Art Editor (Economics)
Job Responsibilities
·Edit manuscripts thoroughly.
· Coordinate and liaise closely with writers.
· Set deadlines and specifications for the writing of manuscripts.
· Evaluate writer’s sample chapter.
· Monitor writers’ writing progress based on the agreed-upon submission schedule;
· Ensure all projects assigned are accomplished on time.
· Prepare headings and icons design list.
· Check and confirm heading and icon design.
· Check sample layout.
· Coordinate and liaise with the production staff pertaining to illustrations, typesetting/layout and corrections.
· Determine the general appearance or physical format of the book.
· Check and confirm/approve illustrations drawn for the book.
· Check all text and cover films of the book.
· Secure resources such as information, data, photographs, etc.
· Prepare/check selling points for front and back matters of the book published.
· Prepare/check dummy for printer’s reference.
· Check book cover mechanical and colour proof.
· Purchase reference books.
· Liaise with Marketing Department for feedback on newly released titles.
· Propose new format of publication (series or titles).
· Ensure books are updated, vetted and corrected before reprinting.
· Draft relevant letter to writers.
· Brief Marketing Representatives on selling points for newly released titles.
· Prepare promotional brochures/leaflets, posters, calendars, etc.
· Prepare Royalties Table for the royalty based titles.
· Write books as and when required.
· Translate overseas titles as and when required.
· Perform any ad hoc and other duties relating to the above as may be assigned by your superior from time to time.
Job Requirement
. Economy stream in SPM.
· Degree/Diploma in Economics/ Art in Economics study.
· Fresh graduates are welcomed to apply.
· 1 to 2 years of experience is an added advantage.
· Expert/Familiar with Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint and other word processing and publishing software.
· Fluent oral and written Bahasa Malaysia and English.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: RM2,000.00 - RM2,800.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Maternity leave
- Opportunities for promotion
- Professional development
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday