Associate Editor Simon & Schuster / Free Press

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　　Friday, January 5, 2024

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　　Simon & Schuster seeks a highly motivated, entrepreneurial nonfiction Associate Editor with the distinct task of scouting academic forums, in person, for new, authoritative authors to be published by either the S&S or Free Press imprints.

　　This Associate Editor will acquire new authors sometimes handing off to other inhouse editors and manage extensive regular travel as well as fulfilling standard editorial duties, including advice to potential unpublished authors, constructive comments on proposals and manuscripts, drafting various promotional and sales copy, and researching sales across the serious nonfiction market. They will liaise with departments across Simon & Schuster including contracts, production, art, marketing, and publicity. They will coordinate editorial/production schedules to ensure all deadlines are met.

　　The ideal candidate

　　has editorial experience in academic/university press publishing.

　　is curious across a wide range of academic disciplines along with some they are especially passionate about.

　　has a self-directed growth mindset.

　　has five years of publishing work experience.

　　Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

　　The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable.

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　　Other details

　　Job FamilyEditorial

　　Job FunctionContent / Editorial / Publishing

　　Pay TypeSalary

　　Min Hiring Rate$65,000.00

　　Max Hiring Rate$72,000.00

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