Editor- Hyperion Avenue

About the Role & Team

At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives.  From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world.

Hyperion Avenue is looking for a creative Editor who will help develop original IP and novels based on that IP for the adult group; they will also acquire select fiction and nonfiction. Reporting to the Editorial Director, the Editor will contribute to the strategy of the imprint’s publishing plan and manage their own list of projects.

The Editor will have editorial experience in commercial adult fiction, experience and interest in developing new IP properties in a collaborative setting with multiple stakeholders, a proven ability to think outside the box, an awareness of current pop culture trends and media, exceptional writing skills, and excellent author- and agent-care skills.

This is a Full-Time role

You will report to the Editorial Director

The Editor will:

• 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

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 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

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $68,400 to $91,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.