Editor

Editor

Location: New York, NY

Skyhorse Publishing, one of the fastest growing independent publishers in America, is seeking a team-oriented candidate to work in our editorial department in our midtown Manhattan office.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is eager to grow in this industry. We offer competitive compensation including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefit plans.

We are seeking a highly motivated and visionary Editor to join our New York City team. In this role, you will be responsible for acquiring, developing, and editing a robust list of titles. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for commercial potential, a deep understanding of the evolving media landscape—including high-growth digital and social media trends—and a proven track record of shepherding books from concept to publication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Acquire and identify high-potential manuscripts and proposals working directly with agents and authors to negotiate contracts
• Proactively scout for emerging voices, trending topics, and culturally impactful concepts across various media platforms
• Prepare catalog copy, metadata, and cover design forms for each title
• Shepherd titles from manuscript to bound book and liaise with authors, agents, production, art, sales, and publicity to ensure timely and successful publication of each title
• Work to develop and maintain relationships with agents to acquire new titles

Requirements:

• 3 years of editorial experience at a book publishing company, preferably at a larger house
• 2 years of experience acquiring books
• Passion for discovering new and emerging trends before they saturate the market.
• Self-motivated, deadline-driven, flexible, and well organized
• Positive attitude/team player, maintains professional composure under pressure
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken

Salary: 62k – 65K DOE

For more on Skyhorse Publishing, please visit www.skyhorsepublishing.com and follow us on Twitter (@skyhorsepub) and Facebook.

Skyhorse Publishing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

To apply, please email hr@skyhorsepublishing.com with resume, position applying for in the subject line, and cover letter listing your salary requirements. Applications missing salary requirements WILL NOT be considered. We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only respond to those candidates we wish to pursue.