Manage 8-12 illustrated book projects from acquisition handover through to final publication, Translate project concepts and schedules into clear editorial workflows and timelines, Prepare and manage project calculations and budgets throughout the publishing process, Coordinate authors, contributors, photographers, designers, production, and external partners throughout the publishing process, Lead day-to-day editorial execution across all project phases, Provide structural and developmental editorial feedback, Research and acquire imagery for publication, including rights clarification and licensing coordination, Coordinate image sourcing, permissions, and licensing processes, Support the development of design briefings and collaborate closely with design and production teams throughout the publishing process, Monitor schedules, deadlines, and contractual deliverables, Ensure editorial consistency, quality, accuracy, and timely delivery across all project stages, Write and edit editorial and sales materials, including back cover texts, catalogue copy, and presentations, Collaborate across editorial, design, production, marketing, PR, sales, and rights to bring visually and culturally distinctive books to life, Contribute to internal discussions around positioning, content development, and publishing strategy