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Human Kinetics · 4 months ago

Acquisitions Editor II - Trade & Professional Division

Champaign, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$63K/yr - $85K/yr

3+ years exp

Human Kinetics is a company based in Champaign, IL, seeking a proven Acquisitions Editor to shape and expand their imprint, Lotus Books. The role involves conceptualizing, acquiring, contracting, and guiding the development of 16-20 new titles annually in the areas of health, fitness, wellness, anatomy, and physical and manual therapy.

AgricultureHealth CareHuman Resources

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Acquisitions editingPublishing experienceProject managementMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsEditing skillsWriting skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsAttention to detail

Required

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 driver's license

Preferred

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