VP, Editorial Director, Atria Books
Simon & Schuster, Inc - Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101Work at Simon & Schuster, Inc
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Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.Develop and implement editorial strategies aligned with the publishing house's goals and market trends.Lead and inspire a team of editors, providing guidance and support in manuscript acquisition, development, and publication.Acquisitions and Manuscript Development:Identify and acquire manuscripts that align with the publishing house's editorial vision and market interests.Collaborate with agents, authors, and internal teams to negotiate contracts and ensure smooth manuscript development.Editorial Oversight:Oversee the editorial process from manuscript acquisition through to publication, ensuring quality and timeliness at each stage.Provide substantive editing guidance to editors and authors to enhance manuscript quality and market appeal.Market Analysis and Trend Awareness:Stay informed about market trends, reader preferences, and competitor activities to inform acquisition decisions and publishing strategies.Analyze sales data and reader feedback to adjust editorial strategies as necessary.Cross-functional Collaboration:Work closely with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure coordinated efforts in launching and promoting published works.Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure the visual and physical quality of published books.Author and Agent Relations: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 fieldProven 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, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.Job Family: EditorialJob Function: Content / Editorial / PublishingLocation: 1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA
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