American Bar Association

Manage multiple legal publications from concept to publication, including editing, budgeting, volunteer management, and developing new content strategies. | Bachelor's degree, at least three years in print/publishing, knowledge of editing and production, experience with legal publishing preferred. | Job Summary/General Purpose of Job • Position manages the editorial operations of multiple ABA publications (which may include books, magazines, newsletters, journals, annuals, and e-newsletters). Responsible for management, budgeting, scheduling, editing, production and distribution of legal content. Work includes heavy involvement with some or all of the following publishing and/or marketing staff, member editorial boards, sections/bar leadership, and authors. May involve hiring and directing of freelance writers, copyeditors, proofreaders, manuscript soliciting and development, writing developing editorial policies & procedures, and legal research. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent) • Project Management for multiple print and electronic periodicals from concept to publication, including managing the work of editorial boards, authors, freelance writers & copy editors. Manage and ensure cost control and quality control. • Responsible for editing & editorial management of multiple periodicals from concept to publication. Research and become knowledgeable in legal content areas of designated periodicals. Write copy as needed. • Responsible for volunteer development and management. Educate and counsel volunteers regarding periodical development, content, and editing. Develop meeting materials; conduct multiple meetings. • Develop and manage multiple periodical budgets. Report to editorial boards and entity leadership on budget issues. • Responsible for publishing oversight – from contract initiation through production for assigned publications and for best publishing industry practices. • Strategize, plan, and develop new products, repurpose content and content delivery in new or multiple media. Develop art/design ideas in consultation with in-house designers. • Performs other related duties as required. Required Education, Qualifications, Experience • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. • At least three years’ experience in print/publishing., • Fully knowledgeable in editing and production. • Previous experience contract terms and conditions, leading publishing projects and initiatives. Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience • Previous experience in print/publishing in a legal publishing environment. Physical Requirements • Typical office work environment. Extent of Travel Required in the Job • As a normal course of business, this job will typically require travel for less than 5% of the time.