Amazon

Publishing Editor

Seattle, WA (Remote)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Amazon through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by a contract staffing supplier and will not be an employee of Amazon. Amazon Publishing is seeking an innovative, passionate, market-savvy Acquisitions Editor with a focus on romance novels for the Montlake imprint. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with high judgement, exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, strong editorial and project management experience, and established industry relationships. You will be responsible for discovering and acquiring exceptional content, managing author and agent relationships, and collaborating with marketing, publicity, production, design, author relations, and IP teams to deliver quality books and world-class author experiences. This is a multi-faceted job in a fast-paced, high productivity environment that requires flexibility, forward-thinking, and a sense of humor. Position is based in Seattle office with possibility of New York office for the right candidate. Key job responsibilities Identify, evaluate, and develop submissions, projects, and proposals to acquire primarily for Montlake, including: Monitoring trend and sales data with keen eye for romance and commercial fiction Working closely with authors to develop their work and careers Working closely with internal teams to shepherd work from manuscript through publication and beyond Building and maintaining strong relationships with literary agents Top Skills Required: Project Management Publishing Schedule Management Publishing Background 5 years Experience Additional Details: Location: Remote (working West coast hours) Duration: 5 Months Pay Range*: $55 - $60 per hour Weekly Schedule: 40 hours AGS is an equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veterans). We Will consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Project Management Industries Book and Periodical Publishing