Editor

Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

. Acquire new projects and develop and produce new and existing projects .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in comic book and graphic novel editing, with strong project management capabilities, including scheduling, communication, and creative development. Proficient in building relationships across departments and executing go-to-market strategies while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Comic Book EditingProject ManagementCreative DevelopmentContract NegotiationAdobe Creative Suite

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Hard Skills

Comic Book EditingProject ManagementContract NegotiationCreative DevelopmentMarket AnalysisProofreadingTime ManagementStrategic ThinkingDeadline ManagementCollaboration

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProblem-SolvingRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookAdobe Creative SuiteAirtable

Industry Keywords

Graphic NovelCreative ExecutionSales OpportunitiesMarketing StrategiesEditorial Production

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Acquire new projects and develop and produce new and existing projects
Contribute to the overall commercial creative execution of the BOOM! Studios list
Manage scheduling, communication, administration, creative development, and production for titles under purview
Serve as primary point of contact and project manager for assigned titles
Provide support within the Executive Editor’s office, including scheduling, talent relations, internal tracking, and routing
Negotiate contracts for acquired projects
Identify and contract new talent and retain high performers
Collaborate on and create go-to-market strategies
Run development meetings and identify sales and marketing opportunities
Work with production design on branding, packaging, and general design
Set and enforce deadlines for talent across editorial production
Support sales, marketing, and metadata teams with metadata and assets
Manage creator and licensor approvals on editorial production assets
Distribute weekly, monthly, and seasonal updates, reports, and presentations
Perform other related projects or duties as assigned or required

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of five years’ experience in comic book & graphic novel editing is required
Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading skills
Ability to prioritize and strong follow-up skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, meet deadlines, take initiative, and problem-solve creatively
Ability to build relationships with other departments; collaborative spirit
Strategic and critical thinking skills
Ability to observe market conditions and trends to inform creative decision-making
Superb organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Ability to adapt to changes, anticipate needs, and remain solutions-focused
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Airtable is a plus

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