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Hearst Magazines
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Full Time Job
Hearst Books, a division of Hearst Magazines, is seeking a nonfiction editor of lifestyle books. The division publishes books in lifestyle categories such as diet, cooking, nutrition, fitness, and health comprising content from Hearst magazines as well as original content.
Responsibilities:
• Initiate, create and develop 10-20 books annually along with publishing strategy (packaging, to-market timing and approach) based on Hearst content and brands, as well as third party brands
• Identify and onboard writers and designers for book development and manage project teams from inception to publication
• Create PLs and negotiate contract terms
• Work with other internal departments to optimize to-market strategy
Requirements:
• Proven track record in initiating and developing commercial trade books with a minimum of five years experience
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects in various stages of development at the same time
• A strong comfort level with an entrepreneurial, fluid structure in a small and growing division