Senior Editor / Executive Editor, Putnam

Job Description

Senior Editor/Executive Editor, Putnam (Hybrid)

Putnam, an imprint of Penguin Random House, seeks a Senior or Executive Editor to join the team. This role will report to the VP, Editor in Chief and will acquire and edit fiction with a focus on suspense, crime, and thriller fiction.

For more than two decades, Putnam has led the publishing industry with more hardcover New York Times bestsellers than any other imprint. It is home to distinguished fiction and non-fiction authors including: Chloe Benjamin, Tom Clancy, Robert Crais, Annabel Monaghan, Delia Owens, Hoda Kotb, Eve Rodsky, Kiley Reid, Steven Rowley, Paige Toon and Sarah Winman.

Specific responsibilities include:
• Acquires, edits, and oversees the publication of 8-10 books per year.
• Communicates with authors and agents in all phases of the publishing process, from acquisition through publication.
• Develops strong working relationships with Marketing, Publicity, Design, Managing Editorial, Production, and other essential in-house departments.
• Follows cultural and industry trends to aids in evaluating potential projects and identifies new opportunities.
• Effectively represents own list as well as the imprint to media, booksellers, foreign publishers, literary organizations, and other out-of-house contacts beyond authors and agents.

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications: 
• Minimum 5 years of book editorial experience to be considered for Senior Editor; Minimum 7 years of book editorial experience to be considered for Executive Editor
• Must have a solid track record of acquiring and shaping commercially successful books
• Strong editorial and negotiating skills
• Interpersonal skills and organizational skills
• Knowledge of marketplace trends

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

The salary range for the Senior Editor level is $81,500-$85,000, and $100,000-$130,000 for Executive Editor. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.  

Please apply by February 18, 2025 and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements for consideration.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dyvyqp-3-145-183-122-42 in your application.