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OSCA 2024 · 231232 · Skill level 1

Book or Script Editor: OSCA 231232

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Book or Script Editor is OSCA 2024 code 231232. It corresponds to ANZSCO 212212 Book or Script Editor, which is on the STSOL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 231232

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

The job

What a book or script editor does

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.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Specialisations

  • Script Coordinator

Main tasks

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

Unit group 2312

Other occupations in Authors, and Book and Script Editors

Questions

OSCA 231232: common questions

What is the OSCA code for book or script editor?
The OSCA 2024 code is 231232 (Book or Script Editor), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 231232?
ANZSCO 212212 Book or Script Editor. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Book or Script Editor on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 212212 Book or Script Editor is on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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