Publications Officer

As the appointee you will, under direction of the ACG Senior Publications Officer, be involved in the production of all ACG publications (e.g. event proceedings, reference books, project reports), as well as course materials and multimedia products (e.g. PowerPoint presentations). You will assist with the maintenance of the ACG's Online Repository of Conference Proceedings (papers.acg.uwa.edu.au) and the ACG's websites.The ACG is a dynamic team tasked with a diverse set of activities; thus, effective functioning of the team is important. All team members are, from time to time, required to step out of their comfort zone and assist in different areas of the business as required.About you To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate: Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent experience.Demonstrated experience with copyediting, proofreading and typesetting of large documents.Demonstrated ability to work competently with Word styles, templates, and PowerPoint.Demonstrated ability to maintain websites using WordPress.Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a pleasant and confident manner.Highly developed organisational skills and ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.High level of proficiency in common office software (word processing, PowerPoint, databases, spreadsheets, internet, email – preferably Outlook).Sound research skills, thoroughness and attention to detail, willingness to learn new skills and take direction, combined with the ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team. Desirable: Experience working with referencing styles.Ability to use Adobe InDesign.