The Walt Disney Company · 1 day ago
Editor- Hyperion Avenue
New York, NY, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $92K/yr
5+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a leader in consumer products, dedicated to creating happiness through captivating and inclusive products. The Editor for Hyperion Avenue will develop original IP and novels, manage projects, and contribute to the imprint's publishing strategy while working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Participate in team IP brainstorm meetings and editorial meetings
Write and revise proposals for adult fiction
Edit and see fiction projects through their lifecycle
Manage key Hyperion Avenue authors and a select list of inherited titles
Strategically evaluate and acquire submissions for the imprint, nonfiction, and fiction
Prepare paperwork and maintain database entries associated with their projects, including memos and P&Ls, fact sheets, catalog copy, bound galley copy, jacket/cover copy, and materials for presentations
Present titles at meetings as required by Editorial Director
Develop and maintain a strong list of agent and author contacts
Work closely with Content Packaging and Disney Entertainment teams as needed
Mentor junior staff
Qualification
Required
5+ years' experience in acquiring adult fiction properties, including structural and line editing expertise, and managing books through the production process
Proven experience developing and publishing commercial adult book IP
Excellent author- and agent-care skills
Established relationships with literary agents; negotiation skills; experience in redlining contracts
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills
Strong understanding of P&Ls
Strong knowledge of the adult book marketplace and media landscape
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and willingness to learn company programs
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Benefits
Health and savings benefits
Educational opportunities
Special extras that only Disney can provide
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Iger
CEO
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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