Associate Editor (NYC Hybrid)
About The Position
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Editor to join the Park Row Books team! The Associate Editor will provide editing support for the editorial director as well as build their own list in genres such as book club fiction, upmarket women’s fiction, psychological suspense, historical fiction, and women’s interest narrative nonfiction. The Associate Editor is a key representative for the imprint and must work closely with numerous internal departments as well as the author and agent communities. This is an exciting opportunity to cultivate a list and work with an innovative publishing team with a proven track of success.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in editorial with 1+ years acquisitions in the categories of book club fiction, psychological suspense, and narrative nonfiction.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Experience with fiction developmental editing and independent project management.
- Keen eye for commercial books with strong sales potential.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Background knowledge of the publishing industry and market trends, particularly in the areas of focus for the imprint.
- Is a self-starter and strategic thinker.
- Detail-oriented with effective organizational skills and can follow through on deadlines.
- Works well with a team.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Has a high level of creativity/innovation and interest in IP development.
Responsibilities
- Solicits and acquires books in accordance with the imprint’s editorial strategy. Categories include book club fiction, suspense, and narrative nonfiction in areas of interest to women.
- Supports the editorial director with select titles, providing clear and comprehensive notes for revision and line editing as needed.
- Independently manages book projects, overseeing them through all phases of the publishing process and acting as the in-house liaison with internal departments (marketing, publicity, sales, art, production, contracts, etc.)
- Develops and executes a cohesive and commercial publishing vision for titles, including launch presentations and cover direction.
- Fosters current agent contacts and develops relationships with new agents.
- Writes copy and other publication materials.
- Manages metadata associated with titles and authors.
- Contributes to the editorial development and project management of IP projects, including concept, author selection, and working on manuscripts through all stages of production.
- Maintains knowledge of competitive marketplace.
- Acts as a key representative for the imprint both internally and externally with agents, scouts, foreign publishers, booksellers/librarians, and other publishing professionals.
- Occasional attendance at conferences and fairs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
