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Role Description

Epic is seeking an experienced Editor with a passion for children’s books across comics and graphic novels, picture books, chapter books, and nonfiction. This role is ideal for a publishing professional with a strong commercial sensibility, a proven acquisitions track record, and deep relationships with authors and agents.

In this role, you will oversee a diverse list of titles and manage the editorial process end-to-end, from acquisition through publication. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and play a key role in identifying trends and discovering new creative voices—both through traditional publishing channels and emerging, non-traditional pathways.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit and manage 20–25 titles annually across multiple children’s book formats for ages 3–12.
• Oversee all stages of the editorial process from acquisition through publication, including:
  • Reviewing manuscript passes and addressing copyediting queries.
  • Consulting with Design throughout development.
  • Negotiating with authors and agents through signed contracts.
  • Providing ongoing author and agent support.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Executive, Design, Production, Publicity, Marketing, and Finance teams.
• Partner with Finance to create and manage title-by-title P&Ls.
• Research market trends and identify new content opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience editing children’s literature.
• 3–5+ years of acquisition experience.
• Strong editorial vision and deep understanding of the children’s publishing market.
• Ability to negotiate favorable contract terms.
• Established relationships with authors and literary agents.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to discover talent outside traditional agent pathways (e.g., social media, trade shows, comic book conventions).
• Results-oriented and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• Salary Range: $70,000 base salary + bonus.