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Description

The Hachette Book Group is seeking a Managing Editor for its Basic Books Publishing division. Basic Books publishes about 90 nonfiction titles a year across a broad range of categories, including business, economics, politics, science, history, biography, psychology, and current events. This position reports to the VP, Executive Managing Editor. For more information, visit basicbooks.com.

Responsibilities

1. Work in close partnership with the Basic Books publisher and the editorial and art teams on seasonal lists to ensure timely delivery of manuscripts, copy, and sales materials
2. Collaborate with the editorial, art, and production departments to schedule and monitor titles through the entire production process
3. Manage an initiative to refresh active backlist titles
4. Develop or refine procedures to improve existing workflows and ensure that interdepartmental best practices and standards are maintained
5. Lead and participate in various interdepartmental meetings, such as production meetings and status meetings
6. Maintain title data and communicate changes companywide
7. Review ONIX metadata for accuracy and completeness, and coordinate off-cycle releases with editorial, sales, and ONIX support teams

Requirements

1. 5+ years managing editorial experience, preferably in a trade house
2. Solid knowledge of the entire trade publishing process for narrative nonfiction
3. Proven communication and interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, collegiality, and assertiveness to meet deadlines
4. Demonstrated team leadership and mentorship skills
5. Strong organizational skills, with an aptitude for process development and innovation
6. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, electronic copyediting, coding, and Adobe markup
7. Solid copyediting and proofreading skills
8. Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style (17th and 18th editions)

The compensation for this position is $80,000-$90,000, depending on skills, experience, and location. We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices. Hachette Book Group offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industry: Book and Periodical Publishing