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Occupation

232232 Book or Script Editor

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

232232 Book or Script Editor

Evaluates manuscripts of books or scripts to determine suitability for publication or production, and edits and supervises material in preparation for publication or for production on film, television, radio, or stage.

Specialisation

  • Script Coordinator

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Provides feedback and helps with the structure and organisation of a manuscript
  • Proofreads manuscripts for clarity and coherence
  • Evaluates manuscripts for publication or production suitability
  • Provides feedback to authors to improve drafts and produce a final version of the book
  • Provides feedback to screenwriters to improve drafts and produce a final version of the screenplay or script
  • Coordinates with designers and Illustrators to support production
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