Editor, Originals & Adult - Global Publishing

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Editor, Originals & Adult – Global Publishing

Overview

We are seeking an innovative, proficient editor with a deep love of storytelling to join our Originals & Adult Global Publishing team. This role is ideal for a creative editorial professional who thrives in a dynamic studio environment and brings deep experience working across both internal and licensed publishing programs. The Editor will oversee various tasks. They will acquire and develop titles based on high-quality film, television, and animation properties. This includes graphic novels, adult and young adult fiction, and visually driven non-fiction. The non-fiction may focus on formats that are heavy on art and photography. The role requires close collaboration with external partners and internal stakeholders to ensure each project is brand-accurate, creatively ambitious, and executed to the highest standards. This position works with different teams. These teams include film, television, franchise, animation, consumer products, and brand management. The goal is to create an engaging publishing program. This program will attract both adult and young adult audiences who are 13 years and older. A solid eye for creative storytelling and a solid knowledge of the middle-grade and YA spaces are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a full slate of titles across multiple properties and formats, from concept through final publication

• Acquire new projects and shape editorial strategy for both vertical and licensed titles

• Oversee title P&Ls and ensure robust financial performance

• Provide editorial guidance, support, and approvals for licensed titles

• Maintain and expand a trusted network of authors and artists

• Partner closely with studio stakeholders—including filmmakers, producers, franchise teams, animation, and consumer products—on high-profile publishing initiatives

• Build and sustain relationships with agents and creative talent

• Attend domestic and international trade shows and conventions

• Drive growth of vertical publishing programs in both YA and adult categories

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum 5 years of publishing experience, with demonstrated success acquiring or developing branded and/or media-driven titles

• Experience working in both licensed and vertical publishing environments

• Robust knowledge of prose and graphic novel editorial workflows

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

• Keen visual sensibility, particularly with graphic novel art

• Established relationships with agents, authors, and artists, and experience managing contract negotiations

• Ability to work on-site five days per week

• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills with robust storytelling instincts

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

• Strong P&L management skills

• Extraordinary attention to detail and grammar

• Domestic and international travel may be required

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator preferred

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $75,000.00 - 110,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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