Evaluates manuscripts of books or scripts to determine suitability for publication or production, and edits and supervises material in preparation for publication or for production on film, television, radio or stage.

• Reviews and evaluates manuscripts of novels, biographies, short stories, poems, educational texts and other books, and ensures coherence of style and development of theme, plot and characterisation; advises publishers about potential of works for publication and conditions of publication contract; negotiates publication details such as royalties, publication dates and numbers of copies to be printed; reviews and assesses stories and other material for film, television, radio and stage productions; directs the preparation of scripts to be read by announcers to introduce and connect parts of musicals, news, sports and special events programmes.

• Works indoors in an office environment most likely connected to a publishing company, a magazine or newspaper.
• Usually works in adequately heated and ventilated spaces.

• Sedentary physical demand. Frequently sits when writing, reviewing or researching material for content.
• Occasionally stands and walks about the office or research facility to obtain research materials and equipment.
• Stretching up and reaching across is not required.
• Bending squatting, crouching and kneeling is not required.
• Twisting of the body or neck is not required.
• Contact with skin irritants or water is not required.
• Lifting, carrying and holding is unlikely to exceed a sedentary physical demand and is likely to be in the form of books, scripts and other research material.
• Repetitive movements with hands will be a constant when writing by hand or through the use of a computer.
• Driving is likely to be required occasionally to undertake research but is not a significant feature of the job.
• Use of hand-held objects and equipment will include writing tools and paper, computers, diaries, and other record-keeping/office equipment.
• Mental skills necessary include writing, creative, computing, communication, research and planning and organisational skills.

• A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience. In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

• There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.