Description: Edits scholarly books to ensure clarity, consistency, and correctness. Manages editorial process from manuscript to bound book for assigned projects. Coordinates and oversees work of authors; production and marketing staff; and freelance translators, copy editors, proofreaders, indexers, and designers. Supervises research assistants. Assists with project scheduling and budgeting. Detail-oriented with strong communication and organizational skills; ability to multitask, work independently, resolve conflicts, and meet deadlines; firm grasp of standard American English. Required: B.A. in art history, English, or related academic field; M.A. preferred. 5-7 years editing and publishing experience. Reading knowledge in at least one Western European language. Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style. Proficiency in Microsoft Word (Mac). 

Contact: The J. Paul Getty Trust 
Attn: Human Resources/Editor 
1200 Getty Center Drive, Suite 400 
Los Angeles, CA 90049-1681

jobs@getty.edu

Website: www.getty.edu

Posted On: June 23^rd, 2009