Senior Editor, TOR

Macmillan Learning; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Macmillan Learning is seeking a Senior Editor to work primarily for the Tor Books imprint, focusing on acquiring and editing fantasy and science fiction titles. The role requires strong collaboration across various teams and managing editorial processes with authors. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in publishing, knowledge of the SFF marketplace, and excellent editing skills.

The position offers an annual salary between $80,000 and $90,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years publishing or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with the science fiction and fantasy marketplace, specifically space operas and epic fantasies.
• Excellent literary agent contacts.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and edit approximately 10 – 15 original adult SFF titles a year.
• Collaborate on marketing and publicity campaigns.
• Work closely with authors during the editing process.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of publishing workflow

Strong editing skills

Public speaking

Job description

Tor Publishing Group is looking to hire a senior editor to publish fantasy and science fiction. This role will primarily acquire for the Tor Books imprint, with additional opportunities to acquire and work across all TPG imprints, including Tor, Nightfire, Bramble and Tordotcom Publishing.

We are actively seeking job applicants who reflect a broad representation of differences, including race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical ability, neurodiversity, age, veteran, family and economic status and background, geographical background and status, and perspective. We believe that the best companies reflect the incredible diversity in viewpoints, backgrounds, and identities of the world in their staffs, and are committed to inclusive hiring across departments and levels.

What you’ll do:

• Acquire and edit approximately 10 – 15 original adult SFF titles a year. Be familiar with the science fiction and fantasy marketplace, specifically space operas and epic fantasies.
• Be part of a collaborative team and be involved in every part of the publishing process, including contributing to marketing and publicity campaigns as needed, coordinating with art and design teams, facilitating production with managing editors and authors, etc.
• Be a leader and positive influence within the Tor Publishing Group and Macmillan teams.
• Work closely with authors during the editing process and every stage of publishing thereafter, including close collaboration on discussions of positioning, cover, marketing, timelines, and other publishing needs.
• Read and evaluate submissions from industry contacts, and provide second reads for publishers and teammates.
• Brief the cover designer on look, tone, and content of your titles; ensure the cover conveys specific positioning; negotiate all jacket concerns between designer, literary agent, and author.
• Present selected titles to the national account reps each season at launch meetings.
• Determine key selling points for all launches and convey them to the sales force, publicity, and marketing teams.
• Create sharp, persuasive, tailored pitches for every stage of the publishing process, including acquisitions pitch, galley copy, presentation to the sales force, for blurb mailings, etc.
• Actively seek to expand and nurture new and existing relationships with agents and agencies throughout the industry.

What you’ll bring:

• Extensive knowledge of publishing workflow
• Familiarity with the science fiction and fantasy marketplace, specifically space operas and epic fantasies
• Managerial experience preferred
• Excellent literary agent contacts
• Strong editing skills
• Ability to write galley, catalog, flap/cover copy
• Public speaking: ability to present titles to the sales force

Ideal Experience:

• 5+ years publishing or equivalent experience

This role will have an annual salary of $80,000-$90,000.

Macmillan is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, consistently striving to foster a culture where everyone belongs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, physical ability, neurodiversity, genetic information, protected veteran status, family and economic status, and background or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We prohibit discrimination of any kind and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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