7. 8. 9. 10. QUESTION 5
CIRCA $25,500 p.a.
An experienced editor is required by an expanding publisher of books on
leisure, craft and wood-related subjects. The position involved taking
charge of the day-to-day process of producing highly illustrated books
from receipt of manuscript to approval for press. A practical approach is
needed, with good keyboard and organizational skills, as well as the
ability to work quickly and accurately to tight deadlines.
You will need to be able to work independently, although you will be part
of a small team, and to be concerned with maintaining the highest
standards.
Please apply in writing to:
Mr. A E Phillips, Publisher
GMC Publications
166 High Street, Lewes,
East Sussex BN7 1XU
34 St Mary’s way
Buxton
Derbyshire BU4 8JS
10
th
October 2010
Mr. A E Phillips, Publisher
GMC Publications
166 High Street, Lewes,
East Sussex BN7 1XU
Dear Mr. Phillips, I am interested in (1) ______ the post of desk editor which (2) ______ in the “Independent” yesterday. My reason for applying is that I (3) ______ for 10 years as an assistant editor in a small publishing company concerned mainly (4) ______ on leisure and hobbies and I am now (5) ______ a post which would (6) ______ more responsibility and independence to make editorial and organizational decisions. I am used to and enjoy the challenge of working to tight deadlines (7) ______ high quality books. I have fast and accurate keyboard skills and am familiar with all modern publishing (8) ______software. I would be able to attend (9) ______ at any time which is convenient to you. I (10) ______ hearing from you. Yours sincerely Olivia James ANSWERS: