The Editor will acquire and manage a list of approximately 8-12 books a year, focusing on children's literature, including middle grade and young adult fiction.
In Short
Acquire and manage a list of children's books.
Develop and maintain industry relationships.
Read and evaluate submissions.
Prepare acquisitions proposals.
Run P&Ls and draft deal memos.
Negotiate contract terms.
Oversee editorial and production processes.
Maintain author and illustrator communication.
Attend industry events and travel for conferences.
Work in a hybrid-remote schedule.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years in children’s book publishing.
Strong editing skills.
Ability to manage multiple schedules and deadlines.