Editorial Technician (Temporary)

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added today

Grupo Planeta

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Overview

Job details

  • Fixed-term contract

    Full-time hours.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Grupo Planeta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • University degree

    “Estudios universitarios en filología, periodismo, estudios literarios, ciencias políticas y/o humanidades.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Growing professionally alongside a team of experts, where everyone contributes and where there is a great working atmosphere.
  • Temporary contract and full-time employment.
  • Development opportunities through our training and internal talent plans.
  • Exclusive discounts and promotions (training, publishing labels, Casa del Libro, etc.).
  • A comprehensive package of social benefits (flexible compensation, medical insurance, transportation, etc.).

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • University studies in philology, journalism, literary studies, political science, and/or humanities.
  • A postgraduate degree in publishing and editorial training (proofreading) is valuable.
  • We will value a minimum experience as an editorial technician or proofreader, both in a company and as a freelancer.
  • A high level of English is indispensable, and other languages will be valued.

You would fit in with us if you consider yourself a person with...

  • Autonomy and social skills,
  • Organizational skills.
  • Creativity and curiosity.
  • Ability to work simultaneously on several projects
  • Ability to work in a team

The role

At Grupo Planeta, we are looking for an Editorial Technician for the Comic, Minotauro area of our Publishing House in Barcelona (Temporary).

What you'll do

  • Technical coordination of the editorial process (relationship with proofreaders and translators, interaction with the production, design, and marketing/communication departments).
  • Writing and reviewing briefings for design, marketing, and communication.
  • Writing, reviewing, and checking the texts for the commercial folder.
  • Writing design specifications.
  • Management of originals, reading reports, and readers.
  • Calendar control and SGE maintenance (files and plan).
  • Support for the editor in monitoring trends and talent in genre literature (Fantasy, Science Fiction, Horror)
  • Attendance at editorial committees and project proposals.

Hiring process

We invite you to get to know us!

If you think this is your job opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry
Media & Publishing
Founded
1949
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia
Website
planeta.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
  • The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
  • Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
  • The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
  • Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

We are Spain's leading editorial and communications group, family-owned, that leads a broad offering serving culture, education, information and audiovisual entertainment, with a presence in more than 20 countries, connecting with 25 million people every day. All Grupo Planeta professionals and companies share principles based on people, ethics, quality and excellence at work.

Additional information

Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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