Production Editor

Argus Media ,
London, Greater London
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Job Title: Production Editor Job type: Permanent Location: London Head Office, Holborn Reporting Relationship: Production Manager Argus is a fast-growing global B2B media company providing essential information on commodity markets. As a business, we continue to grow and evolve, adding new markets, new services, new delivery options and improved analytical tools. Job Purpose We are looking for a professional Production Editor to join our busy team. The Production Editor will work on a high volume of multi-media Argus publications, following a production line approach to ensure that all quality control processes are followed to provide excellent service to our customers. Key responsibilities * Upload publications in accordance with review and sign off processes to meet strict publishing deadlines. * Act as a point of support and expertise for the production and publishing process. * Ensure the highest standards in all published material. * Communicate effectively with Editors and with the Sub editor's department to ensure the smooth running of the production process. * Recognise errors in copy and to improve the quality when required. * Actively contribute ideas and support the development of the production process. Skills and Experience * Proficient with Adobe InDesign (current version cs5). In particular, knowledge of the technical aspects of InDesign, template production, automation and scripting experience would be an advantage. * Proficient in Excel. In particular, creating graphs and manipulating data (for use in InDesign layouts). * Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS. Knowledge of JavaScript would be advantageous. * Excellent eye for detail and ability to follow processes. * Ability to work to strict publication deadlines. * A good manner to communicate with colleagues. * Experience of using a CMS to upload and manage content, would be advantageous - or an aptitude to pick them up quickly will be looked for. * Ability to work with the minimum of supervision but to also work within a team structure. * Ability to accommodate some shift work: most shifts are 10am-6pm but a late shift of 1pm-9pm on a rota basis is part of the role. * Strong analytical and problem solving skills * Clarity of Communication (Precise, Succinct, Effective) * Highly organised and able to manage individual workload * Team Player * Work Flexibility / Adaptability * Takes the Initiative * Degree-level qualification or equivalent in subject area. About Argus Media Argus is an independent media organisation with over 1,000 staff. It is headquartered in London and has 23 offices in the world's principal commodity trading and production centres. Argus produces price assessments and analysis of international energy and other commodity markets and offers bespoke consulting services and industry-leading conferences. Companies in 140 countries around the world use Argus data to index physical trade and as benchmarks in financial derivative markets as well as for analysis and planning purposes. Argus was founded in 1970 and is a privately held UK-registered company. It is owned by employee shareholders and global growth equity firm General Atlantic and Hg. Benefits Our rapidly-growing, award winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognises and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success. * Competitive salary and company bonus scheme * Group pension scheme * Group healthcare and life assurance scheme * 25 days holiday with annual increase up to 30 days * Subsidised gym membership * Season ticket travel loans * Cycle to work scheme * Extensive internal and external training Apply If this aligns with your next career move, we'd love to hear from you. Apply via our website www.argusmedia.com/en/careers/open-positions

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