Editor

VIZ Media•San Francisco, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

VIZ Media is looking to add two Editors to our publishing department. As an Editor at VIZ Media, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of print and digital publications, collaborate with talented creative colleagues, and even propose series for acquisition. This role involves managing all editorial duties for graphic novels, simultaneous serializations, and trade book production for both print and digital formats. You will also oversee freelance translators, rewriters, and letterers, and collaborate with various departments including Publishing Licensing, Design, and Production. Additionally, you will be responsible for writing marketing copy, reviewing promotional materials, and researching potential publishing acquisitions.

Requirements

2-4 years of experience in delivering high quality editorial services related to book publication, simultaneous serialization, graphic novels, video games and/or trade books
Knowledge about book publishing, comics, manga, or anime
Experience writing and editing high-quality copy and maintaining continuity in projects
The ability to balance creative judgements with business requirements
Strong skill with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent project and deadline management skills
A Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, Comparative Literature, Communications, or related field or equivalent experience
Willingness to work with content that may include sexually explicit images, nudity, and graphic violence.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the publishing industry
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign and Photoshop)
Working knowledge of the Japanese language

Responsibilities

Manage all editorial duties involved in the graphic novel, simultaneous serializations, and trade book production process for both print and digital formats, including: editing manuscripts, proofreading page and cover proofs, checking bluelines, and reviewing digital editions to ensure quality and consistency
Oversee freelance translators, rewriters, and letterers for the production of graphic novels, simultaneous serializations, and trade books
Work with our Publishing Licensing department to address licensor requirements and concerns and to secure approval for publication projects
Collaborate with in-house Designers and freelance designers on the timely and high-quality creation of cover and miscellaneous text layout for graphic novels and trade books
Write cover text, catalog copy, and other related marketing and sales materials
Check promotional copy in items such as sell sheets, samplers, and other marketing materials to make sure they are consistent with the facts and spirit of the title
Work with Production staff to determine production specifications and with senior Publishing staff to conduct cost analysis and stay within the title budget
Research and propose potential publishing acquisitions
Represent and advocate titles placed under your responsibility
Provide supporting editorial and informational services for other departments, including Digital Publishing, Sales, Marketing, and Animation