Editorial Publishing Assistant

An entry-level position, critical to assisting the editorial team to produce high-quality products. You will work closely with the project editors providing support on various editorial tasks. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with authors, developmental editors, subject matter experts, proofreaders, permissions editors, interns, and vendors to ensure that we produce quality, assessible products on budget and on schedule. This is not a writing position.

• Work internally for the project editors assisting with the development and publication of digital and print college-level textbooks
• Manuscript evaluation for compliance with preparation guidelines
• Manuscript reviewing and supplement updating, formatting, and creation
• Work with the tech team to resolve issues with website, text, or supplemental content
• Work within several client-specific platforms to upload, create, edit, and format textbook content
• Complete photo research for textbooks
• Review permissions logs with guidance from lead project editor
• Assist project editors to review and implement proofreader and author queries/edits
• Create figure mockups and proof figures/designs
• Add alternative text/long descriptions to our texts to ensure they are accessible
• Detail oriented and technologically savvy and enjoy learning new software

• Bachelor's degree from an Accredited College or University, preferably in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related subject area
• 1–2 years of experience in the digital business arena or digital editorial arena
• Strong project management skills
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, Google Sheets and Documents, and Adobe Pro. Experience with SurveyMonkey a plus.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, creative, and demanding work environment that requires meticulous attention to detail
• Superior oral and written communication skills in English
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously
• Ability to forge relationships internally and externally

We are HGS Offshore Staffing Solutions, a premier global partner in building offshore teams in the Philippines, with over 1,500 professionals across Metro Manila and Cebu.

Our goal is to ignite global potential by connecting exceptional talent with companies worldwide. We are committed to propelling your career forward by providing opportunities for growth, where your expertise can flourish in any field. Here, you'll have access to global industries, continuous training opportunities, and a culture where your voice always matters.

At HGS, we go beyond recruiting talented individuals, we cultivate a vibrant community. You'll be able to grow alongside your peers through professional development opportunities at your fingertips and connect with teammates during exciting company events. Our monthly huddles keep you connected with your team and colleagues. We also foster a dynamic community with our charity initiatives, reminding us that our careers can make a real difference. Whether you work remotely or side-by-side, you are always part of the team at HGS.