Packt Publishing Pvt. Ltd

Job Description:

Interested candidates can walk-in for an interview on 16th or 17th September between 10 am to 12 noon only at the following address- 

103, Arena House, 3rd Floor, Road no 12, Opp. Saffron Spice, MIDC, Andheri East, Mumbai 400093. 

Packt Publishing is an international IT book publishing company based in Birmingham, UK, and Mumbai, India. We specialize in publishing focused books on specific technologies and solutions and are looking for a full-time Technical Editor to be based in our Mumbai office. The Technical Editor will be responsible for checking the technical accuracy as well as the grammar and language aspects of all chapters in a book and ensuring that the books have international quality.

When technically editing a book, ensure that the author presents the material in a way that benefits the reader.

Ensure that all the chapters in the book clearly communicate their goals to the reader.

Ensure consistent approach to material in all areas of the manuscript.

Verify that content coverage is thorough and balanced and ensure technical accuracy of the content.

Use valuable resources to make a determination about the content yourself.

If any part of the text isn't clear, query the author. It may be that the reader will understand the reference, and the author will tell you so if that is the case. However, the author may be leaving out important information.

Check and verify all facts, references, and illustrations for accuracy and ensure it matches the text and is appropriate.

Ensure that every text and non-text element is correct.

Check and test the code given in the book. Step through all the processes that the author(s) discuss in the chapters in the same order. Confirm that you are able to duplicate all the instructions given by the author(s) without any problems or errors. Flag any issue that occurs and bring it to the notice of the Content Development Editor and the author.

Verify each and every line including both the text and code is technically accurate and will serve the purpose for which it is intended for.

Apply the Packt House styles to the chapters and ensure the formatting is as per the Packt Style sheet.

Check and correct word usage, clarify sentence structure, and so on.

Tackle issues such as traditional grammar, punctuation, house style, and spelling check and ensure the language and grammar aspects are perfect in the chapter.

Participate in the editorial co-ordination with Content Development Editor, author, translator, and Editorial Manager.

Ensure the work meets market and audience goals.

Salary:Not Disclosed by Recruiter

Industry:Publishing

Farea:Journalism, Editing, Content

Role:IT/Technical Editor

Keyskills:Technical Editing Word Book PublishingITC C++ Java Freshercode testing

Desired Candidate Profile:

Education: UG - B.Sc - Computers, B.Tech/B.E. - Any Specialization, Computers, Electronics/Telecommunication, BCA - Computers, Diploma - Computers, 

Electronics/Telecommunication 

PG - Post Graduation Not Required, MCA - Computers, M.Sc - Computers 

Doctorate - Any Doctorate - Any Specialization, Doctorate Not Required

Required Technical Knowledge, Experience, and Skills

A degree in sciences, math, computers or other related field.

Excellent written and spoken English language skills.

Knowledge and experience with Windows operating system and standard Windows applications.

Ability to grasp the gist of new technologies and apply the knowledge while editing books of those technologies.

If found suitable we can offer you advance roles like Content Development Editor also.

What's on offer:

Packt Mumbai functions in line with its global standards. Whats stored for oneself is ensured great learning environment, ample opportunities to accelerate ones learning curve and importantly an opportunity to work in flexi-work hours.So grab your chance to work with a fast-paced growing organization.Those who have applied for the same role in last three months need not apply.

Company Profile:

Packt Publishing Pvt. Ltd. 

http://www.packtpub.com

Packt is a fast growing international IT book publishing company based in Birmingham, UK and Mumbai, India. We are at the cutting edge of innovation in publishing with a unique strategy of publishing highly focused books on new and ground breaking technologies.

Contact Details:

Recruiter Name:Priya Joshi

Address: Plot no 103, Arena House, 3rd Floor,Road no 12 Opposite Saffron spice hotel, MIDC, Andheri-East Andheri-East. Mumbai-400093. MUMBAI,Maharashtra,India

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