Your tasks
Develop new titles with a focus on design, lifestyle & architecture
Independently manage multilingual book projects from concept to print, including budgeting and scheduling
Collaborate closely with authors, translators, freelancers, and editors worldwide, as well as international institutions and image agencies
Handle image sourcing and clearance of text, image, artist, and photographer rights
Proofread and edit texts to ensure accuracy and stylistic quality
Coordinate internally with design, production, press, and sales departments
Support the Editorial Director with projects and administrative tasks
Your profile
We are seeking an experienced, self-driven Editor with a strong track record in developing and publishing successful titles within the fields of design, lifestyle, and architecture.
The ideal candidate brings proven editorial expertise, an eye for compelling content, and a portfolio of published works that demonstrate both creative vision and strong audience understanding.
Several years of professional experience as an editor for design, lifestyle, and architecture topics, ideally in the field of illustrated books
Master's degree in a humanities discipline, design and architecture or a comparable field
Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus
In-depth expertise in clearing text and image rights as well as copyright
Strong affinity for text and confident stylistic judgment in editorial work
Keen visual sense for image and text composition
Extensive international network within publishing and the design/lifestyle sector
Negotiation skills and a confident, professional demeanor
Flexibility, resilience, and a solution-oriented approach to teamwork
International experience and intercultural competence
Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and InDesign
Please include a list of your relevant publications with your application.
We offer
A creative, international work environment with diverse responsibilities in a dynamic, steadily growing family-owned company
An open corporate culture with flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes
Flexible working hours and the option for partial remote work
A permanent full-time position
Daily exposure to high quality, exclusive imagery on a wide range of subjects
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