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Church Publishing Incorporated, founded in 1918, is a publisher of trade books for general readers (inspiration, leadership, financial wellness, social justice), academic works and professional church resources including a suite of electronic products. CPI publishes The Book of Common Prayer, The Hymnal 1982, and content used in the liturgy, faith formation, and mission of The Episcopal Church.
We currently have a hybrid work model. #LI-Hybrid
The Editor will acquire and edit trade books for the Morehouse imprint. This position will generate ideas, reach out to potential authors, work with agents and manage submissions in line with the overall identity of the publishing house. This position will work closely with authors to develop content and shepherd projects from acquisition to publication and beyond, ensuring a successful publication defined by revenue goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Acquire and edit trade titles.
Generate ideas and present them, work with literary agents.
Prepare necessary editorial and acquisitions packets including descriptions, selling points and comparative titles. Write copy.
Adhere to metadata guidelines in the presentation of information to sales accounts.
Edit manuscripts, keeping to production and publication schedules.
Manage permissions as necessary.
Manage author and agent communications.
Facilitate contractual agreements.
Work closely with marketing to maximize sales.
Present at sales conferences and attend conferences and book fairs as necessary.
Knowledge or interest in faith-based publishing.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experienced in trade non-fiction acquisitions
Excellent communication skills—written, oral, editing, and presentation
Must have market awareness
Must have the ability to travel as needed
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
S. or B.A. required
5+ years of trade publishing experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Extensive use of computer keyboard
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional office environment
Hybrid work environment
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Flexible Benefits available to eligible employees:
Medical (including Vision)
Dental
Supplemental Dental
Core Benefits automatically provided to eligible employees:
Employee Life Insurance
Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage
Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage (elected as either pre-tax or after-tax)
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Worker’s Compensation
Employee Assistance Program
Staff Retirement Plan
Other Post-Retirement Benefits
Elective Benefits available to eligible employees:
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Commuter Benefits
New York’s 529 College Savings Program (NY State residents)
Educational Assistance Program available to eligible employees
Maternity/Paternity Leave available to eligible employees
Time Off available to eligible employees: Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Please understand that, as a general policy, CPG does not sponsor visas.
EOE: Minorities/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation
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