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Production EditorAn established professional publishing house based in Delhi is looking for a Production Editor with excellent communication skills and good command over both written and spoken English. Candidates with a teaching experience would be given preference. Key duties:Oversee the editorial production of books from reception of manuscripts through to deliveryEdit, proofread and check proofs, format and collate material, ensuring consistent application of house style Manage freelancers/suppliers maintaining agreed schedule and budget and high quality standard     Check eBooks, converting files and uploading content and keep databases up-to-dateDeal with permission requests, raising invoices and liaising with colleagues on pricingLiaise with internal colleagues to ensure smooth delivery to appropriate standardLiaise with authors and provide guidance on production editorial processesExperience / skills required:Experience in a production editorial role, within professional book publishingGood knowledge of book publishing processes and legal/professional publishing marketsExperience of managing freelancers and suppliersStrong IT skills including Word and experience with electronic mark-up (XML or HTML) and desktop programsOrganisational skills with the ability to multi-task and work to deadlinesA keen eye for detail and a meticulous, collaborative and flexible approach to workGood communication skills with the ability to deal with stakeholders at all levelsEducation required:The candidate must have a sound academic background.