Editor - Disney Publishing

Walt Disney; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Editor, where creativity meets strategy in the publishing world. This role offers the opportunity to develop original intellectual properties and manage a diverse portfolio of projects. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders, shape the publishing strategy, and mentor junior staff. With a focus on adult fiction, you'll bring your editorial expertise and passion for storytelling to life. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Educational Opportunities

Special Extras

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in acquiring adult fiction properties.
• Proven ability to develop and publish commercial adult book IP.

Responsibilities

• Manage key authors and edit fiction projects through their lifecycle.
• Strategically evaluate and acquire submissions for the imprint.

Skills

Editorial Experience

Negotiation Skills

Writing Skills

Project Management

P&L Understanding

Multi-tasking

Author Care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in English or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Editor - Disney Publishing

Req ID:

10118795

Job Description:

Hyperion Avenue is seeking a creative Editor to develop original intellectual properties (IP) and novels for the adult audience. This role also involves acquiring select fiction and nonfiction works. The Editor will play a key role in shaping the imprint's publishing strategy and managing their own portfolio of projects.

The Editor will bring extensive editorial experience in commercial adult fiction, a keen interest in developing new IP collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, a proven ability to think creatively, a strong awareness of current pop culture trends and media, exceptional writing skills, and outstanding author and agent care abilities.

You will report to the Editorial Director.

This is a full-time, onsite position based out of our New York office.

Responsibilities/You Will:

• Participate in team IP brainstorm meetings and editorial meetings

• Write and revise proposals for adult fiction

• Edit and see fiction projects through their lifecycle

• Manage key Hyperion Avenue authors and a select list of inherited titles

• Strategically evaluate and acquire submissions for the imprint, nonfiction and fiction

• Prepare paperwork and maintain database entries associated with their projects, including memos and P&Ls (profit and loss statements), fact sheets, catalog copy, bound galley copy, and jacket/cover copy, and materials for presentations

• Present titles at meetings as required by the Editorial Director

• Develop and maintain a strong list of agent and author contacts

• Work closely with Content Packaging and Disney Entertainment teams as needed

• Mentor junior staff

Basic Qualifications/You Have:

• 4-6 years experience in acquiring adult fiction properties, including structural and line editing expertise, and managing books through the production process

• Proven experience developing and publishing commercial adult book IP

• Excellent author- and agent-care skills

• Established relationships with literary agents, negotiation skills, experience in redlining contracts

• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills

• Strong understanding of P&Ls

• Strong knowledge of the adult book marketplace and media landscape

• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

• Proficiency in Office suite and willingness to learn company programs

• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience editing non-fiction properties

Additional Information:

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

The hiring range for this position in New York is $67,500.00 to $90,400.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Publishing

Job Posting Primary Business:

Global Book Commercialization (NA)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Publishing - Creative Content-Editorial

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-04-24