Commissioning Editor Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Commissioning Editor:

  • A degree in publishing
  • Masters degree in publishing is an added advantage
  • Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Negotiating skills
  • Research skills
  • Tact and diplomacy
  • Ability to think creatively and commercially
  • Capability to work to tight deadlines
  • Proactive approach to work
  • Tenacity and self-motivation
  • Financial management skills
  • Ability to work well in a team
  • Aptitude for project management
  • Competence in IT.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Commissioning Editor skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Commissioning Editor roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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