About the role
Publishing editors work at book publishing houses preparing manuscripts for publication. They often have an academic background in language, literature, or journalism and may have completed a publishing education. Publishing editors are the link between authors and readers and are responsible for ensuring that the texts are of high quality.Responsibilities
Publishing editors review and edit manuscripts, provide feedback to authors, and ensure that the text is linguistically correct. They plan releases, coordinate the work with cover design and marketing. Their work also involves assessing new manuscripts and determining their potential for publication.Skills and tools
Publishing editors must have excellent language skills, a feel for text, and the ability to provide constructive criticism. They use word processing programs and editing tools on a daily basis. Organizational ability, communication, and negotiation skills are also important in their professional role.