Editor

Reporting to the Director, Publications, the Editor stewards resources through the production process (from writer handover to publication) for digital and print math resources. Working with writers, graphic designers, and other editors, the Editor ensures resources are published on time and consistently conforming to high editorial standards.

This is a full-time role (37.5 hours / week). We are looking for 2 candidates who will work in a short-term contract role for up to 6 months.

Location of Work : This role is mainly remote, but you may be required occasionally to attend in-person meetings at the JUMP Math office or attend programs on site within the GTA.

Salary Range : $54,200 - $56,000 based on experience

To Apply :

Qualified candidates may apply on or before April 4, 2025, to [emailprotected] with a cover letter and resume. Please include the position title in the subject line of the email. Please use the cover letter to explain in one page how your qualifications match our requirements and why this job is right for you at this point in your career.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Qualified candidates will be interviewed as applications are received until a suitable candidate is hired. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

JUMP Math is committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. If you require accessibility accommodation, please indicate in your application. Application is only open to those legally eligible to work in Canada.

Key Accountabilities :

Print Resources

• Create departmental style guides for new print resources and respond to queries about house style.
• Copyedit and proofread manuscripts in Word, Excel, and Acrobat.
• Liaise between writers and graphic designers during the production process.
• Proof passes for fidelity to previous passes.
• Check printer-proofs.
• Implement updates to JUMP Math website.

Digital Resources

• Create departmental style guides for new digital resources and respond to queries about house style.
• Liaise between writers and graphic designers during the production process.
• Liaise with stakeholders during and post-production.
• Copyedit and proofread content on digital platforms including Learning Management Systems / Content Management Systems.
• Check assets for fidelity to writer specifications.
• Participate in the post-publication process.
• Implement updates to LMS.

Administration

• Train new editorial staff (in-house and contractors).
• Identify opportunities for efficiency during the production process.
• Maintain correction logs and implement as needed.
• Act for the Senior Editor as needed.

Skills :

• Excellent communication, especially written.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Acrobat.
• Familiarity with Content Management Systems and Learning Management Systems platform is an asset.
• Knowledge and use of standard editing / proofreading mark-up.
• Proven ability to consistently meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes :

• Team player.
• Diplomatic and patient.
• Ability to focus on a task for long periods.
• Proactive problem-solver.
• Strong memory.
• Calm under pressure.
• Flexible / adaptable.

Education and Experience (minimums) :

• A minimum of 3 years of Editorial work experience, including copy-editing and proofreading (preferably educational, ideally in math).
• Post-secondary Diploma of college studies with vocational training (three-year program) or equivalent work experience.