Epic is the leading digital reading platform for kids, trusted by millions of children, families, and educators around the world. With a vast library of high-quality books and learning resources, Epic empowers kids to explore their interests, build literacy skills, and develop a lifelong love of reading. As we look to the future, Epic is reimagining what reading can be—more personalized, more interactive, and more accessible than ever before. By combining technology, storytelling, and education, we are shaping the next generation of readers.
Position Summary
Epic is seeking an experienced Editor with a passion for children’s books across comics and graphic novels, picture books, chapter books, and nonfiction. This role is ideal for a publishing professional with a strong commercial sensibility, a proven acquisitions track record, and deep relationships with authors and agents.
In this role, you will oversee a diverse list of titles and manage the editorial process end-to-end, from acquisition through publication. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and play a key role in identifying trends and discovering new creative voices—both through traditional publishing channels and emerging, non-traditional pathways.
Key Responsibilities
Edit and manage 20–25 titles annually across multiple children’s book formats for ages 3–12.
Oversee all stages of the editorial process from acquisition through publication, including:
Reviewing manuscript passes and addressing copyediting queries.
Consulting with Design throughout development.
Negotiating with authors and agents through signed contracts.
Providing ongoing author and agent support.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Executive, Design, Production, Publicity, Marketing, and Finance teams.
Partner with Finance to create and manage title-by-title P&Ls.
Research market trends and identify new content opportunities.
Qualifications
5–7+ years of experience editing children’s literature.
3–5+ years of acquisition experience.
Strong editorial vision and deep understanding of the children’s publishing market.
Ability to negotiate favorable contract terms.
Established relationships with authors and literary agents.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to discover talent outside traditional agent pathways (e.g., social media, trade shows, comic book conventions).
Results-oriented and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
Salary Range
$70,000 base salary + bonus.
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In Summary: Epic is seeking an experienced Editor with a passion for children’s books across comics and graphic novels, picture books, chapter books, and nonfiction . This role is ideal for a publishing professional with a strong commercial sensibility, a proven acquisitions track record, and deep relationships with authors and agents .
En Español:
Epic es la plataforma de lectura digital líder para niños, confiable por millones de niños, familias y educadores en todo el mundo. Con una vasta biblioteca de libros de alta calidad y recursos de aprendizaje, Epic empodera a los niños para explorar sus intereses, construir habilidades de alfabetización y desarrollar un amor permanente por la lectura. A medida que miramos hacia el futuro, Epic está reinventando lo que leer puede ser más personalizado, más interactivo y más accesible que nunca. Al combinar tecnología, narración e educación, estamos dando forma a la próxima generación de lectores. Colaborará estrechamente con equipos interfuncionales y desempeñará un papel clave en la identificación de tendencias y el descubrimiento de nuevas voces creativas, tanto a través de canales editoriales tradicionales como por vías emergentes no tradicionales. Responsabilidades claves Editar y administrar 2025 títulos anualmente en múltiples formatos de libros infantiles para 312 años. Supervisar todas las etapas del proceso editorial desde la adquisición hasta la publicación, incluidas: Revisión de pases manuscritos y abordar consultas de edición. Consultar con Design durante todo el desarrollo. Negociar con autores y agentes mediante contratos firmados. Proporcionar apoyo continuo al autor y agente. Colaborar de manera transversal con los equipos ejecutivos, diseño, publicidad, marketing y finanzas. El cumplimiento del formulario es totalmente voluntario. Sea cual sea su decisión, no se considerará en el proceso de contratación o posteriormente. Cualquier información que usted proporcione será registrada y mantenida en un archivo confidencial. Tal como se establece en la política de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo de Epic Kids Inc., no discriminamos sobre la base de cualquier estatus de grupo protegido bajo ninguna ley aplicable. Si cree pertenecer a alguna de las categorías de veteranos protegidos enumeradas a continuación, indique haciendo la selección apropiada. Como contratista gubernamental sujeto a la Ley de Ayuda al Ajuste de Veteranos de Vietnam Era (VEVRAA), solicitamos esta información para medir la efectividad de los esfuerzos de alcance y reclutamiento positivo que emprendemos de acuerdo con VEVRA. La clasificación de categorías protegidas es la siguiente: Un "disabilitado" es uno de los tres días de liberación del veterano activo de EE.UU. , una persona disuelta del servicio militar u otros servicios militares por parte de la Secretaría de Servicio Aéreo estadounidense, pero quien haya sido despedido durante el período de incapacidad aérea o ha tenido derecho a recibir indemnización debido a lo anterior; Servicio militar, terrestre, naval o aéreo. "Veterano de servicio activo en el tiempo de guerra o la insignia de campaña" significa un veterano que sirvió en funciones activas en los servicios militares, terrestres, navales o aéreos de los Estados Unidos durante una guerra, o en una campaña o expedición para la cual se ha autorizado una placa de campaña bajo las leyes administradas por el Departamento de Defensa. Si desea aprender más sobre la ley o este formulario, visite los Estados Unidos. Una discapacidad es una condición que limita sustancialmente a una o más de sus principales actividades en la vida. Si usted tiene o ha tenido alguna vez tal afección, es una persona con una discapacidad OM. Las discapacidades incluyen, pero no se limitan a: Alcohol u otro trastorno por consumo de drogas (no usan actualmente medicamentos ilegalmente) Desorden autoinmune, por ejemplo, lupus, fibromialgia, artritis reumatoide, VIH/SIDA Córdida o baja visión (o presente). Esta encuesta tardará unos 5 minutos en completarse. #J-18808-Ljbffr