Intellect is an independent publisher of scholarly books and journals, focusing on areas of creative practice & popular culture. We are looking for a well -organised, self-motivated individual to work within our books team. This position will be based at our office in Bristol.

Duties will include:
• working with our authors, editors and printers
• supervision of copyediting, layout and proof reading of our books and e-books
• marketing our books
• attendance at conferences and trade shows

As part of a small team, there will be some other areas of work to which you may be asked to contribute.

The successful candidate will either have a postgraduate degree in publishing or similar, or have at least two years experience in the publishing industry or related field. Excellent organisational and communication skills, initiative and ability to manage and prioritize multiple responsibilities are important in this role. Good computer skills required; experience with Macs and Adobe & Office packages a bonus. There will be a 6-month probationary period, and salary will be commensurate with experience.

Please apply with a full cv and covering letter at the earliest convenience to Ms. May Yao: May@intellectbooks.com.

Deadline: March 1 2010. Interviews will be held at Intellect’s Bristol office during the week of the 6th of April. The salary range is 12K-14K.

www.intellectbooks.com