Senior Editor
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$ 74000 - 89000
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Job Description
Overview (Why This Role)
Hearst Books is looking for a versatile and creative Senior Editor to shape and develop a slate of lifestyle trade books under Hearsts trusted brands. This role blends editorial expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit bringing to life books that inspire inform and engage readers across a wide range of be part of an innovative and collaborative publishing team that extends Hearsts storytelling legacy into lifestyle books for adults and kids. From concept to publication youll champion projects that balance editorial craft brand identity and audience connectionhelping every book resonate both creatively and commercially.
About Hearst Magazines (Why Us)
Hearst Magazines portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the Cosmopolitan ELLE Esquire Good Housekeeping Harpers BAZAAR and Popular Mechanicsinspires entertains and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital video social and print reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation cutting-edge technology and industry-leading data capabilities we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the worldand together we are shaping whats next.
Key Responsibilities (What Youll Do)
- Generate ideas for compelling book concepts and book-a-zines that connect with Hearst audiences and expand brand impact.
- Develop and publish approximately 10 lifestyle books annually across categories such as food home wellness fashion and childrens.
- Oversee the editorial processfrom acquisition through final productionincluding editing manuscripts guiding authors and collaborating with designers.
- Partner across teams (art directors marketers brand stakeholders) to bring projects to life in fresh and innovative ways.
- Manage schedules and priorities to deliver high-quality books on time and aligned with audience needs.
- This role is currently based in the NYC office at least 3 days a week. No remote option.
Qualifications (What Were Looking For)
- Experienced in book development and editing (typically 5 years in trade publishing or related fields but equivalent experience considered).
- Skilled at shaping and editing illustrated or visually driven books.
- Strong communicator with exceptional writing and editing skills.
- Highly organized and able to juggle multiple projects with ease.
- A creative thinker and problem solver who thrives at the intersection of editorial craft business strategy and audience engagement.
- Collaborative adaptable and entrepreneurialwith a passion for connecting readers to stories that matter.
Why Youll Love Working With Us
- Be part of a team that values creativity innovation and inclusivity in publishing.
- Opportunity to amplify iconic Hearst brands through meaningful book projects.
- Work in a supportive and flexible environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated.
- Access to professional growth and development opportunities across Hearsts global network.
Benefits (What We Offer)
- Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media advertising tech fashion lifestyle and publishing shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
- Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs immersive workshops and exclusive industry events.
- Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
- Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
- Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance from Day 1.
- Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
The base salary for this role is between $74000 - $89000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors such as: transferable skills work experience business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America East Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
