Editor, BOOM! Studios (Open to Remote) Full Time

Description:

• Acquire new projects, develop and produce new and existing projects, and contribute to the overall commercial creative execution of the BOOM! Studios List.
• Be the project manager and primary point of contact for overall scheduling, communication, administration, and creative development and production for all titles under purview.
• Negotiate contracts for new projects being acquired.
• Identify and contract new talent, and retain high performers.
• Collaborate on and create go-to-market strategies, run development meetings, and identify key opportunities for sales-marketing.
• Work closely with production design on branding, packaging, and general design.
• Provide and enforce deadlines for talent on all facets of editorial production.
• Support the sales, marketing and metadata teams by helping provide metadata and assets.
• Manage creator and licensor approvals on editorial production assets.
• Distribute periodic updates, reports, and presentations (weekly, monthly, seasonally).
• Perform other related projects or duties as assigned or required.

Requirements:

• A minimum of five years’ experience in comic book & graphic novel editing is required.
• Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading skills, the ability to prioritize, and strong follow-up skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and meet deadlines, take initiative, and problem-solve creatively.
• A team player with the ability to build relationships with other departments. A collaborative spirit is essential.
• A strategic and critical thinker who observes market conditions and trends to help inform creative decision-making.
• Superb organizational and time management skills.
• Outstanding ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Solutions-focused when met with challenges and can comfortably adapt to changes and anticipate needs when once familiar with the role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite, and/or Asana a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical/Prescription drug insurance.
• Dental and Vision insurance.
• 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.