Editor

Church Pension Group (CPG) is a financial firm located in Midtown Manhattan. CPG was founded in 1917 to provide pension benefits to eligible clergy of the Episcopal Church. Since then, its mission has expanded to include life and disability insurance, health benefits, property & casualty insurance, and publishing.

The Editor will acquire and edit proposals and manuscripts for publication in the categories of Leadership, Inspiration, Christian Spirituality, Social Justice, Finance and Retirement. This position will generate ideas, reach out to potential authors, work with agents and manage submissions. This position will work closely with authors to develop content and shepherd projects through to production and beyond.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Acquire and edit lead trade titles.

Prepare necessary paperwork including descriptions and comparative titles, write copy.

Edit manuscripts, keeping to production and publication schedules.

Work closely with marketing to maximize sales.

Present at sales conferences and attend conferences and book fairs as necessary.

Knowledge or interest in faith-based publishing.

Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experienced in trade non-fiction acquisitions.

Excellent communication skills—written, oral, editing, and presentation.

Must have market awareness.

Must have the ability to travel as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

S. or B.A. required.

3+ years of trade publishing experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Extensive use of computer keyboard.

ENVIRONMENT

Professional office environment and home office.

LEGAL AND VISAS
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Please understand that, as a general policy, CPG does not sponsor visas.

EOE: Minorities/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation

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