Description:
Jonathan Ball Publishers, a division of Media24 (Pty) Ltd, is looking for an Editor to work at one of South Africa’s most dynamic book publishers. Reporting to the Publishing Director, the successful candidate’s responsibilities will span the range of editorial duties at a trade publisher. The position is based in Cape Town or Johannesburg.
Key responsibilities:- Project managing books from manuscript to print
- Editing and proofreading
- Reviewing and assessing manuscripts for merit and commercial viability
- Helping to identify commercially viable book concepts
- Assisting the sales, publicity and marketing teams with information and material needed for their purposes
- Liaising with authors
- Applicable Tertiary Qualification
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in the same or similar position
- Strong English editorial and writing Shortlisted candidates may be required to write a test
- A love of reading and a passion for South African stories, with a focus on
non-fiction
Skills and competencies:- Deadline driven with close attention to detail
- Planning, project management and organising skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Anyone who is interested in applying for this position and who meets the requirements of the post may direct an application in the form of a CV and covering letter via the following link: https://media24.simplify.hr/vacancy/e4chwv
Closing date: 15 September 2025
Every application must be accompanied by three book concepts (i.e. ideas for books that could be pursued), a clear indication of your salary expectations and details of three referees .
Jonathan Ball Publishers reserves the right not to fill this position at this time should a suitable candidate not be found. Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.
Requirements:
- Project managing books from manuscript to print
- Editing and proofreading
- Reviewing and assessing manuscripts for merit and commercial viability
- Helping to identify commercially viable book concepts
- Assisting the sales, publicity and marketing teams with information and material needed for their purposes
- Liaising with authors
- Applicable Tertiary Qualification
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in the same or similar position
- Strong English editorial and writing Shortlisted candidates may be required to write a test
- A love of reading and a passion for South African stories, with a focus on
- Deadline driven with close attention to detail
- Planning, project management and organising skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal