Description

Job Summary/General Purpose of Job

•       Position manages the editorial operations of multiple ABA publications (which may include books, magazines, newsletters, journals, annuals, and e-newsletters).  Responsible for management, budgeting, scheduling, editing, production and distribution of legal content.  Work includes heavy involvement with some or all of the following publishing and/or marketing staff, member editorial boards, sections/bar leadership, and authors.  May involve hiring and directing of freelance writers, copyeditors, proofreaders, manuscript soliciting and development, writing developing editorial policies & procedures, and legal research.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent)

•       Project Management for multiple print and electronic periodicals from concept to publication, including managing the work of editorial boards, authors, freelance writers & copy editors.  Manage and ensure cost control and quality control.
•       Responsible for editing & editorial management of multiple periodicals from concept to publication.  Research and become knowledgeable in legal content areas of designated periodicals.  Write copy as needed.
•       Responsible for volunteer development and management.  Educate and counsel volunteers regarding periodical development, content, and editing.  Develop meeting materials; conduct multiple meetings.
•       Develop and manage multiple periodical budgets. Report to editorial boards and entity leadership on budget issues.
•       Responsible for publishing oversight – from contract initiation through production for assigned publications and for best publishing industry practices.
•       Strategize, plan, and develop new products, repurpose content and content delivery in new or multiple media.  Develop art/design ideas in consultation with in-house designers.
•       Performs other related duties as required.

Required Education, Qualifications, Experience

•       Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
•       At least three years’ experience in print/publishing.,
•       Fully knowledgeable in editing and production.
•       Previous experience contract terms and conditions, leading publishing projects and initiatives.

Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience

•       Previous experience in print/publishing in a legal publishing environment.

Physical Requirements

•       Typical office work environment.

Extent of Travel Required in the Job

•       As a normal course of business, this job will typically require travel for less than 5% of the time.

Requirements

Hybrid