22 book editor jobs at 17 companies in United States
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Writer/Editor Consultant – Institutional History Book Project
Somerville, Massachusetts, United States
OnsiteContract
ADA Forsyth Institute: Conducts scientific research and provides clinical dental care services.
Experienced journalist, writer, or editor with book research/writing/editing background; knowledge of healthcare/science preferred; excellent research, interviewing, writing, and communication skills.
Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society: Global professional association for healthcare regulatory affairs professionals.
Contract copy/content editor with strong grammar, style, and detail orientation; experience editing eLearning content or books; ability to collaborate with subject matter experts.
Hearst: Provides diversified media, information, and business services worldwide.
5+ YOE5+ years producing and editing book content, exceptional writing and editing skills, passion for recipes, strong project management, ability to translate nutrition concepts, bachelor's degree or equivalent.
University of Hawaiʻi System: Provides public higher education and research services in Hawaii.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree and 3+ years acquiring scholarly book manuscripts; knowledge of acquisitions, editorial processes, funding, budgeting, and publishing; strong written/verbal communication and Microsoft/DB skills.
Oxford University Press: Publishes academic, educational, and professional books and journals globally.
Proven history acquiring and publishing successful history books, strong author/agent network, editorial and commercial judgment, experience leading people, and ability to manage projects from acquisition to publication.
Wayne State University: Public university offering undergraduate, graduate, and medical degree programs.
College graduation or equivalent, experience in scholarly publishing and book acquisitions, strong communication, editorial/marketing experience, contract negotiation, cost analysis, and deadline management.
Hachette Book Group: Publishes and distributes trade books, ebooks, and audiobooks globally.
5+ YOE5+ years production editorial experience; heavily illustrated books; strong copyediting/proofreading; MS Word and Adobe Acrobat; Chicago Manual of Style; excellent communication and time management.
Simon & Schuster: Publishes and distributes books in physical and digital formats.
3+ YOE3+ years in book production or copyediting (or 1–2 with strong internship experience). Expert grammar and style, able to manage freelancers, track milestones, and perform quality checks under deadlines.
Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, Firebrand, Workfront, CMS 18
Crossway: Publishes the ESV Bible and gospel-centered Christian literature.
Copyediting for academic manuscripts; strong command of Chicago Manual of Style; evangelical theology; undergraduate degree; advanced theology degree preferred.
Andrews McMeel Universal: Publishes and syndicates comics, books, and calendars worldwide.
5+ YOE5+ years in book publishing editorial, acquisitions experience; strong knowledge of horror, mystery, suspense; ability to originate concepts and collaborate with authors.
Arvato Systems: Provides IT consulting, software development, and managed IT services.
3+ YOE3+ years trade-book production editing with comics experience; excellent copyediting and proofreading; familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style; Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat experience; ability to manage schedules and deadlines.
Bertelsmann: Global media, services, and education conglomerate.
3+ YOE3+ years trade-book production editing with comics experience; strong copyediting/proofreading; familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style; Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat experience; ability to manage schedules and meet deadlines.
Andrews McMeel Universal: Publishes books and syndicates comic strips and media content.
5+ YOE5+ years editorial publishing experience with acquisitions; strong knowledge of horror/mystery; ability to develop concepts and edit manuscripts; manage relationships with agents and authors.
Tyndale House Ministries: Publishes Christian literature, Bibles, and digital religious media products.
3+ YOE3–5 years editorial experience; fluent in Spanish and English; strong grammar/style; Bible knowledge; project management and collaboration skills.
Word processing, Editorial tools, Microsoft Word, Editing software
Contract Writer - A Book for Homeschooling Mothers
United States
RemoteContract
The Daily Grace Co.: Creates and sells Bible studies and Christian discipleship resources.
Experienced writer to research, outline, and produce a 45,000–75,000 word Christ-centered manuscript, collaborate with editors through multiple revisions, and ensure theological alignment with The Daily Grace Co.