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| Title: | Editor, Magic Cat, an imprint of Abrams Kids |
| Description: | Position Summary:
Join an innovative children’s non-fiction and gift team at Magic Cat: an imprint of Abrams Children’s Books. Work closely with the Magic Cat Publishers and Abrams team to help shape a dynamic publishing list. Responsibilities will include helping to develop creative original content and formats, plus copyediting, proofreading and fact-checking, and overseeing the day-to-day coordination of the London-based imprint for the US market. Job Details: • Oversee complete list, Americanising up to 30 titles per year including original illustrated non-fiction and gift books, ensuring they are appropriate for a North American audience • Develop select brands/projects in conjunction with the Publishers, who are based in London • Represent the Magic Cat list to the wider Abrams family • Develop, nurture, and maintain new and existing relationships with authors, artists, agents, and industry professionals • Collaborate with Sales and Marketing on positioning and plans for titles and programs, as well as communication of plans and strategy to authors/illustrators/agents; |
| Requirements: | Key Skills / Experience
• A passion for children’s illustrated non-fiction; ability to edit across age-groups and categories, both narrative non-fiction, preschool and non-fiction • Should possess strong knowledge of the children’s book market and an ability to identify opportunities with an eye toward forthcoming trends • Minimum of 5 years editorial experience in children’s book publishing. Non-fiction experience a must. • Desire and ability to work collaboratively, respectfully, and enthusiastically in an environment where creativity, innovative thinking, and an excellent work ethic are highly valued. • Knowledge of the manufacturing and production process for novelty a plus. • Agent and writer contacts a plus. • Experience in content development a plus. • Ideal candidate is an ambitious, meticulous and adaptable self-starter. • Position is currently remote but will eventually based in the Abrams NYC office |
| Company: | ABRAMS BOOKS |
| Location: | New York |
| How To Apply For This Job: | To apply for a position at ABRAMS, please complete the employment application by clicking the following link, https://www.abramsbooks.com/apply |
| Date Posted: | 7/15/2021 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
