Job Summary:

Disney Publishing Worldwide seeks a highly creative and detail-oriented Editor (Project Hire) for 12-18 months to work on a variety of Star Wars and Marvel live-action novelizations and retellings.

The position involves working closely with members of Disney Lucasfilm Press, Marvel Press, and Disney Publishing Worldwide including editorial, global licensing, and creative operations teams, alongside licensees, to closely review and ensure high quality, an age-appropriate nature, and strong appeal of books designed for fans of Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in editorial in the publishing industry, the ability to read quickly, strong communication and writing skills, a keen eye for detail, familiarity with Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, comfort with online content management systems, and the ability to juggle multiple projects at once. Scope of work includes full editorial responsibility—from creative concept through to publication.

The editor will report to the executive editor of Disney Lucasfilm Press and also to the executive editor of Marvel Press, both a part of Disney Publishing Worldwide.

This position can be remote.

Responsibilities:

• Support senior editorial staff in developing and publishing Disney Lucasfilm Press and Marvel Press titles, performing editorial work—including manuscript reviews, line edits, and editorial letters—as needed.
• Oversees the pick-up of global and vertical assets by licensees.
• Assisting senior editorial staff on communications with authors, agents, Disney Lucasfilm Press, Lucasfilm, Marvel Entertainment, Marvel Studios, Marvel Press, and Disney Publishing.
• Perform departmental administrative work, including maintaining schedules and data records, requesting contracts, and assisting with presentations.
• Builds and curates solid relationships with authors/filmmakers/studio/licensees/artists/designers to create high-quality Disney Lucasfilm Press and Marvel Press content.

Basic Qualifications:

• Two plus years experience in an editorial role in the publishing industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the Star Wars films and the Marvel Cinematic Universe
• Experience with licensing

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information:

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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About Disney Publishing Worldwide:

Disney Publishing Worldwide helps bring our Company’s stories and characters to life through innovative and engaging physical products and digital experiences across more than 100 categories, from toys and t-shirts, to apps, books and console games.The business is home to world-class teams of app and game developers, licensing and retail experts, a leading retail business (Disney Store), artists and storytellers, and technologists who inspire imaginations and bring the magic of Disney into the daily lives of families and fans around the world.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Publishing Worldwide, which is part of a business segment we call Disney Publishing Worldwide.

Disney Publishing Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.