Assistant Editor

Responsibility

The common responsibilities for this position include editing, writing, proofreading, and checking content for both printed and electronic publications. The role involves preparing manuscripts, developing ideas for illustrations, and preparing briefs for design and artwork. Additionally, it requires liaising with authors, freelancers, and various internal departments to ensure smooth work progress. The assistant editor will assist in the production of educational materials, ensuring accuracy and market relevance, as well as conducting market research to inform publishing direction. Collaboration with design and production teams on multimedia projects and reviewing illustrations for modifications are also key duties. Finally, performing ad hoc tasks as assigned by management is part of the role.

Job Growth

Skills Requirement

The percentages next to each skill reflect the sector’s demands in these respective skills. E.g., 30% means this skill has been listed in 30% of all the job postings in this sector.

• Skill Categories
• Specific Skill Sets

Skills Distribution

The skills distribution tells you what specific skill sets are in demand. E.g., Skills with a distribution of “More than 50%” means that these skills are wanted in more than 50% of the job postings.

• More Than 70%
• More Than 50%
• More Than 30%
• More Than 10%