Editor (Book Development)

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are...
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role...
Responsible for developing new ideas, working with writers, and interfacing with editorial counterparts at publishing houses and interfacing with other members of the publishing community. Works independently to edit projects.
Your Role Responsibilities...

• Develops, edits, and manages a list of approximately 10-15 titles per year with minimal supervision from Sr. Editorial staff. This includes: providing line and overarching edits to authors; writing detailed plot and character outlines for ghostwritten and development projects; writing and editing cover and promotional copy; maintaining author and publisher schedules.
• Pitches and develops story and property ideas, from one-liners to full plot treatments. Development goal is to sell 4 original projects per year.
• Initiates and maintains relationships with writers (for existing and new projects), editors, publishers, and agents.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience...
Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience in editorial book publishing. Experience in adult fiction - Book Club, Women's, Romance - and/or YA/Children's a plus.
• Experience in development preferred.

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• BA/BS degree preferred

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of the marketplace, in publishing, film, and television.
• Ability to manage complex book schedules with tight deadlines
• Ability to participate in managing the development process
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Other Requirements

• Established relationships with writers and agents
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Flexibility to work extended hours to accommodate crash schedules.

How We Get Things Done...
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
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In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $47,466.00 - $88,150.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.