Canelo - Editorial Director 278518
Canelo - Editorial Director 278518
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Were seeking a dynamic and experienced Editorial Director to lead our crime thriller and horror lists. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Canelo and discover the next literary sensations.
We are looking for a seasoned leader who can develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for our crossgenre fiction list whilst setting and maintaining a high editorial standard. You will have a keen eye for talent and a passion for discovering new voices and be able to build and maintain relationships with authors agents freelancers and other industry professionals. There is also the opportunity for handson editing as you will manage book projects from conception through to print. In this role no day is the same.
Your other responsibilities include:
- Oversee the entire editorial process from manuscript acquisition to publication ensuring timely delivery and exceptional quality
- Stay abreast of industry trends and reader preferences to identify emerging opportunities
- Work closely with marketing sales and production teams to ensure seamless of publishing projects
- As our Editorial Director you should be comfortable:
- Managing inspiring and motivating a team
- Overseeing multiple projects at the same time often at different stages of development
- Providing stellar authorcare
- Working independently whilst being a key team player
- Shaping editorial content from an initial outline and adapting it to meet an agreed commercial brief
Our ideal candidate has a huge passion for fiction publishing and reading. A successful trackrecord in commissioning and publishing with a keen editorial eye. With the recent acquisition by Dorling Kindersley this is a unique moment in Canelos history. If you would like to drive Canelo forward and be a part of the team that takes it to the next level please apply.
Please submit your most recent CV and a cover letter describing your interest in the crime thriller and horror genres and why you want to work with these lists.
Closing date for applications is: 22 April 2025
We have a range of benefits to reflect our commitment to our people some of which are:
- 25 days paid holiday entitlement in year one plus bank holidays
- Generous pension scheme
- Volunteering policy and charity matching
- Employee assistance programme
- 60 discount on company books
- Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
- Flex Fridays 1pm Finish*
- Shopping discounts
- Up to 30 days remote working from abroad
And we plant a tree for every new employee to our business
DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age religion gender ethnicity disability sexuality or social background. DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.
DK is a member of the disability confident scheme. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.
DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new smartworking policy with a hybrid approach of working weekly from home and in DKs office. Please note this role requires a minimum of three days per week in the office.
The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews or undertaking internships. For more information visit
*Subject to certain criteria being met.
About our Company:
We believe in the power of discovery. Thats why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang from the wonders of nature to city adventures you will find expert knowledge hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.
We are the worlds leading illustrated publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann creating cuttingedge design and stunning visual books for the whole are passionate about inspiring curiosity and bring people to books through their thirst for a global book loving community of over 800 colleagues in the UK US Germany India China Spain and Australia we produce books in over 100 countries and over 60 languages. Find out more on.
Company:Dorling Kindersley Limited
Country:United Kingdom
State/Region:London
City: London
Postal Code:SW1V 2SA
Job ID:278518
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
