Art History Editor

Art History Editor

Institution: TASCHEN
Location: Cologne, Germany

TASCHEN is seeking an experienced editor in art history, focusing on multilingual book publications, particularly art monographs and illustrated volumes. The role involves project management, collaboration with international authors and institutions, and editorial supervision from concept to print.

Employment Details

• Full-time, permanent position (37.5 hours/week).
• 30 days of vacation.
• Flexible working hours and partial remote work possible.
• Supportive creative environment in a growing family-owned company.
• Internal coordination with graphics, production, press, and sales departments.
• Cost-effective meals in the company cafeteria.

Responsibilities

• Develop new titles in art history.
• Independent project management including budgeting, scheduling, and printing.
• Collaboration with authors, translators, freelancers, editors, institutions, and image agencies.
• Management of text, image, and copyright rights.
• Proofreading and editorial work.
• Assist editorial leadership with projects and tasks.

Eligibility Criteria / Profile

• Several years of experience as an editor in art history, especially illustrated books.
• Master’s degree in art history or related humanities field.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English; other languages beneficial.
• Expertise in copyright, text and image rights.
• Strong editorial skills and stylistic sensitivity.
• Visual understanding of image-text composition.
• Broad international network in publishing and art.
• Negotiation skills, flexibility, and teamwork orientation.
• Experience with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and InDesign.
• Applicants should provide a list of relevant publications.

This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure