Acquisitions Editor II - Trade & Professional Division
Acquisitions Editor II - Trade & Professional Division
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Job Description
The full salary range for this position is $63000 to $85200 per year.
Human Kinetics is headquartered in Champaign IL. This position is on-site for the first 3 months. Hybrid work arrangements are possible after this 3 month period.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Applicants are not obligated to disclose expunged juvenile records of adjudication arrest or conviction as part of the application process.
*Learn more about our perks and benefits here: Kinetics is committed to building a more diverse workforce. We welcome BIPOC candidates and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.
Human Kinetics is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment Human Kinetics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact HR at .
Human Kinetics Compensation & Benefits Information
Our compensation philosophy is to value the contributions of all HK employees and to reward exceptional performance exceptionally. To do that we provide a standard increase to all HK staff and we award merit increases and bonuses to people who make extraordinary contributions to the work we do.
Job Summary:
Human Kinetics is seeking a proven Acquisitions Editor to shape and expand our imprint Lotus Books. In this highly impactful role you will work closely with the Division Director to oversee a growing line up of resources in the areas of health fitness wellness anatomy and physical and manual therapy.
The Acquisitions Editor will be directly responsible for conceptualizing acquiring contracting and guiding the development of 16-20 new titles annually. You will also review the backlist to identify opportunities for repurposing content. Demonstrated acquisitions success and a strong ability to visualize assess organize and present information effectively for our target audience are a must.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conceptualize acquire contract and develop 16-20 new Lotus Books titles each year.
- Establish and maintain a vast and respected network of subject matter experts within primary subject areas.
- Identify screen and recruit authors for envisioned projects.
- Assess and define the needs of proposed projects including photos illustrations design and other elements.
- Complete and present internal analysis of strengths weaknesses target market(s) and profitability for proposed acquisitions.
- Provide support and feedback to authors including reviewing recommending and as needed implementing revisions to the manuscript.
- Prepare manuscripts and hand off to the Publications Service Manager (PSM) serving as the primary contact for authors internal staff and as needed freelancers throughout the publication stages.
- Evaluate the performance of backlist titles and implement strategies to enhance their visibility and sales.
- Contribute to the packaging of products including consultation with the Division Director on title cover and interior design and marketing copy and materials.
- Collaborate with existing publishing partners to coordinate reprints corrections updates and new editions of active titles.
- Serve as liaison to all internal business units including Product Development Sales and Marketing Fulfillment and International Development on all matters related to Lotus Books
- Develop familiarity with Lotus Books including photo art and video assets. Activity and strategically seek out opportunities to repurpose content.
Skills and qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree in a publishing-related discipline or one or more of Lotus Books subject areas such as fitness health anatomy physical (or complementary) therapy.
- 3 years of relevant experience in publishing AND 3 years of demonstrated success as an acquisitions editor or equivalent position for a trade or professional publisher.
- Excellent analytical writing editing communication and project management skills.
- Strong diplomacy skills with experience negotiating drafting and reviewing contracts highly preferred.
- Attention to detail and excellent follow through on tasks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Must hold a valid US drivers license.
Preferred Skills and qualifications:
- Graduate degree in a publishing-related discipline or one or more of Lotus Books subject areas such as fitness health anatomy physical (or complementary) therapy.
- 4 years of demonstrated success as acquisitions editor or equivalent position in professional or trade book publishing.
Required Competencies:
Integrity
Effort
Resourcefulness
Respect
Teamwork
Stewardship
Accountability
Attention to detail
Computer literacy
Conceptual thinking
Customer focus
Data gathering and analysis
Financial awareness
Initiative
Interpersonal awareness
Negotiating
Oral communication
Organizational awareness
Planning and organizing
Quality orientation
Results orientation
Self-confidence
Sociability and networking
Strategic thinking
Technical expertise and usage
Use of functional expertise
Written communication
Preferred Competencies:
Adaptability
Continuous learning
External strategic thinking
Innovation orientation
Persuasiveness
Job Demands:
Office Equipment: Frequent phone mobile device and computer use. Occasional use of a copier.
Mental Demands: Frequent problem-solving organization reading and writing skill use. Occasional need to make decisions and interpret data.
Working Conditions: Indoor office environment.
Physical Demands: Frequent sitting and walking. Occasional standing lifting (up to 20 lbs) carrying and driving.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
