Assistant Editorial Manager, Scripting

Job Description

Job
Assistant Editorial Manager, Scripting

As the Assistant Editorial Manager, Scripting, you will oversee daily production with the primary focus of scheduling and overseeing efficient use of scripting resources. You will support the Scripting Editorial Manager in the production and maintenance of training and documentation, as well as standing in as manager when appropriate. You will also work with the Scripting Editorial Manager in maintaining and improving the editorial quality and capacity of Scripting, building relationships with key stakeholders throughout Deluxe's global team, including but not restricted to: Client Services, Creative Localization, Subtitling, Product, Linguistic Quality, IT, HR Business Partners, and Supplier Recruitment.

Primary Responsibilities
• Schedule all UK production work.
• Maintain an accurate picture of current capacity and future capacity needs using available technology, including Google Sheets, Deluxe's cloud-based platform, Sfera, and Deluxe client teams and resources.
• In collaboration with the Scripting Editorial Manager, address capacity needs through the targeted use of a distributed workforce, leveraging freelancers, vendors, global scripting teams, and technology solutions.
• Work with the Scripting Manager on the production and updating of training documentation, and testing.
• Act as the key subject matter expert for internal and inter-departmental initiatives.
• Editorial work as assigned.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Scripting Manager.

Qualifications
• BA/BS Degree in English, Communication, Production or Post Production Studies or applicable equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of scripting experience
• Experience of resource scheduling and assignment processes
• Experience with team supervision and training
• Experience working with large globally distributed teams
• Deep understanding of Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Comfortable knowledge of algebra and/or lite coding for financial math or spreadsheet functions
• Exceptional communication skills across all levels (verbal, written)
• Experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively
• Preferably have an attraction to applying critical thinking to difficult problems
• Preferably have the ability to present and explain complex ideas in a way that produces understanding and engagement

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r09yx8-18-221-165-246-42 in your application.