The Walt Disney Company seeks a Senior Editor for a six-month project hire with Disney Hyperion. In this role, you will act as the editorial lead on key publishing franchises and manage the full publication process for middle grade and young adult titles.
What You'll Do
- Manage key Disney Hyperion franchises, authors, and a select list of titles.
- Work closely across departments such as design, marketing, and publicity to align on book publication strategy.
- If necessary, run P&Ls, negotiate book deals, and review contracts.
- Draft fact sheets, catalog copy, bound galley copy, and jacket/cover copy.
- Present titles at internal meetings.
- Manage an editorial assistant.
What We're Looking For
- 6-8 years of experience acquiring children’s fiction properties, including structural and line editing expertise.
- Proven experience managing books through the full production process.
- Excellent author and illustrator care skills.
- Established relationships with literary agents; strong negotiation skills; experience redlining contracts.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Strong understanding of P&Ls.
- Strong knowledge of the children’s book marketplace and youth media landscape.
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in the Office suite.
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
Technical Stack
- Office suite
Team & Environment
You will report to the Editorial Director.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $91,200.00-$122,300.00
- Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Work Mode
This role is onsite in New York, NY, USA.
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer.
