VP, Editorial Director, Atria Books_

VP, Editorial Director, Atria Books1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #225Wednesday, June 26, 2024Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.**Atria Books is seeking a highly skilled VP, Editorial Director to join our team. The Editorial Director will play a pivotal role in shaping our editorial strategy, acquiring exceptional manuscripts, and overseeing the editorial process from inception to publication. This individual will lead a team of editors and collaborate closely with authors, agents, and internal stakeholders to maintain our high editorial standards and achieve publishing success.****Key Responsibilities:**1. **Strategic Leadership:**2. Develop and implement editorial strategies aligned with the publishing house's goals and market trends.3. Lead and inspire a team of editors, providing guidance and support in manuscript acquisition, development, and publication.4. **Acquisitions and Manuscript Development:**5. Identify and acquire manuscripts that align with the publishing house's editorial vision and market interests.6. Collaborate with agents, authors, and internal teams to negotiate contracts and ensure smooth manuscript development.7. **Editorial Oversight:**8. Oversee the editorial process from manuscript acquisition through to publication, ensuring quality and timeliness at each stage.9. Provide substantive editing guidance to editors and authors to enhance manuscript quality and market appeal.10. **Market Analysis and Trend Awareness:**11. Stay informed about market trends, reader preferences, and competitor activities to inform acquisition decisions and publishing strategies.12. Analyze sales data and reader feedback to adjust editorial strategies as necessary.13. **Cross-functional Collaboration:**14. Work closely with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure coordinated efforts in launching and promoting published works.15. Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure the visual and physical quality of published books.16. **Author and Agent Relations:**17. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with authors, agents, and industry professionals to enhance the publishing house's reputation and attract top talent.**Qualifications:**+ Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Journalism, or a related field+ Proven experience as an Editorial Director or Executive Editor in a reputable publishing house.+ Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.+ Excellent editorial judgment and deep understanding of market trends.+ Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.+ Passion for literature and a keen interest in fostering new talent.Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable.Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (imonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.**Other details**+ Job FamilyEditorial+ Job FunctionContent / Editorial / Publishing+ Pay TypeSalary+ Employment IndicatorRegular+ Min Hiring Rate$250,000.00+ Max Hiring Rate$300,000.00Apply Now+ 1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA<