Senior Editor, Children’s Custom – Silver Dolphin & Studio Fun

Readerlink Distribution Services•San Diego, CA

10d•$74,000 - $82,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Silver Dolphin Books and Studio Fun International, the children’s publishing imprints of Printers Row Publishing Group, are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Senior Editor to lead a diverse list of licensed and non-licensed children’s books for ages 0–12. This hands-on role oversees projects from development through licensor approvals and final print-ready files, with a particular emphasis on rapid-turnaround publishing. The ideal candidate is an exceptional editor, writer, communicator, collaborative creative partner, and self-starter who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and takes initiative to solve problems, prioritize, and move projects forward. The position is preferably hybrid and in-house in San Diego, with preference given to Southern California candidates; remote applicants may also be considered. The work is performed in an office environment with a usually moderate, low-decibel noise level. The Senior Editor works in a fast-paced team environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or a related field is required.
Strong to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
Excellent project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with people at all organizational levels and outside partners, and to explain complicated information.
Strong editorial, proofreading, and copyediting abilities, with working knowledge of the most recent edition of the Chicago Manual of Style.
Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency across written materials and deliverables.
Familiarity with publishing industry terms.
Ability to draft reports and correspondence.
Ability to identify and assess issues, gather and analyze information skillfully, and resolve problems in a timely manner with thoughtful, creative solutions.
Interpersonal skills, including maintaining confidentiality, openness to others’ ideas, and valuing teamwork.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
Methodical and organized approach to problem-solving; strategic thinking and analytical abilities.
Energy and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team environment.
Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners.

Nice To Haves

Five to seven years of editorial experience in a children’s publishing house is preferred.
Editorial and licensing experience with children’s books and novelty formats is preferred.
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
Southern California candidates are preferred; remote applicants may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Project manage and assist in the development, planning, and execution of Silver Dolphin and Studio Fun custom books, including novelty, activity, and licensed titles for specific customers.
Oversee creation of mock-ups and pitches for new formats or licensor presentations.
Build and oversee development schedules and coordinate and track all approval stages.
Review, edit, and route manuscripts, dummies, components, designed pages, and proofs.
Write as needed, excluding picture books and chapter books; adapt manuscripts; collaborate with designers on book maps and art notes for illustrators; and complete copywriting assignments as needed.
Create back-cover and marketing copy.
Coordinate with licensors for format approvals, needed assets, and required approval processes.
Communicate with production, design, and freelance talent during all development phases and troubleshoot related issues.
Attend weekly status meetings and communicate each title’s schedule status, format changes, and art or design concerns.
Participate in brainstorm sessions to identify new publishing opportunities.
Bring new ideas for custom opportunities, identify improvements to processes and procedures, and take on complex projects.
Manage outside freelance editors as needed.
Maintain accurate title information in the title management database.
Ensure all titles meet PRPG’s standard of quality and artistic excellence.
Perform other duties as assigned, directed, or requested.