Distribution across 20 profiles.
Middle half of Book Editors score between 21% and 31%.
0%
50%
100%
p10 · 19%
35% · p90
Task breakdown by work type
On-screen work62%
Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.
In-person + screen0%
Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.
Computer + action0%
Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.
Fully in-person38%
No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.
Typical tasks
3 synthetic profiles for a Book Editor, ordered by automation exposure.
Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Reading and evaluating manuscript submissions or assigned manuscripts for content quality, narrative flow, clarity, and marketability
deep expertisesocial element
23%DD
27%
Collaborating with design, marketing, and production teams on cover concepts, jacket copy, promotional strategies, and publication timelines
deep expertisesocial core
16%AA
4%
Communicating with authors via email or calls to discuss edits, address concerns, negotiate revisions, and manage relationships throughout the editing process
deep expertisesocial core
16%AA
0%
Providing detailed developmental feedback to authors on structure, plot, character development, pacing, and thematic coherence
deep expertisesocial core
15%DD
27%
Attending acquisitions meetings, pitching promising manuscripts, and advocating for projects to publishing committees
deep expertisesocial core
13%AA
1%
Managing editorial workflows, tracking manuscript versions, maintaining schedules, and coordinating with printers or digital publishers
9%DD
70%
Line editing and copyediting: correcting grammar, syntax, style consistency, and ensuring adherence to house style guides
5%DD
61%
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Reading and evaluating manuscript submissions or assigned manuscripts for content quality, narrative flow, clarity, and marketability
deep expertisesocial element
24%DD
25%
Communicating with authors via email or calls to discuss edits, address concerns, negotiate revisions, and manage relationships throughout the editing process
deep expertisesocial core
22%AA
0%
Line editing and copyediting: correcting grammar, syntax, style consistency, and ensuring adherence to house style guides
17%DD
66%
Providing detailed developmental feedback to authors on structure, plot, character development, pacing, and thematic coherence
deep expertisesocial core
14%DD
15%
Attending acquisitions meetings, pitching promising manuscripts, and advocating for projects to publishing committees
deep expertisesocial core
10%AA
5%
Collaborating with design, marketing, and production teams on cover concepts, jacket copy, promotional strategies, and publication timelines
deep expertisesocial core
6%AA
6%
Managing editorial workflows, tracking manuscript versions, maintaining schedules, and coordinating with printers or digital publishers
4%DD
74%
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Managing editorial workflows, tracking manuscript versions, maintaining schedules, and coordinating with printers or digital publishers
23%DD
61%
Line editing and copyediting: correcting grammar, syntax, style consistency, and ensuring adherence to house style guides
21%DD
59%
Reading and evaluating manuscript submissions or assigned manuscripts for content quality, narrative flow, clarity, and marketability
deep expertisesocial element
21%DD
28%
Communicating with authors via email or calls to discuss edits, address concerns, negotiate revisions, and manage relationships throughout the editing process
deep expertisesocial core
15%AA
9%
Collaborating with design, marketing, and production teams on cover concepts, jacket copy, promotional strategies, and publication timelines
deep expertisesocial element
9%AA
7%
Providing detailed developmental feedback to authors on structure, plot, character development, pacing, and thematic coherence
deep expertisesocial core
5%DD
18%
Attending acquisitions meetings, pitching promising manuscripts, and advocating for projects to publishing committees
deep expertisesocial core
3%AA
0%
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