Executive Editor — Nonfiction Growth & Acquisitions

Hachette Book Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Bonuses

Job summary

Hachette Book Group seeks an entrepreneurial, creative Executive Editor to expand our nonfiction program and help shape the evolution of our imprint. This editor will acquire 8 to 12 titles with strong promotional and sales potential each year, building a smart, commercial list that reflects the diversity of our potential audiences and the world we live in.

You will collaborate with the publishing team, edit manuscripts, advocate for authors, and manage title P&Ls while partnering with agents

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of editorial experience in book publishing, journalism, or relevant media.
• Track record of acquiring, developing, and publishing profitable, high-quality titles.
• Deep network of agents and authors.
• Strong knowledge of the nonfiction market, production lifecycle, and sales and marketing strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and polished presentation style.
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-profile and complex projects simultaneously.
• Firm understanding of the business of trade book publishing, including negotiation and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Acquire 8 to 12 nonfiction titles each year with potential for critical and commercial success, attracting quality submissions and prospecting for new authors.
• Collaborate with publishing team to identify and develop areas for growth.
• Expertly edit manuscripts and advocate for authors throughout their books’ lifecycles.
• Efficiently partner with authors, agents, and internal teams (art, design, production, sales, publicity, marketing) to position and publish books with creativity and force.
• Manage title P&Ls and track progress toward sales and profit goals.
• Take on departmental projects as assigned.

Skills

Editorial experience

Communication skills

Project management

Negotiation

Financial acumen

Job description

Hachette Book Group seeks an entrepreneurial, creative Executive Editor to expand our nonfiction program and help shape the evolution of our imprint. This editor will acquire 8 to 12 titles with strong promotional and sales potential each year, building a smart, commercial list that reflects the diversity of our potential audiences and the world we live in.

You will collaborate with the publishing team, edit manuscripts, advocate for authors, and manage title P&Ls while partnering with agents