Publications Manager
Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 THB
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Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain the Dib house-style for all contributors and editors to follow.
- Manage the editorial process for all public-facing texts, ensuring high standards of accuracy, quality, and consistency.
- Collaborate with curators, educators, and other staff to develop content that aligns with the museum's mission, exhibitions, and programs.
- Coordinate with the Assistant Director to manage the production schedule for all publications and maintain timely delivery and adherence to deadlines.
- Partner with graphic designers, printers or technology developers, and other vendors to produce high-quality materials.
- Edit, copyedit, and proofread content for various museum publications ensuring quality and accessibility of style.
- Liaise with the curatorial, education, and marketing teams to gather information and insights for publications.
- Manage production processes, including sourcing for, procuring, and liaising with external writers/authors, scholars, curators, copyeditors, translators, artwork photographers, artwork handlers, graphic designers, image copyright clearance.
- Work to develop and manage the budget for publications.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers.
- Collaborate with the PR and Communications Manager and the PR and Marketing agency to optimize digital content for various platforms, including web and other digital platforms. This involves understanding different audience segments and how to appropriately and effectively nuance messages while maintaining their integrity.
- Develop and implement distribution strategies for both print and digital publications.
- Assist the Museum Shop team in managing inventory and sales of publications.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Publishing, Communications, Art History, English, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in publishing, editing, or a related field, preferably in the field of arts and cultures.
- A keen interest in the arts and museum field.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Strong project management and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in publishing software and tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.
- Knowledge of digital publishing platforms and content management systems is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Creative and resourceful thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
