Audio Editor, Bloomsbury Audio

The opportunity: Bloomsbury’s award-winning audio team are looking for a new Audio Editor, passionate about the audio format, to help support the next phase of our growth. You’ll be responsible for the production of a wide selection of audiobook titles from Bloomsbury’s Academic and Professional lists, with opportunity to work broadly across our programme of publishing. You’ll have an eye for detail; ensuring your titles keep to budget and publish on time, without compromising on quality and creativity. The role: The Audio Editor will be responsible for the editorial delivery of audiobook titles across Bloomsbury’s Academic and Professional lists. This includes casting, liaising with authors and agents, and working closely with internal teams to ensure high-quality productions are delivered on time and within budget. Great at building relationships both internally and externally, you’ll be confident in negotiating with agents, attending studios and building a rapport with colleagues across the business. As part of a collaborative editorial team, you will contribute to the success of the wider audio list and uphold Bloomsbury’s creative standards in audio publishing. Knowledge, skills and experience: A creative and passionate audio professional with a strong editorial judgement and understanding of audiobook production. You will be confident managing multiple projects, building relationships, and contributing to a collaborative publishing environment. Skills/competencies: Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building ability Attention to detail, with a focus on delivering high-quality work Commercial awareness and ability to work within budget constraints An ear for casting, and a diverse approach to finding the right voice for every book An understanding of the audio market and key trends Experience in academic publishing is desirable Bloomsbury Benefits: As well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package: Working Pattern: Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred) Holidays: 25 days holiday 3.5 days Christmas company holiday Other Benefits: Two paid Personal Wellness Days Flexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks. Season Ticket Loan Learning & Development - Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal & IPG Skills Hub Share Save Scheme AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance) Ride to Work Scheme Peppy Health App In-house Doctor Eye Care Voucher Scheme EAP Advice and Counselling Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources For additional benefits see below: Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required The Company: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc. Bloomsbury Publishing is a leading independent publishing house, established in 1986, with authors who have won the Nobel, Pulitzer and Booker Prizes, and is the originating publisher and custodian of the Harry Potter series. Bloomsbury has offices in London, New York, New Delhi, Oxford and Sydney. Within Bloomsbury’s Academic division, it publishes under Bloomsbury, as well as under a number of prestigious and historic imprint names. Read Our Story for how it all began. Bloomsbury is committed to creating a working environment that stimulates creativity and collaboration, is respectful of difference, is inclusive and ethical in its practice, and promotes well-being. We are determined to nurture and develop our employees to reach their highest potential, and we know that our success is down to the passion, commitment and hard work of our talented people. We recognise the urgent need to attract and support applicants from all backgrounds and identities to become part of the global publishing industry, allowing diverse voices to reflect and shape our culture and society.