Group
Occupation
231232 Book or Script Editor
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
231232 Book or Script Editor
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.
Specialisation
- Script Coordinator
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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