Job Description

Spot the next excellent idea and turn it into a published success.

We re looking for a Commissioning Editor with a sharp editorial eye and a passion for discovering new voices, shaping strong ideas, and turning them into compelling published titles.

Responsibilities
Acquisition: Identify and evaluate high-sales potential book proposals, manuscripts, and authors that align with the company s publishing goals.
Author Management: Build and maintain robust relationships with authors, agents, and other stakeholders.
Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions with authors and agents, including advances, royalties, and rights.
Project Management: Oversee the development of projects from manuscript submission to final publication, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, competitor activity, and reader preferences to identify new prospects.
Collaboration: Work closely with editorial, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure the successful launch and promotion of titles.
Budget Management:



Manage budgets for individual projects, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness.
Quality Control: Ensure all content meets the company s editorial standards and aligns with the target audience s expectations.

Basic Qualifications and Required Skills
Bachelor s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field (Master s degree preferred) or any relevant degree.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Robust analytical skills to assess market trends and project viability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with publishing software.

Kindly Note: Prior experience in publishing or commissioning is a plus, but more importantly, the ability to rapidly establish and expand a robust network of authors, with persistent follow-ups to drive acquisitions, is highly valued.

📌 Commissioning Editor Mumbai
🏢 Jaico Publishing House
📍 Mumbai