Senior Editor, TOR

Tor Publishing Group is looking to hire a senior editor to publish fantasy and science fiction. The role will primarily acquire for the Tor Books imprint, with additional opportunities to acquire and work across all TPG imprints.

Requirements

• Acquire and edit approximately 10 - 15 original adult SFF titles a year
• Be familiar with the science fiction and fantasy marketplace, specifically space operas and epic fantasies
• Be a leader and positive influence within the Tor Publishing Group and Macmillan teams
• Work closely with authors during editing process and every stage of publishing thereafter
• Read and evaluate submissions from industry contacts, and provide second-reads for publisher and teammates
• Brief the cover designer on look, tone, and content of your titles; ensure the cover conveys specific positioning; negotiate all jacket concerns between designer, literary agent, and author
• Present selected titles to the national account reps each season at launch meetings
• Determine key selling points for all launches and convey them to the sales force, publicity, and marketing teams
• Create sharp, persuasive, tailored pitches for every stage of the publishing process, including acquisitions pitch, galley copy, presentation to the sales force, for blurb mailings, etc.
• Actively seek to expand and nurture new and existing relationships with agents and agencies throughout the industry

Benefits

• Full-time position with benefits