Editor in Weinheim bei Wiley

Location: Weinheim, Germany – Hybrid

Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are, the background you bring, and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences, your perspectives, and your passion; it’s in our differences that we empower the way the world learns.

About the Role:

The Editor will be responsible for the German language editing of the book series "... for Dummies".

How you will make an impact:

• Supervision of German-language book projects in the "... for Dummies" series, from author acquisition through preparation of the synopsis and costing of the project to printing of the book, management and project support of the authors.
• Actively helping to shape the German-language book program for the technology sectors.
• Editing of manuscripts, proofreading of galley proofs, writing of promotional texts.
Project management of translations, determination and control of necessary adaptations for the German-speaking market, control of translators and freelancers.

What we look for:

• A university degree and ideally 6 years of professional experience in an editing office, ideally in tech publishing.
• Enjoy working independently, developing your own book ideas and putting them into practice.
• Linguistic skills, a good command of English, good project management skills, and an understanding of the financial side of publishing.
Enjoy working in a team and maintaining a friendly but firm approach to authors and translators.

About Wiley

Enabling Discovery, Powering Education, Shaping Workforces.

We clear the way for seekers of knowledge: illuminating the path forward for research and education, tearing down barriers to society’s advancement, and giving seekers the help they need to turn their steps into strides.

Wiley may have been founded over two centuries ago, but our secret to success remains the same: our people. We are willing to challenge the status quo, move the needle, and be innovative. Wiley’s headquarters are located in Hoboken, New Jersey, with operations across the globe in more than 40 countries.

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.

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