Senior Editor for Media and Communication Publications

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Springer Nature Full time
Job Title: Senior Editor, Media and Communication Publications

Location: London - Hybrid Working Model

About Springer Nature Group

Springer Nature is dedicated to facilitating discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians, and various professionals. Our extensive range of imprints, books, journals, platforms, and technological solutions impacts millions globally. With a legacy spanning over 175 years, our brands have consistently provided reliable knowledge to these communities, and we are committed to ensuring that essential information is accessible, verified, comprehensible, and applicable for the benefit of future generations.

About the Brand

Palgrave Macmillan is renowned for its innovative academic publications in the Humanities and Social Sciences. We publish a diverse array of works, including monographs, journals, textbooks, professional references, and more, covering subjects from Political Science and Economics to Literature and Business.

About the Role:

We are seeking a proactive Senior Editor to oversee the Media and Communication portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include acquiring and publishing a distinguished range of research monographs, edited collections, handbooks, upper-level textbooks, and open access titles. You will play a crucial role in expanding the portfolio and aligning it with the strategic objectives of the Publishing Unit, while managing editorial processes and executing strategies to achieve departmental goals. This position will report to the Executive Editor for Film, Cultural, and Media Studies, with an expectation to commission 60-80 titles annually.

We are looking for a target-oriented, dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You should be a creative self-starter with a profound understanding of academic publishing, an entrepreneurial mindset, and exceptional communication and presentation abilities.

Role Responsibilities:
  • Manage and expand a publishing program, delivering competitive and profitable products aligned with the company's publishing strategy.
  • Conduct key publishing acquisition activities, including:
    • Evaluating proposals and manuscripts for commercial viability and market suitability.
    • Researching market trends to identify potential authors and new titles.
    • Maintaining productive relationships with existing authors and editorial board members.
    • Supporting authors in developing their projects, including open access initiatives.
    • Negotiating publishing contract terms.
    • Acting as a point of contact for authors throughout the publication process.
  • Ensure consistent application of editorial policies and achievement of goals set by editorial management.
  • Develop and maintain a broad network of authors and editors through engagement activities within the research community.
  • Promote and enhance the brand through virtual interactions and participation in academic conferences.
  • Collaborate with editorial services, marketing, production, and other departments on individual projects and general inquiries.
  • Support the training and mentoring of new and junior team members.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Essential:
  • Degree level education or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field.
  • Experience in academic publishing.
  • Strong networking, negotiation, and acquisition skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • Numerate, analytical, and proficient in IT systems, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Able to prioritize tasks and work independently.
  • Resourceful and proactive in problem-solving.
  • Strong team-working and relationship-building abilities.
  • Target-driven and motivated to meet objectives and KPIs.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit, commercially minded, and adaptable to change.
Desirable:
  • Experience in editorial acquisitions.


Springer Nature is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. We value diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace that empowers all colleagues to thrive.

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