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How many Editorial Consultant jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 1 Editorial Consultant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Editorial Consultant do?

Literary editors supervise a team of editors, whose main duty is to perform the initial editing and proofreading of a text.

Tasks required include:

• Determines subject matter and researches as necessary by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, observing etc..
• Generates and develops creative ideas for literary material.
• Selects material for publication, checks style, grammar and accuracy of content, arranges for any necessary revisions and checks proof copies before printing.
• Negotiates contracts with freelance agents and with buyer on behalf of writer.
• Writes instruction manuals and user guides, technical reports, catalogues and indexes, prepares sales literature and writes technical articles for trade journals.
• Converts documents or spoken statements from original or source language into another language.
• Provides communication support for the hard of hearing or the visually impaired.

What are the entry requirements for a Editorial Consultant?

Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Postgraduate and professional qualifications are available and are required for some occupations.