America's Test Kitchen · 3 weeks ago
Senior Editor, Books
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$64K/yr - $75K/yr
5+ years expAmerica’s Test Kitchen is seeking a talented Senior Editor to join a team of passionate cooks, editors, and designers. In this role, you will manage the development of various cookbook projects, overseeing the production process and ensuring the recipes fulfill the vision for the book.
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Responsibilities
Develop a proposal and establish an editorial vision for each of your projects, working closely with the Editorial Director and Executive Food Editor
Assemble a manuscript from new and existing material, editing to ensure material conforms to the book’s vision as well as for overall style and consistency, and writing new copy as needed. Plan out and create a thorough introductory chapter and other editorial features
Work closely with test cooks and food editors during recipe development—participating in tastings, editing the test cooks’ recipes and writing, and managing the style guide for your books
Collaborate with your book’s designer, proposing ideas for covers and photography and communicating a workable vision for an interior design. Put together an art program and work with the photo team to ensure photo direction is conveyed well in advance. Oversee and track all photo and illustration work
Manage the production process for your books, ensuring all the moving parts come together on schedule and on budget, and building in appropriate time for review by multiple parties, working closely with the design and production teams to maintain effective communication. Work with the copyeditor, proofreader, and indexer, reviewing their queries and ensuring all changes are made correctly
Prepare sales-related materials including TI sheets, cover copy, launch presentations, and web copy
Qualification
Required
5-plus years of experience in cookbook publishing or comparable editorial experience
A strong and practical knowledge of cooking, food history, and science
Excellent editorial and writing skills and the ability to mentor others working on a book so that their editorial work meets the necessary standards
The ability to collaborate and work with a diverse group of talent in multiple departments
Equal parts creativity and an obsession for accuracy and attention to detail
Good organizational skills and the ability to work way ahead so that all the moving parts of a book are completed on time
The ability to work effectively using collaborative software tools such as Google docs, sheets, and slides; K4/InCopy; and Asana
Company
America's Test Kitchen
America's Test Kitchen is a real 2,500 square foot test kitchen.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-02-02Acquired
Leadership Team
Jack Bishop
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