Springer Nature is hiring: Editor, Film, Television and Theatre Studies in New Y
Springer Nature, New York, NY, United States, 10261
Overview
Job Title: Editor, Film, Television and Theatre Studies
Location: New York or London (Hybrid Working Model)
Application Deadline: September 26, 2025
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is a leading publisher of research. We publish journals and books and support open research. We are part of progress, working with the communities we serve to share knowledge and understanding. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com.
About the Brand
Palgrave Macmillan publishes academic books in the Humanities and Social Sciences, including monographs, journals, textbooks, and reference works. Visit palgrave.com for more information.
About the Role
We are seeking a new Editor to manage our academic books program in Film and Television Studies alongside part of our Theatre programme. You will acquire and publish content across all formats (monographs, Palgrave Pivots, textbooks, reference works, and a small number of general interest titles). The role includes maintaining the existing portfolio and developing new growth areas with a signing target of 70-80 titles per year. You will identify authors, negotiate contract terms, and manage the development and submission of book projects, overseeing the lifecycle from proposal to publication. You will work with the Editorial Director and other senior team members to develop your list as part of the wider team, imprint, and company strategy.
This role will be located in either our New York City office or London office, with a hybrid working model.
Responsibilities
Manages and grows a publishing program and delivers competitive and profitable products in line with the company’s publishing strategy.
Performs key publishing acquisition activities, including:
Soliciting, reading and evaluating proposals and manuscripts to determine commercial viability, audience, market and suitability for the list
Researching market trends to identify new authors, new titles and new products
Managing the backlist for assigned areas, maintaining profitable relationships with existing authors, book series editors and editorial board members
Supporting authors and editors in developing their book projects, including OA works and partnerships
Negotiating publishing contract terms
Remaining a point of contact for authors/editors throughout the publication process
Ensures editorial policies and processes are consistently applied across activities and goals set by editorial management are met
Develops and maintains a large network of authors/editors through engagement activities within the research community
Continually promotes and builds the brand through virtual interactions and by traveling to academic conferences and campus visits
Maintains cooperation and dialogue with editorial service, marketing, production and other relevant departments regarding individual projects and mutual interests
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Essential
Educated to degree level or equivalent (preferably in a relevant field)
Experience (or demonstrable interest) in academic publishing
Excellent networking, negotiation and acquisition skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Willing and able to travel
Able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and work on own initiative
Resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries
Excellent teamwork and relationship-building skills
Able to work independently within a (virtual) team environment
Target-driven and motivated to meet core objectives and KPIs
Strong entrepreneurial spirit, commercially minded and adaptable to change
Desirable
Acquisitions or commissioning experience in academic publishing
Prior knowledge and experience in the subject area (or related field)
Application Deadline: September 26, 2025
Springer Nature US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, hybrid policy, Summer Hours, paid time off, flexible spending, multiple life insurance options, disability coverage, tuition assistance, voluntary benefits, Employee Assistance Program, family-friendly benefits, and employee discounts.
US Annualized Base Salary Range: $66,000 - $80,000. Salary offers may vary based on experience, education, and other factors. This range is specific to the US and does not apply to other countries.
Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture. If you require accessibility accommodations, please contact us.
For more information about career opportunities at Springer Nature, please visit the official careers page.
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