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Editor - ELT (EDI00214)
Delhi
About Us
Navneet Education Limited was founded by Gala Group in 1959; and since then has been India’s most loved educational content provider. Navneet also manufactures stationery, general books and children’s books in multiple Indian and foreign languages making it a dominant player in the field of publishing.
Vikas, Gala, Grafalco, YOUVA, TOPClass and TOPScorer are prominent brands owned by Navneet that are much loved by students and teachers alike. In December 2016, we acquired Encyclopaedia Britannica (India) Pvt. Ltd.’s Indian curriculum division for publishing CBSE textbooks. With this acquisition, Navneet will focus on serving the regional teaching and learning needs with supplemental digital solutions.
At Navneet, people are our greatest pride, resource and are central to growth strategy. Our focus lies in giving opportunities with freedom to inspire ideas and be inspired, opportunities to take up leadership roles early in your career, freedom to experiment and be innovative. If you have what it takes to become an integral part of an organization that is built and driven by people, then you are the person we are looking for. Simply access the “Careers” section to post your resume on our site. It could be your first step towards getting closer to an organization full of self-driven people
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Job Description
Job Title: Editor-ELT
Summary:
This is a critical editorial position in the K12 content development space. The role of the editor will entail complete understanding of the pedagogical structure of a series; reviewing, editing, copyediting of content, drawing crucial documents like competition analysis and vertical-horizontal plan, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
Outcomes:
Smooth functioning of the process and finally, ensuring timely delivery
Responsibilities:
· Major:
Ø To understand the pedagogical plan of a project
Ø To contribute towards documents like competition analysis and vertical-horizontal plan
Ø To review content received from the author and ensure that it is in keeping with the blueprint as well as curriculum guidelines
Ø To identify and commission authors and work closely with them to carry out the vision for a particular series of content, keeping the focus on the learner
Ø To follow the editorial processes, guidelines and standards
Ø To ensure compliance to local and global editorial standards and curriculum frameworks
Ø To manage tasks such as seeking copyright permissions, planning and commissioning illustrations, sourcing photographs
Ø To manage deadlines and schedules without compromising on quality
· Minor:
Ø To project, track and control expenses in line with pre-approved budgets
Ø To manage external vendors
Most challenging aspect of the role:
To deliver quality product within committed timelines
Preferred personality profile:
· Absolute strengths:
Ø Understanding of K12 content
Ø Adaptability
· Beneficial strength:
Ø Eagerness to learn on the job
· Convenient strength:
Ø Ability to think afresh, keeping the learner’s interest in mind
Ø Management of stress
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Well-versed in Microsoft Word, Excel and PDF editor
- Sound editorial and content development skills
- Minute attention to detail
- Growing understanding of pedagogy
- Understanding of quality standards
- A proactive and flexible approach to work
- An eagerness to learn
Other relevant traits:
- Creativity
- Flexibility
- Competence in stress-management
- Ability to function as a team player
Qualification - Graduate or Post-Graduate in ELT / Relevant qualification in ELT
Experience Required : Minimum 5 years experience in book publishing editorial role.