Roles and Responsibilities
Roles and responsibilities
Jack Sparrow Publishers acts as a scholarly publishing partner for authors, editors, and institutions. Its primary role is to ensure the dissemination, visibility, quality, and integrity of academic content across journals, books, and conference proceedings.
The publisher functions as:
• A facilitator – providing publishing platforms and support.
• A quality guardian – ensuring ethical, peer-reviewed content.
• A global distributor – enhancing reach through indexing, DOIs, and archiving.
Authors are the creators and presenters of research work. They contribute abstracts or full papers to be included in the proceedings and are responsible for ensuring the academic quality and originality of their submissions.
Responsibilities
Provide clear submission guidelines for manuscripts, abstracts, and papers.
Offer user-friendly manuscript submission and tracking systems.
Ensure fair, unbiased, and timely peer review process.
Protect author rights through copyright and licensing agreements.
Provide editorial assistance for formatting, language, and referencing.
Assign DOIs, ISBN/ISSN for permanent identification and citation.
Support authors with global indexing and visibility (Scopus, Web of Science, CrossRef, Google Scholar, etc.).
Maintain transparent communication about acceptance, revision, or rejection.
Manuscript Preparation
Prepare abstracts/papers strictly according to the publisher’s template.
Ensure clarity, originality, and scholarly contribution.
Research Integrity
Submit plagiarism-free and original work.
Provide proper citations and acknowledgements.
Declare conflicts of interest, funding sources, or ethical approvals.
Submission Process
Submit papers before the deadline in the required format.
Cooperate with the review process and respond to revisions.
Copyright & Licensing
Sign copyright/licensing agreements as required.
Conference Participation
Present their work at the conference (oral/poster).
Engage in academic discussions and Q&A.
Editors serve as gatekeepers of quality and integrity in the proceedings. They ensure that all submissions undergo fair review, comply with publishing standards, and represent the
conference theme appropriately.
Responsibilities
Supply editorial guidelines, templates, and workflows for managing submissions.
Facilitate the peer review system and reviewer database.
Provide training and support on publication ethics and best practices.
Assist editors in plagiarism screening, quality checks, and metadata preparation.
Ensure the smooth production process (typesetting, proofing, formatting).
Support editors in conference proceedings compilation and post-publication indexing.
Before Conference
Develop and circulate Call for Papers (CFP).
Provide clear submission guidelines (templates, formats, deadlines).
Form the Editorial Board and Review Committee.
During Submission & Review
Assign papers to reviewers (double-blind peer review preferred).
Monitor the review process to ensure fairness and timeliness.
Communicate reviewer comments to authors for revision.
After Review
Make final decisions on acceptance/rejection.
Check manuscripts for plagiarism and ethical compliance.
Ensure consistency of formatting, references, and metadata.
Final Publication
Compile accepted works into the proceedings.
Ensure correct ISBN/ISSN, DOI assignment, and indexing submissions.
Proofread final versions and liaise with the publisher.
Conference organizers act as the overall coordinators of the event. They are responsible for managing logistics, liaising with the publisher, and ensuring smooth execution of both the conference and publication of proceedings.
Responsibilities
Planning & Coordination
Collaborate with Jack Sparrow Publishers for publication agreements.
Secure ISBN/ISSN, DOI registration, and indexing arrangements.
Establish committees (Scientific, Editorial, Technical, Review).
Submission & Review Management
Oversee the paper submission platform (conference website, email, OCS system).
Ensure transparent and timely review workflow.
Ethical Oversight
Enforce academic integrity policies (plagiarism checks, ethical clearances).
Handle complaints or disputes fairly.
Conference Execution
Manage presentations (oral, poster, workshops).
Ensure proceedings align with the conference program.
Post-Conference Duties
Deliver final manuscripts, metadata, and author agreements to the publisher.
Support indexing and archiving processes.
Distribute published proceedings to delegates and libraries.
Assign and register ISBN/ISSN, DOIs for conference proceedings.
Provide technical support for submission and review platforms.
Ensure quality through peer-review
standards and plagiarism checks.
Guide in structuring Abstract Books and Full Conference Proceedings.
Manage post-conference publication and submission to indexing agencies.
Offer archiving and digital repository services for long-term access.
Facilitate print and e-distribution of proceedings to participants and libraries.
Jack Sparrow Publishers strictly adheres to:
Plagiarism detection and prevention.
Double-blind or single-blind peer review integrity.
Conflict of interest disclosures for all parties.
Copyright compliance and protection of
intellectual property.
Fair and transparent editorial decisions without bias.
Authors are the creators and presenters of research work. They contribute abstracts or full papers to be included in the proceedings and are responsible for ensuring the academic quality and originality of their submissions.
Responsibilities
Provide clear submission guidelines for manuscripts, abstracts, and papers.
Offer user-friendly manuscript submission and tracking systems.
Ensure fair, unbiased, and timely peer review process.
Protect author rights through copyright and licensing agreements.
Provide editorial assistance for formatting, language, and referencing.
Assign DOIs, ISBN/ISSN for permanent identification and citation.
Support authors with global indexing and visibility (Scopus, Web of Science, CrossRef, Google Scholar, etc.).
Maintain transparent communication about acceptance, revision, or rejection.
Manuscript Preparation
Prepare abstracts/papers strictly according to the publisher’s template.
Ensure clarity, originality, and scholarly contribution.
Research Integrity
Submit plagiarism-free and original work.
Provide proper citations and acknowledgements.
Declare conflicts of interest, funding sources, or ethical approvals.
Submission Process
Submit papers before the deadline in the required format.
Cooperate with the review process and respond to revisions.
Copyright & Licensing
Sign copyright/licensing agreements as required.
Conference Participation
Present their work at the conference (oral/poster).
Engage in academic discussions and Q&A.
Editors serve as gatekeepers of quality and integrity in the proceedings. They ensure that all submissions undergo fair review, comply with publishing standards, and represent the
conference theme appropriately.
Responsibilities
Supply editorial guidelines, templates, and workflows for managing submissions.
Facilitate the peer review system and reviewer database.
Provide training and support on publication ethics and best practices.
Assist editors in plagiarism screening, quality checks, and metadata preparation.
Ensure the smooth production process (typesetting, proofing, formatting).
Support editors in conference proceedings compilation and post-publication indexing.
Before Conference
Develop and circulate Call for Papers (CFP).
Provide clear submission guidelines (templates, formats, deadlines).
Form the Editorial Board and Review Committee.
During Submission & Review
Assign papers to reviewers (double-blind peer review preferred).
Monitor the review process to ensure fairness and timeliness.
Communicate reviewer comments to authors for revision.
After Review
Make final decisions on acceptance/rejection.
Check manuscripts for plagiarism and ethical compliance.
Ensure consistency of formatting, references, and metadata.
Final Publication
Compile accepted works into the proceedings.
Ensure correct ISBN/ISSN, DOI assignment, and indexing submissions.
Proofread final versions and liaise with the publisher.
Conference organizers act as the overall coordinators of the event. They are responsible for managing logistics, liaising with the publisher, and ensuring smooth execution of both the conference and publication of proceedings.
Responsibilities
Planning & Coordination
Collaborate with Jack Sparrow Publishers for publication agreements.
Secure ISBN/ISSN, DOI registration, and indexing arrangements.
Establish committees (Scientific, Editorial, Technical, Review).
Submission & Review Management
Oversee the paper submission platform (conference website, email, OCS system).
Ensure transparent and timely review workflow.
Ethical Oversight
Enforce academic integrity policies (plagiarism checks, ethical clearances).
Handle complaints or disputes fairly.
Conference Execution
Manage presentations (oral, poster, workshops).
Ensure proceedings align with the conference program.
Post-Conference Duties
Deliver final manuscripts, metadata, and author agreements to the publisher.
Support indexing and archiving processes.
Distribute published proceedings to delegates and libraries.
Assign and register ISBN/ISSN, DOIs for conference proceedings.
Provide technical support for submission and review platforms.
Ensure quality through peer-review
standards and plagiarism checks.
Guide in structuring Abstract Books and Full Conference Proceedings.
Manage post-conference publication and submission to indexing agencies.
Offer archiving and digital repository services for long-term access.
Facilitate print and e-distribution of proceedings to participants and libraries.
Jack Sparrow Publishers strictly adheres to:
Plagiarism detection and prevention.
Double-blind or single-blind peer review integrity.
Conflict of interest disclosures for all parties.
Copyright compliance and protection of
intellectual property.
Fair and transparent editorial decisions without bias.
Role of the Conference Organizing Institute
The Conference Organizing Institute (university, research center, or professional body) serves as the host and facilitator of the conference. When publishing with Jack Sparrow Publishers, the institute ensures that the academic, technical, and ethical standards of the proceedings are met and that all contributions are properly managed for publication and indexing.
Planning & Agreement
Collaborate with Jack Sparrow Publishers to finalize the publishing agreement.
Obtain/coordinate the assignment of ISBN/ISSN and DOIs for proceedings.
Establish committees (Organizing, Scientific, Editorial, Review).
Call for Papers (CFP)
Draft and circulate the official Call for Papers with submission guidelines.
Provide authors with templates, deadlines, and instructions.
Submission & Review System
Provide an online submission platform (or coordinate with publisher’s system).
Manage the peer-review workflow, ensuring blind review standards.
Assign reviewers with relevant expertise.
Assign and register ISBN/ISSN, DOIs for conference proceedings.
Provide technical support for submission and review platforms.
Ensure quality through peer-review standards and plagiarism checks.
Guide in structuring Abstract Books and Full Conference Proceedings.
Manage post-conference publication and submission to indexing agencies.
Offer archiving and digital repository services for long-term access.
Facilitate print and e-distribution of proceedings to participants and libraries.
Program Management
Ensure that all accepted papers/abstracts are scheduled for oral or poster presentation.
Maintain accurate conference schedules, sessions, and records.
Ethics & Quality Control
Verify that all accepted works are plagiarism-checked and ethically compliant.
Ensure that only peer-reviewed, approved papers proceed to publication.
Author Engagement
Collect final versions (camera-ready papers) from authors.
Obtain signed copyright/licensing agreements from all contributors.
Proceedings Preparation
Submit final manuscripts, abstracts, and metadata to Jack Sparrow Publishers.
Verify all author details (names, affiliations, emails, ORCID IDs).
Ensure consistency of formatting across
all papers.
Coordination with Publisher
Work with Jack Sparrow Publishers on typesetting, proofing, and layout.
Review proofs and return corrections in a timely manner.
Indexing & Archiving
Provide publisher with complete metadata for DOI registration and indexing.
Support indexing in databases (Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, CrossRef, etc.).
Ensure proceedings are archived and distributed to participants and libraries.
Ensure academic integrity by enforcing plagiarism checks.
Maintain transparency and fairness in peer review.
Address conflicts of interest and maintain confidentiality.
Comply with international ethical guidelines (COPE, ICMJE).
Enhances the reputation of the institute by hosting a globally recognized conference.
Provides high-quality, citable publications for participants.
Ensures visibility of research through DOIs and indexing.
Strengthens collaboration between the institute, authors, and Jack Sparrow Publishers.
Uphold the highest standards of publication ethics (COPE guidelines).
Support open access initiatives where applicable.
Ensure global discoverability of published works.
Maintain digital preservation of scholarly content.
Promote research visibility through marketing, distribution, and indexing partnerships.
Planning & Agreement
Collaborate with Jack Sparrow Publishers to finalize the publishing agreement.
Obtain/coordinate the assignment of ISBN/ISSN and DOIs for proceedings.
Establish committees (Organizing, Scientific, Editorial, Review).
Call for Papers (CFP)
Draft and circulate the official Call for Papers with submission guidelines.
Provide authors with templates, deadlines, and instructions.
Submission & Review System
Provide an online submission platform (or coordinate with publisher’s system).
Manage the peer-review workflow, ensuring blind review standards.
Assign reviewers with relevant expertise.
Assign and register ISBN/ISSN, DOIs for conference proceedings.
Provide technical support for submission and review platforms.
Ensure quality through peer-review standards and plagiarism checks.
Guide in structuring Abstract Books and Full Conference Proceedings.
Manage post-conference publication and submission to indexing agencies.
Offer archiving and digital repository services for long-term access.
Facilitate print and e-distribution of proceedings to participants and libraries.
Program Management
Ensure that all accepted papers/abstracts are scheduled for oral or poster presentation.
Maintain accurate conference schedules, sessions, and records.
Ethics & Quality Control
Verify that all accepted works are plagiarism-checked and ethically compliant.
Ensure that only peer-reviewed, approved papers proceed to publication.
Author Engagement
Collect final versions (camera-ready papers) from authors.
Obtain signed copyright/licensing agreements from all contributors.
Proceedings Preparation
Submit final manuscripts, abstracts, and metadata to Jack Sparrow Publishers.
Verify all author details (names, affiliations, emails, ORCID IDs).
Ensure consistency of formatting across
all papers.
Coordination with Publisher
Work with Jack Sparrow Publishers on typesetting, proofing, and layout.
Review proofs and return corrections in a timely manner.
Indexing & Archiving
Provide publisher with complete metadata for DOI registration and indexing.
Support indexing in databases (Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, CrossRef, etc.).
Ensure proceedings are archived and distributed to participants and libraries.
Ensure academic integrity by enforcing plagiarism checks.
Maintain transparency and fairness in peer review.
Address conflicts of interest and maintain confidentiality.
Comply with international ethical guidelines (COPE, ICMJE).
Enhances the reputation of the institute by hosting a globally recognized conference.
Provides high-quality, citable publications for participants.
Ensures visibility of research through DOIs and indexing.
Strengthens collaboration between the institute, authors, and Jack Sparrow Publishers.
Uphold the highest standards of publication ethics (COPE guidelines).
Support open access initiatives where applicable.
Ensure global discoverability of published works.
Maintain digital preservation of scholarly content.
Promote research visibility through marketing, distribution, and indexing partnerships.