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Base pay range

$40,000.00/yr - $45,000.00/yr

The Assistant Editor supports the Editorial Director and Executive Editor in the development and production of Skybound comics. The Assistant Editor may also edit special titles as needed.

Reports: This position will report to Editorial Director.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assists Editors with development and production of Skybound original comics, licensed comics, digital comics, media tie-ins, custom projects, and additional projects, as needed.
• Communicates with freelancers, Editorial team, internal departments, and external partners to ensure that the projects are on deadline.
• Ensures that tip sheets, cover copy, catalog copy, and other relevant materials are created and distributed on time.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• One to two years of work experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of art, ability to discuss composition, color, and design.
• Knowledge of core comic book mythologies and terminology required, with preference given to those who understand the comic book industry.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully (both verbally and in writing) with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Must have the ability to organize and pay close attention to details.
• Must have the ability to work well under time constraints, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks and project elements simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Online or print editorial experience.
• Copyediting and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe Creative Cloud software (Acrobat and Photoshop).

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $40,000 - $45,000

Skybound offers a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, as well as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K plan with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off, wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement.

Company Overview

Skybound is a multiplatform content company working closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending stories and universes to new platforms, including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. We are home to critically-acclaimed global franchises, including The Walking Dead and Invincible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Skybound we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! Skybound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, hair texture or veteran status.

Skybound will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the CA Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Writing/Editing

Industries

Entertainment Providers