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Book Or Script Editor

OSCA 231232·ANZSCO 212212

Employed

1,300

Part-time share

53.1%

Female share

78.2%

Median age

47 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Book Or Script Editor is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing.

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About this career

Evaluates manuscripts of books or scripts to determine suitability for publication or production, and edits and supervises material in preparation for publication or for film, television, audio or live performance productions.

What they typically do

  • 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

Where they work

Information Media and Telecommunications

States and territories

Share of workers by location

VIC
37.1%
NSW
37%
QLD
12.4%
SA
5.4%
WA
3.7%
TAS
2.3%
ACT
1.9%
NT
0.3%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Book Or Script Editor.

  • Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing

    CUA50125 · AQF 5 · 4 providers

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