Editor

Smith Publishing House; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Full Medical

Free Snacks

Job summary

A prominent publishing firm based in San Francisco is seeking an experienced editor to manage manuscripts and support new authors. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in publishing or a related field and at least 2 years of editing experience. Responsibilities include reading through submissions, communicating with authors, and providing support to ensure their success. This role offers a collaborative environment and great perks including full medical benefits and snacks.

Qualifications

• 2 years of editing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Read through the manuscript slush pile.
• Manage coffee runs for senior staff.
• Communicate deadlines to authors.
• Support authors' mental wellbeing.

Skills

Editing

Communication

Education

Graduate degree in publishing or related field

Job description

Smith Publishing House discovers and publishes new and upcoming authors. We have some of the best authors in world on staff, including; Ernest Hemingway, Jane Austen, Kurt Vonnegut, and others.

Responsibilities

• Read through manuscript slush pile
• Coffee Runs for senior staff
• Communicating deadlines to touchy authors
• Keeping authors from mental breakdowns

Requirements

• 2 years of editing experience
• Graduate degree in publishing or related field
• 401K
• Full Medical
• Free Snacks

Smith Publishing House is an Equal Opportunity Employer