Senior Editor

Description

At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It’s why we work with some of the world’s leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.

ABOUT THIS ROLE
Audible’s Content team is looking for a smart, passionate, book and podcast-obsessed editor to support the ongoing curation needs of the editorial team and to oversee and grow the written interview program. The Senior Editor is expected to define the goals and strategy of the program, ensuring that they ladder up to the overall goals of both the larger department and the business. They will also work cross-functionally with other partner teams on the execution of the program (where appropriate), advocate for and secure featured placement for their launches, create efficient and effective best practices, and scale the program as necessary across our Global marketplaces. The Senior Editor understands how to measure the success of their program, grow the program, and report on and share results. The role also requires being an active participant in other Editorial programs, such as Editors Select and Best of the Year, lending subject matter and genre expertise where appropriate.

ABOUT THE TEAM
Our content team focuses on creating incredible listening experiences. Whether producing new content in our state-of-the-art facilities at Audible Studios or managing editorials, our team is committed to delivering engaging, exciting, and enthralling stories every single time. Our in-house publishing team is made up of passionate individuals who are full of fresh ideas and innovative approaches that enable us to not only share classic tales with our audiences worldwide, but create them, too.

As a Senior Editor, you will…
- Oversee Editorial’s written interview program, identifying authors to interview each season, and working with the publisher relations team to secure the interviews
- Provide Editorial feedback on interview questions, and work with other members of the Editorial team to ensure that the interview is both compelling and audio-forward
- Shepherd the production of the interviews, and get them localized to marketplaces as appropriate
- Deliver on results of the program, and create and oversee the strategy for the program’s growth (particularly in our global marketplaces)
- Offer subject-matter expertise on various genres
- Conceive, pitch, create, and edit content for our blog designed to help our listeners find their next great listen

ABOUT AUDIBLE
Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners’ imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. We are a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are dreamers and inventors who are passionate about the positive impact Audible can make for our customers and our neighbors. This spirit courses throughout Audible, supporting a culture of creativity and inclusion built on our People Principles and our mission to build more equitable communities in the cities we call home.

Basic Qualifications

- Experience working with a Content Management System (e.g. Wordpress, Drupla, Joomla, etc.)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 5 years editorial experience, preferably in publishing or related field
- Experience scaling editorial programs, and delivering on results
- Experience interviewing authors, narrators, or similar talent

Preferred Qualifications

- Speak, write, and read fluently in Spanish
- Experience working within a global company, with multi-country responsibilities
- Experience managing multiple complex projects and adapting to change
- Curatorial expertise, and strong written skills
- Interest in and knowledge of the Australian marketplace
- Familiarity with Substack
- Passion for pop-culture and current events, with a strong editorial sense
- Deep knowledge of books, authors, and publishing industry, both recent releases and backlist titles

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.