Associate Content Development Editor

The Associate Content Development Editor is responsible for supporting their editorial team in its efforts to reach key goals set forth by the Editorial Director for assigned discipline including acquisitions, content development, project management, transmittals and post-publication tasks, online products and ancillaries, video development, and related Professional Learning Support and management. This involves a focus on project management and working with authors, peer reviewers, freelance development editors, and ancillary content writers, as well as across departments and teams including legal, editorial, marketing, production, design, and manufacturing to coordinate the overarching publishing process and content needs for books, ebooks, companion websites, audiobooks, and other ancillary or supplemental print and digital content to ensure they meet or exceed market needs and high-quality standards. Specifically, this may involve as-needed content development and/or line editing assistance on select projects, coordinating cover and interior designs, reviewing page proofs at all stages, and assisting with materials that work in conjunction with professional learning services, at the direction of the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher. In addition, the Associate Content Development Editor exercises a leadership role with the Editorial Assistants (EAs) within the department.

A successful Associate Content Development Editor is someone who:

• is organized and can coordinate and lead both macro and micro details of multiple editorial projects and meet deadlines while working under pressure
• communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with all internal and external colleagues
• practices cultural competence by using self-awareness, sensitivity, skills, and knowledge to navigate relationships across differences
• can read, analyze, and interpret concepts, documents, etc.
• can support vendor or freelance relationships while tracking costs
• provides excellent author care while balancing author needs with Corwin’s priorities
• demonstrates research and reasoning skills and is a proactive, persistent, and creative problem-solver and effective decision maker
• shows curiosity about how the basic principles of instructional design relate to product development
• has an emerging understanding of the nuances of one or more discipline(s)
• practices cultural competence by using self-awareness, sensitivity, skills, and knowledge to navigate relationships across differences
  
  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

A focus on project management, including:

Upon contract signing, leading onboarding sessions to introduce authors to the Author Guide and familiarizing them with guidelines pertaining to:

• the publishing process and manuscript or other content preparation,
• inclusion of 3rd-party content and permissions clearance,
• interior design and manuscript tagging
• book schedule and key dates
• Corwin’s DEI Guidelines, when appropriate
• Creation and circulation of proposal documents in SMART based on information provided by author and editor for review by the Editorial Director and the Content Strategy Committee.
• In coordination with Editorial Assistant, serving as key liaison between editorial, permissions, finance, and the legal department for assisting with complex legal matters related to author contracts, freelancer agreements, permissions and copyright issues, tax forms, and other relevant legal concerns.
• In conjunction with their editorial team, collaborating on the creation, implementation, and management of project schedules.
• Serving as the point of contact on the status of all their team’s products in proposal, development, transmittal, and post-publication phases.
• Taking initiative in identifying, pre-empting and solving problems, troubleshooting as needed within designated project budgets and schedules.
• Communicating with production editor to troubleshoot production-related issues and strategize scheduling considerations.
• In collaboration with the Acquisitions Editor and/or Publisher, Marketing Manager, and authors, overseeing the process of organizing video shoots and creating ancillary products, potential consumables, and other new products that build/expand upon existing products and/or branch out into new areas that resonate with team vision and goals to meet market needs.
• In collaboration with the appropriate Acquisition Editor/Publisher and Editorial Assistant, be responsible for the timely, accurate, and complete transmittal to production of titles, including the post-transmittal and post-publication tasks.
• Owning the accuracy and continual updating of metadata for all titles and projects for the team.
• A focus on content development, including:
• For select revisions, leading and managing the development process in consultation with the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher from pre-revision review analyses, revision plan development, schedule tracking, and manuscript delivery.
• For select first editions, managing the external reviewing of draft manuscripts, including summarizing key points from peer reviews, and offering suggestions for revision for the editor to share with the author.
• Providing in-depth developmental and/or line editing support on select projects with special attention to accessibility and appropriateness for a practitioner audience, along with managing technical aspects of the manuscript including identifying third-party material, determining figure placement, executing redraws, as well as photo research, and interior design direction. This includes ensuring consistency of headers and key features and how they fit an interior design plan (custom or templated).
• In collaboration with the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher, participate in follow-up author meetings throughout the development stage as needed, providing clarity and explanations around suggested edits, revision plans, due dates and deadlines, and continuing to serve as the point person for technical author questions around permissions, interior design, figures/images, and manuscript organization.
• As directed by the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher, lead the process of any adapted or custom interior design needs for select titles, overseeing the approval process, providing all materials needed to design team, reviewing samples, and finalizing the design for implementation at the proof stage.
• In collaboration with the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher, Marketing Manager, and EA, lead the cover design meeting with a special focus on finalizing title/subtitle, artistic direction, and market needs. Submits cover and interior design memos after brainstorming sessions, as directed by the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher.
• In collaboration with the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher and Marketing manager, participate in the review of multiple passes of the OBC, offering copyedits if needed and confirming changes are made.
• In collaboration with the Editorial Assistant, participating in the review of sample pages and multiple rounds of proof with special attention to page layout, credit lines, figure/image/art accuracy, and any pending permission items.
• In collaboration with the Acquisitions Editor/Publisher, Editorial Assistant, Production, Art/Design, and to ensure that all aspects of manuscript preparation are complete and acceptable.
• Additional responsibilities may include:
• Running and formatting reports per Acquisition Editor/Publisher’s request.
• Developing and maintaining a good understanding of the K12 professional development market and current trends. This could include visiting a s district or school, attending conferences and/or Corwin institutes to participate in sessions and network, independently reading journal and news articles, blogs, or listening to podcasts related to professional topics.
• Coordinating and managing special research and competitive benchmarking projects as assigned.
• Assisting Acquisitions Editor and/or Publisher as needed to prepare for annual strategic review, and participate as needed in annual strategic review process.
• Mentoring, training, and contributing to the career development of Editorial Assistants, interns, and fellow ACDEs as requested, and participating in revisions to any training materials or process instructions.
• Upon request, co-leading the recruitment and interviewing of new EAs or interns.
• Work with and help manage interns to keep Intern Project Log up to date, provide feedback on work, and hold interns accountable for assigned tasks.
• Taking on a liaison role to acquire specialized knowledge, to work closely with a cross departmental partner, and to ensure effective two-way communication and learning.
• Under the direction of the Publisher, work collaboratively with other departments on new procedures and systems.
  
  

Qualifications, Education, And Aptitudes

Any combination equivalent to but not limited to, the following:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred
• 2-3 years of book publishing or other applicable experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite. Adobe and Google Docs experience preferred but not required
• Demonstrated excellent verbal, written, and communication skills
• Ability to convey complex ideas and feedback to multiple partners
• Ability to take responsibility for own performance on complex projects
• Ability to adjust communication styles for different audiences
• Proven excellent project management skills and attention to detail
• Prior experience and proven ability to work will with authors/clients, freelancers, and colleagues across multiple departments
• Ability to work on and prioritize multiple projects and meet strict deadlines in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to research market trends and competitive landscape in the education market space
• Ability to learn new technologies and evaluate evolving content/business needs
• Ability to exhibit empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a positive attitude, particularly when resolving conflicts.
• Exhibits good listening skills, accepts feedback, and takes responsibility.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands include both the physical actions that may be required to perform a task and the physical environment in which the task is performed.

Examples might include:

• Hearing, listening, and speaking
• Operation of specific office equipment, e.g. computer, phone, video conferencing, etc...
• Sustained concentration using a computer screen
• Extended reading on screens
• Unpacking of boxes and set up of exhibits at conferences
  
  

Company Acknowledment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed within this position description are representative of the education, skills, experience, and qualifications required. Incumbents in this position must maintain the absolute confidentiality with company information at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to more readily perform the essential functions. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add, or delete the essential functions of this position at any time, with or without notice.

If you have a disability and you need any support during the application process, please contact hr.resume@sagepub.com All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Pay Transparency & Benefits Package:

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect. Sage is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Compensation at Sage is influenced by several factors, including but not limited to skill set, nature and level of experience, qualifications, and other relevant considerations. Please note that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include bonuses or benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and additional aspects of the compensation/benefits package for this position during the hiring process. If your desired salary falls outside of this range, we hope you'll still apply as there may be other positions that better align.

In addition to compensation, Sage offers a highly competitive and comprehensive PPO medical, dental, and vision care benefits package with SAGE covering most of the premium costs. Unique program benefits that support a healthy life, a company-sponsored anniversary trip every 5 years, a 401(k)-matching program of 100% up to 5% of pay, and other significant meaningful benefits. In alignment with our value for education, Sage offers financial support for bachelor's and graduate-level degree programs as well as learning for personal interest.

Sage offers freedom and autonomy in your day-to-day with hybrid or remote work, depending on the role. Join the nearly 2,000 Sage employees worldwide who deliver products and services that serve to fulfill our noble goal of education and dissemination of knowledge globally. We’d love to meet you!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and partnership status, pregnancy and parental responsibilities, race, religion and belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We believe that diversity is a cornerstone of a vibrant culture. We want Sage to be an organization where the most talented staff and high-potential staff are recruited, have the opportunity to grow, and want to work. We strive to achieve a better representation of diverse talent at all levels, including leadership, across our workforce.