Managing Editor  

Adarna House is in need of a Managing Editor responsible for supervising the annual updating of titles for reprint and overseeing external book projects, in close coordination with the Business Development and Marketing Groups.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating with clients during the book development process
• Creating timelines and budgets for book projects
• Serving as a liaison between business development, marketing, product development, and printing partners
• Participating in the conceptualization and shaping of the overall editorial vision for book projects
• Overseeing the hiring and training process for outsourced writers and illustrators
• Monitoring project timelines closely and ensuring compliance of both organic and outsourced staff ensuring that output meets Adarna House’s writing, illustration, and production standards
• Providing regular updates to the Product Devt Manager and the rest of the management team
• Managing the annual updating of Adarna House titles and supervising the reprinting process
• Ensuring that all reprints are tracked, archived, and backed up regularly
• Performing other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor

• Bachelor's Degree in Literature, Fine Arts, Advertising, Communications, or any related field.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in editorial, creative, publishing, marketing, or a comparable role.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Filipino.
• Strong editorial judgment and art direction skills, with a keen eye for content quality, design, and brand consistency.
• Proven strategic thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must have a sense of country and commitment to advocating reading and literacy improvement