Senior Editor - Disney Publishing
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At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives! From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations.
Disney Hyperion is looking for a creative Senior Editor who will both acquire and create children’s book fiction for the list, with a focus on commercial, character-driven picture book franchises. The Senior Editor will manage their own list of titles, oversee junior staff, and help drive picture book strategy for the imprint.
You will report to the Editorial Director.
This is a full-time, onsite position based out of our New York office.
Responsibilities/You Will:
Manage key Disney Hyperion authors and a select list of inherited titles
Strategically evaluate and acquire submissions for the Disney Hyperion imprint; work closely with Editorial Director to shape and drive picture book strategy
Participate in team intellectual property brainstorm meetings and editorial meetings
Write and revise proposals for new picture book programs, select middle grade and young adult fiction
Prepare acquisitions paperwork, including memos and profit and loss statements; track paperwork for approved projects through the acquisitions process; negotiate book deals, review contracts
Draft fact sheets, catalog copy, bound galley copy, and jacket/cover copy
Present titles at meetings including acquisitions, launch, and sales conference
Develop and maintain a strong list of agent, author, and illustrator contacts
Partner closely with Content Packaging and Disney Entertainment teams on beyond the page opportunities
Provide guidance and support to junior staff members.
Basic Qualifications/You Have:
6+ years experience in acquiring children’s fiction properties, including structural and line editing expertise, and managing books through the production process
Proven track record in developing and publishing commercial children's book intellectual property
Extensive editorial experience in picture books and illustrated children’s book formats
Excellent skills in author, agent, and illustrator relations
Established relationships with literary agents, strong negotiation skills, and experience in redlining contracts
Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills
Strong understanding of profit and loss statements
In-depth knowledge of the children's book marketplace and youth media landscape
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Proficient in Word and Excel
Capable of working both independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong understanding of current pop culture trends and youth media
Proficiency in creating presentations using Keynote or PowerPoint
Additional Information:
Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
The hiring range for this position in New York is $89,900.00 to $120,500.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Sobre Disney Experiences:
O Disney Experiences dá vida à magia das histórias e franquias Disney com parques temáticos, resorts, navios de cruzeiro, experiências de férias exclusivas, produtos e muito mais em todo o mundo. A Disney brilha no setor de viagens com seis destinos de resort nos Estados Unidos, na Europa e na Ásia; uma linha de cruzeiros de primeira; um programa popular de propriedade de férias; e um premiado segmento de aventura em família guiado. Além disso, as operações globais de produtos de consumo da Disney incluem os principais negócios de licenciamento do mundo, as maiores marcas de publicações infantis do mundo, um dos maiores licenciadores de jogos do mundo em todas as plataformas; e lojas Disney no mundo todo e na internet.
Sobre The Walt Disney Company:
A The Walt Disney Company, juntamente com suas subsidiárias e afiliadas, é uma líder diversificada em entretenimento familiar e mídia internacional que inclui três segmentos principais de negócios: Disney Entertainment, ESPN e Disney Experiences. Desde seus primeiros passos como um estúdio de desenho animado na década de 1920 até se tornar o atual nome de destaque na indústria do entretenimento, a Disney orgulhosamente dá continuidade a seu legado de criação de histórias e experiências de padrão internacional para toda a família. As histórias, personagens e experiências da Disney tocam consumidores e visitantes de todas as partes do mundo. Com operações em mais de 40 países, nossos funcionários e colaboradores trabalham juntos para criar experiências de entretenimento adoradas por todos.
Esta vaga é oferecida junto à Buena Vista Books, Inc., que é parte de um segmento de negócios que chamamos de Disney Experiences.
Buena Vista Books, Inc. é um empregador de oportunidades iguais. Os candidatos serão selecionados para emprego independente de raça, religião, cor, sexo, orientação sexual, gênero, identidade de gênero, expressão de gênero, nacionalidade, ancestralidade, idade, estado civil, status militar ou de veterano, quadro clínico, informações genéticas ou deficiência, ou qualquer outro motivo proibido por lei federal, estadual ou local. A Disney defende um ambiente de negócios em que ideias e decisões de todas as pessoas nos ajudam a crescer, inovar, criar as melhores histórias e ser relevantes em um mundo em constante evolução.