Editor (Toronto Hybrid)

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada HarperCollins Publishers Full time

Editor (Toronto Hybrid) role at HarperCollins Publishers Company: Harlequin Enterprises ULC Date: September 15, 2025 Job Title: Editor Department: Editorial – Harlequin Brand Group Reporting To: Senior Editor, Intrigue Status: Regular Full Time Locations: 195 Broadway, New York, NY (hybrid model); 22 Adelaide Street West, Toronto (hybrid model) Job Summary: Reporting to the Senior Editor, this position will be responsible for soliciting, acquiring and developing authors/books for the Intrigue romance publishing program, as well as working with the editorial team and with marketing to develop the publishing strategy for this program. Responsibilities Works with author base to acquire manuscripts with the correct editorial fit and highest editorial quality for the publishing strategy. Reads submissions (solicited and unsolicited where applicable), responds to authors/agents, presents projects, negotiates contracts and monitors payments to authors. Develops new authors to publication standard. Performs all editorial functions when appropriate, including reading and evaluating proposals, providing revisions to authors and line editing. Oversees copy editing and author approval/alterations. Stays aware of the competitive marketplace, both print and digital. Demonstrates and strives for continued innovation, creativity, consumer and competitive insights. Mentors/coaches junior members of staff. Project management of specific initiatives, including trend‑inspired IP projects, as directed. Product Packaging Writes and reviews back cover copy to deliver the most saleable package. Provides editorial input into packaging design and copy to ensure key selling features are reflected in the book package. Works with the Marketing and Art teams on design recommendations. Author/Agent Management Maintains key authors under contract and develops new authors by providing mentoring and guidance with respect to career direction and positioning of imprint. Maintains positive relationships with agents. Represents the program/company at both internal and external conferences and with the media. Qualifications An undergraduate degree. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in fiction book publishing, including acquisitions experience. Strong communication, writing, and editorial skills. Experience finding, editing and managing key authors. Prioritizes project management, planning and organizing, teamwork and collaboration, negotiation skills, and a drive for results. Experience with agents and proven negotiation skills. High level of creativity/innovation, functional/technical knowledge. Ability to effectively analyze and shape projects for the marketplace. Enthusiasm for suspense and thrillers a plus HarperCollins Canada and Harlequin are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to equal employment opportunities. Employment decisions are based on job requirements and the skills, knowledge, and experience of the candidate, regardless of any other factors unrelated to job performance. We are also committed to ensuring that the accessibility needs of candidates and employees are considered and accommodated during the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing #J-18808-Ljbffr



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