Associate Editor

Job Summary

A company is looking for an Associate Editor to join their editorial team.

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire and edit science fiction and fantasy titles, maintaining relationships with authors and agents
• Present potential acquisitions to editorial directors, including competitive analysis and projected sales figures
• Coordinate the editorial and production process for acquired titles and oversee backlist titles

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of editorial experience, including acquisition experience
• Experience with line and developmental editing and project management of frontlist fiction
• Background knowledge of the publishing industry and its timelines
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field