Hiring Managing Editor (Operations & Production)

Location: Chennai (Work from Office)

Experience: 2+ Years

About the Role

We are hiring a process-driven Managing Editor to oversee timelines, workflows, and book production from manuscript to final publication. This is a strictly operational and service-focused role, distinct from content acquisition.

Key Responsibilities
Scheduling: Build and manage project timelines to ensure on-sale release dates are met.
Coordination: Serve as the main point of contact between authors, editors, designers, and production.
Quality Control: Oversee copyediting, proofreading, typesetting, and adherence to house style.
Operations: Monitor production costs, manage book metadata, and coordinate Advance Reading Copies (ARCs).

Requirements
2+ years of experience in publishing workflow, project management, or editorial operations.
Must be based in or willing to relocate to Chennai for full time work from the office.
Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills.

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📌 Hiring Managing Editor Publishing Chennai (India)
🏢 Straive
📍 India