Editor Employee

Walt Disney Company

Employee

TELECOMMUTE – US National

2/19/21

Job Description

Editor (RP)

773914BR

Job Description

The Editor will edit 10-12 titles/year for global publishing plans working with the Disney Global Publishing Team. You will report to the Executive Editor.

Responsibilities

You Will:

Edit pools and/or book titles, which target a variety of ages

Work with writers to develop story concepts, write manuscripts, provide editorial feedback, line edit, and develop art notes

Share concepts with Manager to get studio and/or brand approvals

Work with art and design team to take titles through layout, pencil, and paint passes; advise on all stages of the development process

Hire writers and help build high-quality writer pool

Attend check-in meetings with Manager

Attend filmmaker story meetings for editorial reviews and art reviews

Attend production meetings and additional team meetings

Basic Qualifications

You Have:

Manage resources across multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.

Highly motivated, productive, and detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational skills.

Ability to work with a team remotely

Knowledge of publishing process and formats

Understanding of editing, line editing, and copyediting

4+ years experience in children’s publishing

Familiarity with Disney/Pixar brands and licensed publishing a plus

Knowledge of Adobe PDF, Microsoft Word + Track Changes

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree

Additional Information

This is a Remote position that can be based anywhere in the U.S.

Editing , Proofreading , Youth & Children

US National