Job Description

Random House Children’s Books has an opportunity for a senior level editor to manage approximately 35 titles per year including board books, storybooks, leveled readers, chapter books, and activity books based on major licensed properties from Disney, Nickelodeon, Universal, Netflix, and many other licensors. Must be comfortable working on rush projects under tight deadlines. 

Responsibilities will include: 

• Managing and editing a publishing list of approximately 35 titles per year 
• Managing and/or mentoring junior staff members 
• Brainstorming new book and series ideas with licensors 
• Hiring authors 
• Editing manuscripts 
• Writing title information sheets and web copy 
• Obtaining licensor approvals 
• Collaborating with designers 
• Reviewing all stages of book development 
• Presenting individual titles and book series at Sales Conferences 

This is a remote-eligible position open to candidates residing within the United States, with core work hours primarily aligned with Eastern Time Zone.  

Requirements : 

• 5 years or more of children’s editorial experience 
• Interest in and enthusiasm for licensed book publishing 
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines 
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel 

The salary range for this position is $81,500 – 83,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. 

Please apply by February 4th using our online application process and include a resume and cover letter with salary requirements. If the role is still posted after this deadline, we are still accepting applications.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at < "">

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 276900

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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