Bertelsmann

Editor, Random House Graphic, Random House Children's Books (Open to Remote)


PayCompetitive
LocationNew York/New York
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 267844
      Employer Industry: Publishing

      Why Consider this Job Opportunity:
      - Salary up to $72,000
      - Opportunity for annual profit award or bonus
      - Comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, and more
      - Chance to work on a quickly growing children's graphic novel imprint
      - Collaborative and creative work environment
      - Opportunity to work on a diverse range of graphic novels for children

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Acquire and edit approximately 12+ kids and YA graphic novels a year
      - Collaborate with licensed and internal partners to approve each stage of a project
      - Request books, art files, and other assets from licensors as necessary
      - Manage approvals, rate requests, and queries with clients
      - Recruit, hire, and manage freelance editors, translators, and proofreaders

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Minimum of 3-5 years of publishing experience in editorial for a kids comic or manga publisher
      - Excellent editorial skills and the ability to communicate effectively with publishing partners
      - Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
      - Excellent writing and copywriting skills
      - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual communication tools

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Experience in manga or graphic novels
      - Aptitude in Japanese or Korean language

      #Publishing #GraphicNovels #Editorial #ChildrensBooks #CreativeOpportunity

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  • About the company

      Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company that operates in about 50 countries around the world. It includes the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato, the Bertelsmann Printing Group, the Bertelsmann Education Group and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds.