Gallagher Recruiting Services · 1 day ago
Senior Acquisitions Editor
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yrGallagher Recruiting Services is representing a fast-growing, dynamic publisher seeking a Senior Acquisitions Editor to help shape and expand a diverse nonfiction list. The role involves evaluating proposals, managing acquisitions, and overseeing the editorial process from acquisition through publication.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Evaluate proposals and manuscripts and recommend strong projects for acquisition
Conceptualize and develop original book ideas and secure authors to bring them to life
Manage a personal acquisitions list and acquire approximately 8–10 titles per year
Prepare P&Ls, acquisition memos, and assess the commercial viability of potential titles
Perform developmental and line editing; support other editors when needed
Oversee the full editorial process from acquisition through publication, partnering closely with production, design, and marketing
Draft catalog, jacket, and title information sheet copy
Cultivate ongoing relationships with authors and agents
Provide editorial guidance on content, structure, and style
Support PR and Marketing teams on select initiatives
Take on special projects and contribute to a collaborative, creative team culture
Qualification
Required
Proven background in editorial acquisitions and list development
Strong developmental and line-editing skills, with impeccable proofreading abilities
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple deadlines with strong organizational skills
Strong understanding of sales data, market trends, and how to position nonfiction titles for success
A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset and ability to build strong working relationships
Preferred
Familiarity with InDesign is a plus
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision coverage
A 401(k) plan with a 3% match
Generous PTO
Holiday schedules
Company
Gallagher Recruiting Services
Gallagher Recruiting Services helps employers find high-quality talent for their teams.
Rolling Meadows, Illinois, US
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase