Editor/Senior Editor

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Hachette Book Group Full time
Job Title: Senior Editor - YA/Crossover and New Adult Fiction Publishing

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Senior Editor with a passion for upper YA and/or new adult publishing and a proven track record of acquiring successful books in either or both categories.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Build a list of commercial novels featuring characters in their late teens and twenties, across genres including (but not limited to) romantic contemporary fiction, fantasy, and mystery/thriller.
  • Create IP proposals and solicit, evaluate, and develop manuscripts for acquisition.
  • Collaborate effectively and punctually with authors and agents, as well as with the Design, Managing Editorial, Sales, Publicity, Marketing, and other departments.
  • Research and identify trends and opportunities for strategic list and profit growth.
  • Negotiate primary deal terms.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 3 years of acquisitions experience
  • Clear editorial vision and a strong understanding of both the overall market and each individual acquisition's target readership
  • Strong agent contacts and relationships
  • A thorough understanding of the overall publishing process, with particular expertise in all stages of the editorial process
  • Proven ability to delivery timely, accurate work product, with strong follow-through
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • An interest in innovation and ability to think outside of the box
  • Results-oriented and able to work both independently and collaboratively
About Hachette Book Group:

Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The compensation range for this position is $66,500-$85,000. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.

The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services.

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