Editor, Silver Dolphin & Studio Fun

• Oversee and assist in the development, planning, and execution of Silver Dolphin and Studio Fun books (approximately 35 titles per year), managing projects from launch through approval to print.
• Edit, proofread, and fact-check books ranging from board books for toddlers to movie-based novelty titles to book-plus fiction and nonfiction titles for middle-schoolers, ensuring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Write up to 8-10 manuscripts per year.
• Write back cover and marketing copy.
• Hire and oversee freelance writers.
• Communicate with production, editorial, and design teams during all phases of development, proactively identifying issues and applying strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot, including reviewing cover concepts, layouts, and overall book design.
• Attend weekly production and scheduling meetings and communicate the status of each title related to the schedule, changes to format, and art or design concerns.
• Maintain accuracy of all information related to titles in the title management database.
• Upload materials in an organized and timely fashion to online approval systems for licensed titles; experience with licensing is a plus.
• Prepare title cost sheets to ensure projects are profitable by examining specs and budgets.
• Manage author, licensor, and packager correspondence with a high degree of organization and professionalism.
• Be comfortable presenting titles and updates clearly in meetings and to internal stakeholders.
• Follow established processes for book development, including schedule adherence, routing passes, and reviewing key information with a high degree of organization.
• Collaborate and brainstorm with a larger creative team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently.
• Ensure all titles meet PRPG's standard of quality and artistic excellence.
• Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in related field is required.
• Four (4) to seven (7) years of relevant editorial or publishing experience is preferred.
• Experience with licensed publishing is preferred.
• Experience with graphic novels is preferred.
• Strong to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong editing and developmental editing skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a very fast-paced environment.
• Passion for children's books and awareness of current market trends.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• A methodical and organized approach to problem-solving.
• The work performed is in an office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and dust.