Publishing Professional Apprentice (Special Interest)

Leading on Osprey’s backlist e-books project, working with Bloomsbury’s e-books team to clear the rights for, create and make available for sale ebooks for backlist titles which currently have none Managing the Osprey team’s office copies of books, making sure that one copy of each new title is in the library for reference only and one is on the office shelves, and ordering up any missing copies Managing the Osprey editorial inbox and other Osprey inboxes as required. Replying to and logging emails from the public and from prospective authors - such as complaints, queries and book proposals - promptly and professionally Running meetings processes for regular Special Interest meetings, including circulating materials, taking minutes, and completing follow-up tasks Undertaking a variety of administrative tasks to support the Editorial department as required, such as: checking e-book files; completing photo permissions spreadsheets for books; carrying out picture research; putting together map references; returning hard copy artwork to artists

Training:

To meet the requirements of the Level 4 Publishing Professional apprenticeship programme you will need to spend 6 hours a week of your time undertaking off-the-job learning, which will include:

Formal training, including online learning and internal learning events 1-2-1s with your coach and line manager Observing and shadowing colleagues Writing up learning reflections for your portfolio

Training Outcome:
Full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Acquired by Bloomsbury in 2015, Osprey Publishing is the leading illustrated military history publisher. They have been producing books for enthusiasts since 1968, including both trademark series titles and standalone books. Osprey Publishing's sister imprint Shire Publications offers an eclectic mix of titles on nostalgia, history, culture and craft.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative