Executive Editor, Workman Calendar and Gift

$120,000 - $125,000/Yr

Hachette Book Group - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

Publishing Industries

About the position

Workman Publishing has an exciting new position for an Executive Editor of its Calendar and Gift program. This role is designed for a candidate who brings more than ten years of editorial and acquisition experience, particularly in managing authors, agents, and complex projects. The Executive Editor will be a vital part of one of the industry's most successful and beloved programs, reporting directly to the Associate Publisher of Workman Publishing. The primary focus of this position is to develop new business by acquiring leading brands and talent for a suite of products, overseeing the acquisition of 8-12 individual new calendar titles each year, and editing a minimum of 15 calendars annually. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in illustrated and/or gift publishing, with expertise in developing new programs and working with authors and businesses to create brand extensions. A keen eye for commerce and detail is essential. The work environment is wonderfully creative and collaborative, where the Executive Editor will regularly pitch ideas and projects, participate in discussions with the Publisher and Associate Publisher, and maintain relationships with authors and agents from whom they routinely receive submissions. The candidate should be able to articulate their taste both verbally and in writing, advocating for their projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Work with Publisher and Associate Publisher to identify opportunities and develop offerings for the calendar and gift program
• Edit 15-20 calendar titles per year
• Meet with agents, authors, illustrators, and in-house sales, marketing, and editorial staff to pitch and hear about calendar and gift ideas
• Make deals and negotiate contracts
• Manage an editor and an assistant
• Collaborate with design, managing editorial, sales, and other departments as necessary to meet deadlines
• Present at in-house meetings including Acquisitions, Launch, and Sales Conference

Requirements

• Minimum ten years of experience in illustrated and/or gift publishing
• A thorough understanding of the overall publishing process
• Expertise in both line editing and conceptual editing
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as necessary, as well as with colleagues across the organization
• Excellent attention to detail and proven ability to meet deadlines
• Established contacts in the publishing industry
• Proven ability to negotiate with authors and agents
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Health and dependent care FSA
• Commuter benefit plan
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Travel assistance
• 401(k) plan
• Discretionary bonus program
• PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays, and generous sick leave)
• Group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services