Editor, Romance
Company: Bloomsbury Publishing Inc
Role summary
Editor, Romance is a role at Bloomsbury Publishing Inc in New York, New York, United States (hybrid). Posted 2026-09-11. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Editor, Romance
- Company
- Bloomsbury Publishing Inc
- Location
- New York, New York, United States
- Work arrangement
- hybrid
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-09-11
Are you passionate about romance novels and have a keen eye for compelling storytelling? Bloomsbury Publishing is seeking an experienced Editor to join their team and help bring captivating romance stories to life. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of the romance genre with a leading publisher.
Job description
Description
Bloomsbury Publishing is seeking an Editor to help develop a romance list under the Bloomsbury Archer imprint. The successful candidate will have a deep knowledge of this genre (and its subgenres), as well as a history as a reader and editor of this type of book. Established relationships with agents in this space is a must.
The Editor will seek out, evaluate, acquire, develop, and edit manuscripts with high-quality storytelling, diverse viewpoints, compelling hooks, and commercial appeal. They will bring each book in with a clear vision for its development, its audience, and its potential. This Editor will be responsible for supervising new titles through the entirety of the editing process and will coordinate all stages of book production, from acquisition to publication. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and within a group environment are necessary.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Acquire approximately ten projects per year
Develop and edit a varied range of manuscripts within the romance genre
Read, evaluate, and develop materials for acquisition
Maintain and develop relationships with authors and agents
Work with authors on content, style, and format of publication and provide them with editorial feedback
Attend weekly editorial and design meetings to discuss incoming and existing acquisitions
Read submissions and provide feedback for editorial colleagues
Negotiate purchase of manuscripts with authors and agents
Write catalog/cover copy and title information sheets for frontlist titles
Generate profit and loss estimates
Collaborate with design and production on style, schedule, format, and aesthetics of publication; prepare manuscripts for production
Work with marketing and publicity departments to care for authors
Represent individual titles in interdepartmental meetings
Perform special projects as required
Requirements
Candidate must have a four-year undergraduate degree
At least five years of experience in an editorial capacity at a publishing imprint, including acquisition experience
Excellent attention to detail, quality, process, and organization
Strong and up-to-date knowledge of the market for romance books
Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and show initiative
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe
Location
(Hybrid) Candidates must reside in the NY tri-state area and be able to work in the office 2 days per week.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Bloomsbury Publishing USA is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Our company has always followed and will continue to follow a policy of providing equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sex, ethnicity, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We welcome and celebrate talent from all backgrounds and believe that belonging and inclusion are crucial elements to our success. We are dedicated to actively and continuously improving our practices to better support all of our employees.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid parental leave
Hybrid Work Schedule