English Editor

York Press - Lebanon - Zouk Mosbeh

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Job Title: English Language Editor


Key Responsibilities:

  • Editing and proofreading ELT textbooks and related materials to the highest standards of style and accuracy
  • Researching and adapting material according to specific cultures or markets
  • Writing new material in the process of making cultural adaptations
  • Working according to a consistency checklist or style guide
  • Preparing artwork briefs and searching for appropriate images
  • Developing content for interactive activities
  • Matching different components of a book and detecting inconsistencies
  • Reviewing and quality control of the content in interactive books
  • Ensuring processes and schedules are adhered to troubleshooting problems and implementing solutions
  • Quality-checking typescripts throughout the copyediting process


The ideal candidate will have:

  • A degree in English Literature, Linguistics or Education
  • Excellent English language communication skills, both spoken and written
  • A good understanding of the needs of teachers and learners
  • A demonstrable interest in and preferably experience of English language teaching
  • Knowledge in the differences between British English and American English (not a must)
  • Knowledge of international English tests such as the SAT (not a must)
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills


Required Skills:

  • Strong copyediting and proofreading skills with a great eye for detail
  • A perceptive view regarding design features in schoolbooks
  • Time management skills (respecting deadlines)
  • Ability to work under pressure and to meet fixed deadlines
  • Critical-thinking skills
  • High level of motivation
  • Highly developed interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Sensitivity to specific cultural requirements
  • Ability to quickly adapt to challenging situations


Working Hours: ON SITE

Monday till Friday: 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Saturdays: 8:00 AM- 1:30 PM

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