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Closing date for applications: Thursday 19th September<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/job/learn-more-webinar-financial-times-newsroom-apprentice-30042" target="_blank">Learn More webinar: Thursday 12th September – sign up here to secure your spot</a>Start date: February 2025Compensation: London Living Wage&nbsp;This scheme, now in its second year, is designed to help under-represented groups start a career in journalism. If you do not have a degree but dream of being a journalist, this apprenticeship could be for you.As part of our commitment to diversity in the FT newsroom, this apprenticeship is only open to those without a degree. If you are planning to go to university, have started a degree course or have a degree, you are not eligible to apply.&nbsp;About the Financial TimesAcross the FT Group, our people are united by a mission to deliver world-class information, news and services to our global audiences. Our international, award-winning editorial team represents the gold standard in journalism, seeking depth, originality and balance that differentiates us from the pack and engages our subscribers. Click<a href="https://aboutus.ft.com/" target="_blank"> here</a> to find out more about the FT.This apprenticeship is a golden opportunity to study for an intensive NCTJ journalism qualification while working at the Manchester Evening News and the FT, under the 18 month scheme.We are looking for people who would like to develop a deep knowledge of current affairs and business, are curious, persistent, seek out the truth and can show they are suited to working to the tight deadlines and pressures of a modern newsroom. They should also be able to adapt to different environments - the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester.Due to the partnership with Manchester Evening News, we are particularly interested in applications from candidates living in the Greater Manchester area.&nbsp;What we are offering<ul><li>London Living Wage (currently £13.15 per hour)</li><li>Paid-for study towards the intensive NCTJ level 5 qualification through the apprenticeship scheme</li><li>On the job training at the Manchester Evening News and the FT</li><li>Accommodation subsidy available</li><li>30 days annual leave</li><li>A dedicated FT mentor throughout the programme</li><li>Access to FT Employee Networks.</li></ul>&nbsp;What you'll doBegin with 4 months intensive study in London for the NCTJ level 5 journalist qualification (this industry-recognised standard is the equivalent of second year university and includes the NCTJ diploma). One day a week will be spent in the Financial Times’ London newsroom.<ul><li>You will then spend 7 months training as a reporter in Manchester with the Manchester Evening News.</li><li>Return to London to spend 4 months training in a Financial Times specialist publication, such as Investors Chronicle.</li><li>A further 3 months working alongside FT journalists in the field and newsroom.</li></ul>Timings may be subject to change.&nbsp;Who we are looking for<ul><li>This apprenticeship is only open to those without a degree; if you are planning to go to university, have started a degree course or have a degree, you are not eligible to apply</li><li>You will be aged 18 years or over by 1 January 2025</li><li>Have been awarded Level 3 qualifications upon application. Suitable qualifications include:<ul><li>2 A levels</li><li>4 AS levels</li><li>NVQ</li><li>BTEC</li><li>Applied General Qualification</li><li>Scottish higher qualifications</li><li>International Baccalaureate diploma</li><li>Access to higher education diploma</li><li>T Level</li><li>Tech level</li></ul></li><li>Have achieved a minimum GCSE grade of 5 for Maths and 7 for English language</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK.</li></ul>&nbsp;To succeed, you must be<ul><li>Curious about people, governments, business and money</li><li>Open-minded and interested in different perspectives</li><li>A truth-seeker</li><li>A quick learner who is diligent and attentive to detail</li><li>Resourceful, resilient and flexible</li><li>Determined and have initiative</li><li>An excellent communicator, especially in written and spoken English</li><li>Able to adapt to, and thrive in, different environments (the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester).</li></ul>&nbsp;To applyUpload your CV, cover letter and application questions as one document via the Apply button. Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proofread carefully.&nbsp;In your CV, please tell us:<ul><li>The dates you took your GCSEs and A levels (or equivalent)</li><li>Your exam grades</li><li>Work experience to date</li><li>Any language, data or social media skills</li></ul>In your cover letter, please tell us:<ul><li>Why do you think you'd make a great reporter?</li><li>Why should we pick you?</li><li>Tell us about a journalist you admire from any publication and why.</li></ul>Please answer these application questions:<ul><li>Tell us why you want to be a journalist (300 words maximum).</li><li>Tell us about yourself and your potential to benefit from this opportunity (300 words maximum).</li></ul>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a> and do not contact the company directly.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.Creative Access offers&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/career-support-programme" target="_blank">programmes of training, networking and support</a>&nbsp;specifically designed for people from these under-represented groups.

Financial Times

Newsroom apprenticeship

Closing date for applications: 23rd September 2024 at midnightSalary: Starting salary is £27,000&nbsp;We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, organised, and pro-active individual to join our Nosy Crow Production team as a Production Assistant.&nbsp;Nosy Crow is a multi-award winning, independent children’s publishing company based in London. We make child focused, parent-friendly children’s books for ages 0-12. This role is ideal for someone eager to launch their production&nbsp;career in a fast-growing company, which produces a broad range of beautiful books.The role of the Production Assistant is to support the Production team, and be responsible for the production and delivery of range of titles across the Nosy Crow backlist. The Production Assistant will work closely with colleagues from all areas of Nosy Crow and will be responsible for working with other members of staff to provide general office services.As part of the Nosy Crow Production team, you will be involved in every aspect of the publishing process. Working closely with both internal colleagues and external suppliers, you will be a key member of a busy&nbsp;team, responsible for reprints and co-editions across a wide range of products (including mono, colour and novelty items) across the lists. You will also be required to support the team, providing costs,&nbsp;schedules and liaising with suppliers as required.You will love books, have a great eye for detail, be creative, numerate and exceptionally organised. You must be enthusiastic, positive, a great communicator and a strong team player. The ability to stay calm and focused under&nbsp;pressure is a must. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in an office preferably with some knowledge of publishing and production.The role is a full-time position and is a hybrid role, working a minimum of three days per week in our office near London Bridge. The successful candidate will have the right to live and work in the UK. Please note that this role is specifically targeted at book production and no other media.&nbsp;Responsibilities&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Responsible for the production (pre-press, sales materials, manufacturing) of various Nosy Crow backlist titles.</li><li>Liaise with in-house departments across the business including editorial and design teams to ensure that reprint file workflows are handled with accuracy, detail, and speed.</li><li>Responsible for the eBook conversion of all mono titles, ensuring that files are converted accurately, and that full metadata is supplied</li><li>Collaborate across internal departments and external suppliers to ensure Sales materials requirements are met and accurately communicated.</li><li>Provide shipping and general admin support to the Production and Operations teams</li><li>General office assistance including maintaining our file copy library, recycling, arranging couriers and post, and other housekeeping</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Experience of working in an office – highly desirable</li><li>Experience in book production – not essential, though some experience would be beneficial</li><li>Experience in another production, operations, and/or shipping role – desirable</li><li>Experience in another publishing role – not essential, though would be useful</li><li>Biblio experience – not essential, though prior knowledge desirable</li><li>Microsoft Office skills</li><li>Excellent organisational skills</li><li>Accuracy and a keen eye for detail&nbsp;</li><li>Strong numeracy skills&nbsp;</li><li>A collaborative and co-operative approach</li><li>Able to take initiative</li><li>A positive, can-do attitude</li><li>Flexible and adaptable</li></ul>&nbsp;Benefits<ul><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>25 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays</li><li>Christmas closure</li><li>Summer hours</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Income Protection</li><li>Critical Illness cover</li><li>Group Life Assurance</li><li>Enhanced maternity/paternity/partner/adoption leave</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Up to 80% off RRP for Nosy Crow book purchases</li><li>Emergency loans</li></ul>&nbsp;To applyIf this sounds like you, please email your CV, accompanied by a cover letter of no more than 500 words, outlining why you think you would be the perfect candidate for this exciting new opportunity to Rhianna Sandford at the email address found via the Apply button. We look forward to reading your application.Please let us know if you are comfortable doing so, whether or not there are any reasonable adjustments that we should consider that would help during the recruitment process.Nosy Crow is a Disability Confident, committed equal opportunities employer. We believe that employing a diverse workforce is an important factor in success and make recruiting decisions based on applicants’ experience and skills.&nbsp;We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of&nbsp;race, age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, marriage or civil partnership. Applications are treated with due confidentiality.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Crows Nest

Nosy Crow

Production assistant (Children's book publishing)

Closing date: 18th September 2024Salary range: £31,000 - £38,000&nbsp;Bloomsbury Publishing Plc’s Contracts department is looking for a new resourceful and motivated Senior Contracts Executive to join the busy and supportive team.This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Contracts Executive looking for their next career move. You’ll be involved in creating a variety of different types of agreements for authors, editors and series editors, across the Bloomsbury Group in the UK, USA and India with a focus on titles across the Academic, Professional and Special Interest divisions.&nbsp;ResponsibilitiesThe role involves:<ul><li>Wording on offer letters and drafting</li><li>Reviewing and negotiating contracts for content provided across all divisions</li><li>Working closely with Editorial staff to answer queries and provide contractual supports</li><li>Liaising and cooperating with departments across the company including Royalties, Rights and Legal</li><li>Maintaining an accurate record of contracts progress in an efficient manner</li><li>Working efficiently and collaborate with the other Senior Contracts Executive</li><li>Provide guidance as needed to the Contracts Executives</li><li>Supervising the Contracts Assistants</li><li>Covering the Contracts Manager’s role in the Contracts Manager’s absence</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Knowledge of Biblio</li><li>A confident and effective communicator in written and verbal media;</li><li>Excellent in meeting deadlines and communication of potential delays</li><li>Experience of drafting and reviewing contracts and addenda</li><li>Foundational knowledge of standard contractual and publishing terms</li><li>Good understanding of contract law</li><li>Ability to work independently and provide support for Group Contracts Director and Contracts Managers.</li><li>Able to challenge the internal stakeholders to ensure that group polices are followed</li></ul>&nbsp;Additional informationThe role is a full-time and permanent position.The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid working pattern of 2 days office based (Mondays and Wednesdays) / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).&nbsp;BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom (BAME), Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and 21 Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources.&nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) by pressing 'Apply' detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Wednesday 18th September 2024.</li></ul>For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.&nbsp;Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Senior contracts executive, Legal

Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd September 2024Salary: London Living WageDuration: 2 weeksStart date: 4th November 2024&nbsp;Are you obsessed with movies? Does history never cease to amaze you? Are you always dreaming of travelling? Do you love creating content?&nbsp;If any, or all, of these things sound like you, and you would love to spend two weeks (4th - 15th November 2024) with us, then The DK Experience, our remote programme, might be the perfect match for you!&nbsp;&nbsp;Who are we?We’re DK (Dorling Kindersley), the biggest publisher of illustrated non-fiction in the world. We make books covering everything: travel, gardening, cookery, history, children's stories… you name it, we’ve probably got a book on it!&nbsp;We’re looking for creative and passionate candidates to join us on the DK Experience, a paid two-week work placement within one of our departments.&nbsp;As much as we’d like to, high demand means we’re unable to offer everyone a place and we’ll be in contact to let you know if you have been randomly selected this time. We will not contact the unsuccessful candidates however if we don’t have a place for you on this occasion, please do keep trying.&nbsp;Where are you from?The programme requires no degree or previous publishing experience and aims to open the doors of our industry to participants from underrepresented regions, communities and backgrounds.Publishing is traditionally very London-centric and people from London or the Home Counties (Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Berkshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire, Sussex) or who are based in these regions, have traditionally been advantaged in gaining access to the industry.This programme is instead for anyone originally from, or currently living, in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and parts of England outside London and the Home Counties. Please do not apply if you are currently living in, or originally from, London or the Home Counties.&nbsp;Who are you?You need to be above 18 years old to apply. You’ll also come from an experience or background that is currently underrepresented in publishing. This could include, but is not limited to, coming from a socio-economically marginalised background, being of Black, Asian or minority ethnic heritage, having a disabled and/or neurodiverse experience or living with a long-term health condition, or belonging to an LGBTQ+ community.&nbsp;&nbsp;What will you be doing?This exciting opportunity will be completely remote.&nbsp;All you need is a computer, Wi-Fi connection, the right to work in the UK and to be able to commit to two weeks of full-time work.&nbsp;We’ll be taking you behind the scenes of our publishing house and introducing you to all the different areas of the industry. While you will be placed in a creative department, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn about all the other areas of our company.&nbsp;You’ll attend meetings, try your hand at a variety of editing or designing tasks and get involved in a fun group project with other people on the placement. And along with this engaging creative experience, you’ll be paid the London Living Wage, regardless of where you’re based.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please apply by filling out the form by clicking the 'Apply' button. We will not be able to accept applications from any other source.DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background.DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Dorling KIndersley

DK Publishing

The DK experience

Closing date: Wednesday 11th September 2024Contract: Full-time, permanent positionSalary:&nbsp;£27,000 per annum &nbsp;Bloomsbury Publishing Plc is looking for a highly organised and motivated individual to join our very busy Children’s Production Department as Production Assistant.This role will work on a prestigious backlist and reports to the Deputy Head of Production, Children’s Production Division. &nbsp;Key tasks will include costing and processing colour and mono reprints, co-editions, backlist eBooks and some POD along with providing administrative support to the team.The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).&nbsp;Allocated office days for this role are Monday and Tuesday.&nbsp; Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude</li><li>Excellent organisational and time-management skills</li><li>Keen eye for detail and a good head for numbers</li><li>IT skills (knowledge of Office is essential and familiarity with Adobe products and Biblio 3 desirable)</li></ul>&nbsp;As an Assistant role, this position is eligible for Bloomsbury’s Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years.Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the URL detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 11 September 2024 via the Apply button.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

Production assistant, Children's

Closing date: 12th September 2024Salary: £32,000Contract: Full-time, permanent&nbsp;Become an essential voice in children's education publishing at Bloomsbury. Manage diverse titles from concept to classroom!Bloomsbury Publishing is a leading independent publishing house, established in 1986, with authors who have won the Nobel, Pulitzer and Booker Prizes, and is the originating publisher and custodian of the Harry Potter series. Bloomsbury has offices in London, New York, New Delhi, Oxford and Sydney. Within Bloomsbury’s Academic division, it publishes under Bloomsbury, as well as under a number of prestigious and historic imprint names.This role is an excellent opportunity to work across a broad range of early years, primary and secondary educational materials published by Bloomsbury Education, including illustrated historical fiction, non-fiction, poetry, home learning books, teacher resources and professional development titles. Reporting to the Senior Commissioning Editor, the Editor is responsible for independently managing individual book projects from commission to publication, as well as assisting and supporting the commissioning team and senior editors as required.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Working with the commissioning team and senior editors to project manage titles across a broad range of educational products, from teaching resources and professional development books to children’s fiction, non-fiction and poetry</li><li>Guiding individual titles through the editorial process, from commission to publication, working with authors to ensure timely delivery of manuscripts and liaising with production staff to maintain publishing schedules and data in Biblio (publishing database)</li><li>Managing the editorial budget for individual titles to ensure profitability</li><li>Organising and assisting with the writing of AIs (advance information sheets), catalogue copy and book fair materials</li><li>Development editing and copyediting new manuscripts independently, as well as alongside project editor/commissioning editor</li><li>Writing cover and artwork briefs and compiling back cover copy</li><li>Proofreading and liaising with authors at proof stage, collating comments and corrections, feeding back to production and then checking off changes on revised proofs</li><li>Liaising with external and internal designers on page layouts, covers and artwork briefs, including storyboarding and illustrator selection</li><li>Presenting titles to sales and marketing teams at launch and review meetings</li><li>Representing the education list at sales conferences and events, as required&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Organised, confident and a good communicator</li><li>Excellent knowledge of the English language, high standards of accuracy and a keen eye for detail</li><li>Strong organisational skills and a rigorous, self-motivated approach to briefing, meeting deadlines and managing schedules and budgets</li><li>Able to prioritise and manage time effectively</li><li>Awareness of print procedures and printing needs</li><li>Awareness of cost limitations and profitability of a project</li><li>Demonstrable experience of education publishing essential</li></ul>&nbsp;Additional informationThe role is based at&nbsp;our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and Tuesday.&nbsp;BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom (BAME), Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and 21 Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Thursday 12th of September 2024.</li></ul>For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.&nbsp;Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if requiredPlease state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Editor, Children's Education

Closing date: 20th September 2024Salary: £30,750 - £36,400Contract: Full-time, permanent&nbsp;Passionate about education and storytelling? Bloomsbury Publishing’s Children’s Education team is looking for a talented senior editor to shape the next generation of educational books.Bloomsbury Publishing is a leading independent publishing house, established in 1986, with authors who have won the Nobel, Pulitzer and Booker Prizes, and is the originating publisher and custodian of the Harry Potter series. Bloomsbury has offices in London, New York, New Delhi, Oxford and Sydney. Within Bloomsbury’s Academic division, it publishes under Bloomsbury, as well as under a number of prestigious and historic imprint names.This is an exciting opportunity for an Editor with relevant publishing experience to join the Children’s Education&nbsp;team, working across a range of secondary, primary and early years materials that include teacher resources, professional development titles, children’s fiction and non-fiction, and illustrated picture books with an educational theme.The successful candidate will have&nbsp;experience in the education market, will be up to date with the latest education initiatives and be&nbsp;passionate about creating books for practising teachers that are fit for purpose, innovative and commercial. They will be enthusiastic and creative, with a firm commitment to creating high quality educational books for the UK and International markets.&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Established editorial experience within educational publishing.&nbsp;</li><li>Thorough knowledge of the English language, high standards of accuracy and a keen&nbsp;eye for detail.</li><li>Strong visual awareness.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Strong organisational skills and a rigorous, self-motivated approach to briefing, meeting deadlines and managing schedules and budgets.</li><li>Working directly with authors, illustrators, agents and third parties.</li><li>Project management of the life of all components of a project, ensuring it is running to schedule and budget.</li><li>Developing, copy editing and proof-reading manuscripts and layouts to house style.</li><li>Briefing covers according to key dates and schedules, making sure cover copy is suitable for the end buyer and stands up against competition.</li><li>Working with production to ensure they have the information they need with regard to formats, specifications and finishes, and updating them regularly during the life of a project.</li><li>Awareness of print procedures, cost limitations and profitability of a project.</li></ul>&nbsp;Additional informationThe role is based at&nbsp;our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and Tuesday.&nbsp;BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom (BAME), Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and 21 Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources.&nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the URL detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Monday 23rd September.</li><li>As part of your covering letter please include a short paragraph describing an education book published in the last 5 years that you have been impressed by and why.</li></ul>For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal. Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.&nbsp;Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.The Book Trade Charity provide financial assistance for people looking to get into the publishing industry; you can find more information and talk directly here:&nbsp;<a href="http://booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">http://booktradeentrysupport.org</a>Please state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

Senior editor, Children’s Education

Closing date: 10am, Monday 9 September 2024Salary band: £32,000 to £35,000 per yearHours: Full-time, 35 hours per weekLocation: Based in London SW8 / home and flexible workingInterviews: Online, Monday 16 September 2024&nbsp;We empower people with the literacy skills they need to succeed in life. Together we're helping people change their stories. You could join us in this key role, managing our relationships with publishers and authors to support work across the charity.&nbsp;Our Connecting Stories project aims to boost literacy levels among children and young people in communities of greatest need, through a series of inspiring author events, access to free books, and an array of activities led by local volunteers, from book clubs to story trails. Funded by Arts Council England and supported by 43 publishers to date, the project has reached over a million children and young people since its launch in December 2020.&nbsp;As Publisher Relations Manager, you will develop and manage relationships with leading partners in the literature sector to support this work. Based in our development team, you will work alongside our communities and communications teams to recruit publishers, authors and illustrators to deliver exciting local events in target areas. You will also negotiate and oversee book donations, support content, permissions and copyright processes, and help wider author engagement across the organisation. &nbsp;You will need strong experience of managing relationships with key stakeholders at all levels, and of programming in-person and online events. Excellent working knowledge of the publishing industry and contemporary writing for children and young people is also essential. You will be a clear and confident communicator, who enjoys working autonomously and collaboratively.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage relationships with publisher partners to recruit authors/illustrators to support Connecting Stories and the wider work of the charity</li><li>Co-produce a programme of inclusive and diverse events author/illustrator events for schools and communities, working closely with colleagues in the communities team</li><li>Manage event logistics to ensure the best possible offer for the audience</li><li>Ensure authors/illustrators and their publishers are fully briefed and supported in their involvement with Connecting Stories and the wider work of the charity</li><li>Liaise with publishers to manage content, permissions and copyright processes</li><li>Represent the National Literacy Trust at book launches and other publisher events</li><li>Work with colleagues across the organisation to create processes and reports to capture publisher-related activity</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Managing and building stakeholder relationships at all levels</li><li>Good working knowledge of the publishing industry and contemporary writing for children and young people</li><li>Event programming and management, for both in-person and online events</li><li>Good understanding of programming inclusive and diverse events for children, young people and adults</li><li>Confident in supporting early career authors and illustrators</li><li>Working efficiently to multiple deadlines</li><li>Confident working independently as well as collaborating with colleagues</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience working with high-profile authors and illustrators</li><li>IT and tech capabilities for running online events</li><li>Handling sensitive/confidential information</li><li>Good working knowledge of schools and the education system</li></ul>&nbsp;Our people are our most important asset and we value and respect diversity in all its forms (seen and unseen). We particularly welcome applications from Black and Asian backgrounds, as well as candidates with disabilities and from the communities in which we work. We would like to increase representation of these groups among our staff as we know greater diversity will lead to an even greater impact for our work.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

National Literacy Trust

Publisher relations manager

Application deadline: 5pm, 11th September 2024Interviews: Week beginning September 23rd&nbsp;This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for someone who wants to break into publishing and learn more about the areas of sales, marketing, and publicity.&nbsp;Hurst is an independently owned and run non-fiction press based in London but publishing globally. We produce approximately 90 new titles per year in the fields of history, politics, sociology, war studies, and religion, building on our strengths in African, Asian, East European, and Middle East Studies. We aim to publish books that add meaningfully to conversations or start new ones.&nbsp;We’re looking for an enthusiastic Sales &amp; Marketing Assistant to join our dynamic team at our offices in historic Somerset House in central London.The role is a varied one that would suit a graduate with a passion for global affairs. You will gain experience selling at book events, working with authors, strategising on social media campaigns, processing orders, managing bibliographic data, and much more. You will report to our Sales &amp; Marketing Executive. The successful candidate will be well-versed in current affairs and have a genuine interest in the books we publish. Excellent organisational skills, strong writing and proofing skills, creativity, and a positive attitude are essential. Experience with InDesign and/or Photoshop is desirable. We offer a friendly work environment and the chance to get hands-on experience with a range of publishing tasks.&nbsp;Key tasks<ul><li>Contributing to Hurst social channels as necessary – X, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, etc.</li><li>Managing the general inbox and liaising directly with our readers</li><li>Updating bibliographic data with a specific focus on our Amazon listings</li><li>Liaising with our distributor</li><li>Attending and selling at book events</li><li>Managing website orders</li><li>Drafting customs invoices for stock transfers</li><li>Overseeing and managing the digital filing of press reviews</li><li>Picking out pull quotes from review coverage and disseminating</li><li>Coordinating book prize submissions</li><li>Sending out gratis copies</li></ul>&nbsp;Additional informationThe role is a full-time permanent position based on a hybrid model of working from home and from our office in Somerset House (or fully office based if preferred). A minimum of two days in the office is expected. The working pattern and flexible hours can be negotiated.&nbsp;The job is best suited for someone based in London as attendance at book events is required. We can only consider candidates legally eligible for work in the UK as of 2022, and we are unable to assist with any visa applications.&nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Please apply by sending a cover letter and CV to Rubi Kumari by 5pm on September 11th via clicking the 'Apply' button.&nbsp;</li><li>Please send two separate application emails: one should have your documents anonymised (no names, no references to gender, age or contact details, no links to writing samples displaying your name).</li></ul>&nbsp;The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Hurst Publishers

Sales & marketing assistant

Closing date: 11th September 2024Salary: £27,500 plus bonus and benefits&nbsp;We are looking for a creative, curious and highly organised individual to join the Penguin Press team as an editorial assistant on a permanent basis.Penguin Press publishes ground-breaking non-fiction across Allen Lane, Pelican and Particular Books, working with bestselling and award-winning authors such as Judith Butler, Ha-Joon Chang, Malcolm Gladwell, Jonathan Haidt, Katja Hoyer, Naomi Klein, Claudia Rankine, Carlo Rovelli, Gary Stevenson, and Lea Ypi. Press is also home to the world-famous Penguin Classics library.As Editorial Assistant, you will report to a Publishing Director and provide administrative support to editors who publish an eclectic range of non-fiction titles (including history, popular science, politics, and memoir) as well as Classics and fiction in translation. There will also be opportunities for you to support on editorial tasks.&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Liaising with departments across the business, including Publicity, Marketing, Production, Sales, Contracts and Rights</li><li>Acting as a point of contact for authors, agents and translators</li><li>Creating marketing crib sheets, and helping to brainstorm ideas for campaigns</li><li>Organising mailings to authors and agents to solicit endorsements&nbsp;</li><li>Assisting with the editorial and production process</li><li>Reading and reporting on submissions</li><li>Managing diaries and booking fair schedules</li><li>Drafting and proofreading catalogue and cover copy</li></ul>&nbsp;What you’ll bring<ul><li>The role will be best suited to a highly organised individual with keen attention to detail and the ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously: a self-starter who can keep things moving in a timely manner in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>You will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills as you will be working closely with authors and agents.</li><li>You don’t need to have previous publishing experience to be considered: we are looking above all for an inquisitive reader with an interest in serious non-fiction and Penguin Classics.</li></ul>Minimum criteria<ul><li>Demonstratable interest in serious non-fiction and Penguin Classics</li><li>Proven written ability showcased through your application</li><li>Experience/ Knowledge of MS Office Excel/Word/ Outlook</li><li>Demonstrable understanding of managing multiple stakeholders at varying seniorities</li><li>Demonstrable communication skills</li></ul>If you have opted into our disability confident scheme above is the minimum criteria you must meet to be considered for our interview scheme. Please note, there may be occasions where the volume of applicants means we can’t take all eligible candidates to interview.&nbsp;About Penguin: We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone.&nbsp;How to applyPlease apply with your CV and Cover Letter by 23:59 on Wednesday 11th September. As part of your cover letter, please also address the following questions (in no more than 500 words combined):<ul><li>Tell us about some of your favourite non-fiction writers and what they do best.</li><li>What are three Penguin Classics you would recommend to anyone and why?</li></ul>Please note untailored cover letters will not be accepted.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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