Scholastic · 14 hours ago
Editor
New York, New York
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$66K/yr - $75K/yr
4+ years expScholastic is a leading publisher dedicated to children's literacy and education. The Editor will manage the creative development of over 30 books annually, overseeing all stages from concept to publication while collaborating with various contributors and ensuring quality content is delivered on schedule.
BooksEdTechEducationPublishingTraining
Responsibilities
Edit and develop 30+ books annually for Scholastic’s proprietary distribution channels and Trade, including: board books, novelty books, hardcovers, paperbacks, RLBs, book “plus” formats, activity books/kits and other special formats as needed
Oversee all stages of production from concept to publication to ensure quality content is developed on schedule
Identify, hire, and manage authors and/or packagers as needed. Negotiate contracts, costs and payment terms with contributors with some guidance from Executive Director
Monitor workflow between writers/designers, manufacturing, packagers, photo research, marketing and art groups to meet publishing deadlines
Act as US editor on select projects developed by
Manage approval process with licensors when needed, including securing all assets, submitting files for approval, and communicating licensor feedback to Production and Design
Actively seek out new brands, authors, ideas and content to acquire. Prepare and present compelling decks of new ideas to share with stakeholders at regular meetings. Meet with channel buyers to assess product needs, conduct sales and trend research as needed to develop effective, engaging pitches
Create project budgets, route for approval, and track project P&Ls, contract requests, and invoices
Create fact sheets and seasonal catalogs for internal use
Assist in the management and mentorship of group Editorial Assistant. Oversee freelance editors as needed
Qualification
Required
4+ years in children's book publishing with experience in licensed media publishing and/or nonfiction children's publishing
Experience creating, commissioning, guiding and editing highly visual content
Professional proofreading and fact-checking skills
4+ years of editorial experience in children's books or educational publishing with an expertise in licensed media publishing and/or children's nonfiction
Bachelor's Degree
Benefits
Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
Generous Parental Leave Program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount
Company
Scholastic
Scholastic publishes and distributes children's books, connecting educators and families through accessibility, engagement, and expertise.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2015-04-24Acquired
1992-02-24IPO
Leadership Team
Peter Warwick
President & Chief Executive Officer
Haji Glover
Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President
Recent News
2026-01-12
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