a team, you have an open and collaborative style and can readily adapt to changing needs.

February 2019
Vacancy Closing Date: 04/02/2019, 23:55

This vacancy is closed to applications.