Bertelsmann

Non-Fiction Editorial Director, Alfred A. Knopf (Open to Remote)


Pay$150000.00 - $220000.00 / year
LocationNew York/New York
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 266667
      Employer Industry: Publishing

      Why Consider this Job Opportunity:
      - Competitive salary range up to $220,000
      - Opportunity for annual profit award or bonus
      - Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and more
      - Leading adult and children's publishing house with a diverse international community
      - Chance to work with notable authors and shape commercially successful books
      - Collaborative work environment with a focus on quality, excellence, and innovation

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Acquire, develop, and edit works of non-fiction
      - Assess potential value of non-fiction submissions and advise on publication strategies
      - Manage nonfiction editorial staff
      - Work with authors on concepts, outlines, and revisions of manuscripts
      - Consult with other departments on schedule, design, and packaging of books

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Minimum of 7-10 years book editorial experience
      - Strong understanding of competition and non-fiction marketplace
      - Strong line and conceptual editing skills
      - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
      - Prior supervisory experience and ability to manage staff

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Established relationships with key agents

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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.