Firefly Education is a thriving educational publisher producing high-quality print and digital materials for Australian classrooms. We are expanding our editorial team and are looking for a skilled editor to edit and proof educational resources for our primary maths and literacy programs.

Responsibilities will include:

editing and proofing a high volume of online teaching resources

assisting with the editing and proofing of student books

working closely with editors, content writers, designers, animators and programmers to create high-quality educational resources.

The ideal candidate will possess:

at least two years' experience in traditional and/or digital publishing

strong attention to detail

an understanding of instructional design

a high level of computer literacy (especially with Apple OS)

excellent verbal and written communication skills

an ability to manage conflicting priorities and work to strict deadlines

experience in the education sector or educational publishing.

If you have the editing nous, but don't yet have the required experience, we still encourage you to apply. There is also an opportunity for the right person to grow into an editor role from the ground up.

To apply, complete and submit the following along with your CV:

proofing task (literacy)

editing task (maths)

a 97-word cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate (this is an opportunity to showcase your editorial skills and personality – please don't rely on AI)

Copy and paste the following link into your browser to access the tasks: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/e3jw3b7dmig3pdveyax8k/Firefly-Editor-Task-Pack.pdf?rlkey=ib3q7f5t9l8hhf6dfsckd5euh&st=txq6jmyb&dl=0

Download the tasks, complete them and attach them to your application. Please apply through the SEEK portal. Your application can only be considered if you submit all three elements. To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate visa to work in Australia.

This is an office-based role at our beautiful rainforest location in Buderim. The position is full-time, available immediately. Our hours are currently 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Thursday, as Firefly Education is participating in a 4-day work week (4DWW) trial. Find out more here: https://www.fireflyeducation.com.au/company/news/firefly-education-has-adopted-a-4-day-work-week