Editor

NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Editor will report to the Executive Director, School Market Publishing and is responsible for managing the creative development of 30+ books annually in the areas of children’s nonfiction and licensed media for Scholastic’s proprietary Clubs and Fairs channels and Trade distribution. This role will develop books from concept to publication, including hiring and managing creative contributors, writers, packagers and freelancers with the guidance of senior editorial management and the support of a shared editorial assistant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Edit and develop 30+ books annually for Scholastic’s proprietary distribution channels and Trade, including: board books, novelty books, hardcovers, paperbacks, RLBs,  book “plus” formats, activity books/kits and other special formats as needed.   

  • Oversee all stages of production from concept to publication to ensure quality content is developed on schedule.

  • Identify, hire, and manage authors and/or packagers as needed. Negotiate contracts, costs and payment terms with contributors with some guidance from Executive Director.

  • Monitor workflow between writers/designers, manufacturing, packagers, photo research, marketing and art groups to meet publishing deadlines.

  • Act as US editor on select projects developed by

  • Manage approval process with licensors when needed, including securing all assets, submitting files for approval, and communicating licensor feedback to Production and Design. 

• Actively seek out new brands, authors, ideas and content to acquire. Prepare and present compelling decks of new ideas to share with stakeholders at regular meetings. Meet with channel buyers to assess product needs, conduct sales and trend research as needed to develop effective, engaging pitches.

• Create project budgets, route for approval, and track project P&Ls, contract requests, and invoices.

• Create fact sheets and seasonal catalogs for internal use.

• Assist in the management and mentorship of group Editorial Assistant. Oversee freelance editors as needed.

About Scholastic

For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children’s books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com.

Some benefits that we offer:

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)

• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions

• Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees

• Generous Parental Leave Program

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.

HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 4+ years in children’s book publishing with experience in licensed media publishing and/or nonfiction children’s publishing.

• Experience creating, commissioning, guiding and editing highly visual content.

• Professional proofreading and fact-checking skills.

Experience and Education:

Experience: 4+ years of editorial experience in children’s books or educational publishing with an expertise in licensed media publishing and/or children’s nonfiction.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.

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