Editorial Assistant - Web jobs in Boulder, CO

(This role is earmarked for an internal candidate)

Do you want to work with a group of people striving to create a wiser and kinder world? We are committed to being of service, welcoming & honoring everyone, co-creating an extraordinary culture, heart-led communication, being well, and committing to the journey. Sounds True, founded in 1985, is a multimedia publisher specializing in spirituality, holistic living, and transformational learning. We are seeking a full-time Editorial Director to join our team.

The Editorial Director is the steward of Sounds True’s entire book list and partners with the Publisher and Editorial Team to acquire a list of 25 transformative and high-quality books per year that align with Sounds True’s mission and publishing strategy, including personally acquiring and managing 10-15 of those books. The Editorial Director also manages the editorial team, including the acquisitions editor, developmental editor, and editorial assistant, including being directly responsible for day-to-day mentorship and cultivating a growth path for the future.

Primary Responsibilities:

• In partnership with the Publisher, maintaining the focus and profitability of the entire
• book list
• In partnership with the Publisher, setting and maintaining strong editorial standards for all titles on the list and mentoring members of the team to meet those standards
• Personally acquiring and managing 10-15 new book projects annually that meet
• Publisher’s goals for financial performance and mission-driven content, and providing regular reporting of progress toward acquisitions and editorial goals
• Advising the team on new acquisitions and list strategy
• Managing the members of the editorial team, including day-to-day responsibilities and growth and development to meet the overall goals of the team
• Collaborating with other division leaders (marketing, publicity, production, etc.) to tend to the health and efficacy of the overall publishing program
• Identifying potential authors, developing proposals, presenting new projects to the acquisitions team, and negotiating offers with authors and literary agents as necessary
• Managing all processes of book acquisition through publication
• Providing a stellar partnership and publishing experience to all authors
• Writing catalog copy, jacket copy, and in-house positioning sales materials for each book acquired
• Cultivating and managing relationships with authors and literary agents
• Brainstorming, creating, and composing new project proposals for content and marketability
• Researching and evaluating industry trends, competitive titles, and professional needs in the designated fields, including conference attendance and travel
• Representing each book acquired through titling, creative direction, and subsequent editorial phases, including personally performing developmental editing and transmittal tasks for some titles
• Working closely with production editors and freelancers, as well as editorial assistants, production, marketing and sales, art/design, IT, and contracts to meet acquisitions, development, and publishing goals
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Role Authority & Accountability:

• Manages Acquisitions Editor, Developmental Editor, Editorial Assistant
• Oversees publishing process for 10-15 adult non-fiction books per year, in collaboration with the publisher and teams in production, design, marketing and publicity, and sales

Recommended Skills/Qualifications/Job Requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the psychology, relationships, health, healing, and self-help book marketplace and trends, including awareness of a broad spectrum of topics, such as health and healing, conscious parenting, creativity, spirituality, personal and professional wellness, conscious leadership and business, self-help and personal development
• Minimum 10 years of relevant editorial experience
• Established agency contacts
• Demonstrated business judgment with strong written and oral communication skills, as well as excellent negotiation skills
• Strong, succinct presentation skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels across the organization
• Superior editorial judgment and excellent developmental editing skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and set priorities under pressure
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office and Google Suite
• Experience managing and mentoring editorial staff

Sounds True is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Candidates from historically underrepresented communities, including but not limited to black, indigenous, and people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA people, and women, are strongly encouraged to apply. We celebrate the diverse identities that bring richness and meaning to the world, and we are committed to creating a work environment where everyone can feel a sense of belonging, respect, and purpose. We offer an excellent and flexible remote workplace culture along with great benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan with company matching, paid vacation and personal time off, 13 paid holidays, profit sharing, and many more benefits that can be found on our Sounds True Employee Benefits page! This role is open to fully remote candidates. The compensation range for this position is $115,000.00 per Year. To learn more about us, visit SoundsTrue.com.