Assistant/Associate Editor, Licensed Books

Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

. Manage and edit a publishing list of approximately 25 titles per year .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $70,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in children's editorial processes, including manuscript editing, author hiring, and collaboration with licensors and designers. Proficient in managing multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining excellent organizational and communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Children's Editorial ExperienceManuscript EditingAuthor HiringMicrosoft Office ProficiencyLicensed Book Publishing

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Hard Skills

Manuscript EditingWriting Title Information SheetsCreating Presentation DecksTracking TrendsHandling Sensitive Materials

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsStrong Written Communication SkillsStrong Verbal Communication SkillsAttention to DetailMultitasking Ability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelAdobe Acrobat

Industry Keywords

Licensed Book PublishingBook DevelopmentSales ConferencesLicensor ApprovalsEditorial Direction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and edit a publishing list of approximately 25 titles per year
Brainstorm new book and series ideas with licensors
Hire authors
Edit manuscripts
Write title information sheets and web copy
Write manuscripts
Obtain licensor approvals
Collaborate with designers
Review all stages of book development
Create presentation decks for licensors and Sales Conferences
Present individual titles and book series at Sales Conferences
Track trends, new shows, movies, and products for potential licensing opportunities
Handle sensitive embargoed materials
Report to and work closely with the Editorial Director
Work on rush projects under tight deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years or more of children’s editorial experience
Interest in and enthusiasm for licensed book publishing
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Resume and cover letter required for consideration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results
Medical/Prescription drug insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k)
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life/AD&D Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Student Loan Repayment Program
Educational Assistance
Generous paid time off