Cape Town City Centre: Finalisation and Publishing Supervisor

About the Role

The Finalisation and Publishing Supervisor will oversee the entire publication process, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality manuscripts. This role involves supervising a team of language editors, proofreaders, and production staff to achieve excellence in production editing, proofreading, and publishing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign tasks to editors and proofreaders
• Monitor workflow to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Provide guidance and oversight to the team
• Ensure edited and proofread manuscripts meet journal standards
• Coordinate the editing and proofreading process for submitted manuscripts
• Manage galley proofing, reviewing typeset proofs for accuracy and consistency
• Oversee revisions based on author feedback and recommendations
• Develop and implement production schedules to ensure timely publication of all content
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflow and implement processes
• Provide training and coaching for language editors, proofreaders, and production staff
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback
• Control and monitor the budget
• Enforce quality and customer service standards

Requirements

• Supervisory skills: Proven work experience as a supervisor or relevant role
• Proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and other English-language skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to plan and execute complex production schedules with precision
• Proven ability to direct and coordinate operations
• Highly effective supervisory skills and techniques
• Familiarity with company policies and legal guidelines of the field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational, time management, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well under pressure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in People Management, Production Management, Publishing, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Valid drivers licence (minimum requirement)

Salary & Benefits

• No salary information is provided.