Avon is currently seeking a Developmental Editor to develop commercial ideas and edit manuscripts for the Avon A imprint.  For this role, the emphasis is on developing original content and editing manuscripts rather than seeking agent submissions.

• Evaluates, edits, and develops commercial projects for the Avon A imprint.
• Brainstorms ideas for new projects and reaches out to authors to write them.
• Negotiates contracts.
• Contributes to and participates in short and long term development and growth of the
  publishing program.
• Manages and coordinates editorial production and publication schedules.
• Oversees fact sheet, jacket and catalog copy; reviews marketing and publicity materials.
• Conducts and analyzes sales research.
• Develops and maintains strong and extensive agent and author relationships.

• Minimum 5-6 years of relevant editorial or comparable industry experience.
• Established agency contacts
• Strong, succinct presentation skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels across the organization
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and set priorities under pressure
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office

HarperCollins Publishers is a company full of people who are passionate about books.  When you apply for a position, we want to know why you want to work here, and why you are interested in the job. That’s why cover letters are strongly preferred.

The salary range for this position is $65,000-$80,000. We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.  

In addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.     

HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.

HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at TalentManagement@harpercollins.com. Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests.