Beaming Books

Beaming Books seeks a Senior Acquisitions Editor to join our editorial department. The Senior Acquisitions Editor is responsible for acquiring 15 children’s trade books that fulfill Beaming Books’ mission of helping kids thrive, for ages 0-12 and up, in categories including board book, picture book, middle grade, and young adult.

The Senior Acquisitions Editor will:

• Develop and maintain a broad and diverse network among authors, illustrators, and agents.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals and manuscripts.
• Present proposals to internal teams and prepare supporting materials to aid acquisitions decisions.
• Facilitate contract negotiation with authors, illustrators, and agents.
• Edit acquired manuscripts for quality, brief illustrators, and prepare book projects for production.
• Review illustrations and books proofs
• Brief covers
• Provide book information and metadata to marketing, sales, and publicity departments to aid in the promotion of books.
• Serve as an author and illustrator’s primary point of contact through the editorial process.
• Acquire books that help Beaming Books meet financial targets.
• Collaborate with the Beaming Books editorial team to provide expertise and collaboration as needed.

Desired education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or related field
• 5+ years of experience as an acquisitions editor for a trade children’s publishing imprint, with track record of success in acquisitions and editorial work

Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Awareness of industry trends in children’s publishing.
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify books that will meet financial targets.
• Strong negotiating and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with basic financial statements and reporting.
• Commitment to Beaming Books’ mission of helping kids thrive.

Please include your resume, cover letter, and references with your application. Apply using the specified link: http://bit.ly/2ZlWrct

1517 Media is a dynamic team of publishing professionals seeking to grow our trade publishing program. We publish high-quality books that nourish souls, ignite minds, and promote the common good. 1517 Media strives to create an environment of inclusiveness, equity, and respect for all regardless of ability, age, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, nation of origin, race, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status.

Beaming Books is an imprint of 1517 Media and publishes high-quality children’s books that help kids thrive in every part of who they are—emotionally, socially, and spiritually. With topics ranging from self-esteem to kindness, ethics, and faith, our books are designed to spark the imagination and equip kids and families to live full and flourishing lives, together.

1517 Media offers a competitive salary and a full list of benefits, including vacation for new employees, sick time, health, retirement, a pre-tax transportation program, and no-cost gym access in the building. You will join a collaborative and creative hybrid work environment, with a talented group of individuals who have a passion for their work. The beautiful, newly-designed corporate headquarters hosts 83 employees near downtown Minneapolis with adjacent access to Light Rail and MetroTransit bus lines.

 

 

Company/organization: 1517 Media
Location: remote, usa
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A leading publisher of children’s books and materials for library, classroom, and trade seeks a Community and Email Marketing Coordinator to join our Marketing team. This position is temporarily remote due to COVID-19. When our offices reopen, this position can be based out of Edina, MN, North Mankato, MN or Remote.

Capstone combines a passion for helping foster a powerful love of reading and learning with the talent to create award-winning books and media.

As a Community and Email Marketing Coordinator, you are integral to the success of our marketing efforts. You will foster a connection between educators and Capstone, using social media and email marketing to understand customer needs, develop relationships, and share how Capstones products help solve customer problems. This position is a tech-savvy relationship builder with exceptional oral and written communication skills combined with knowledge of social media platforms (emphasis on Facebook and Twitter) and email platforms. This role will be part of an internal cross-functional team that uses data, market and product knowledge, and marketing best practices to deepen the relationship between Capstone and its target customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plan and implement social media and email communication campaigns for Capstone’s digital products.
2. Connect social media and email with lead generating activities and sales readiness when appropriate.
3. Provide engaging text, image, and video content for social media accounts and email messages.
4. Maintain and monitor Capstone’s online communities for our EdTech products, engaging with users when appropriate.
5. Monitor mentions of relevant products/trends on social media and engage with commenters when appropriate.
6. Respond to comments and customer queries in a timely manner.
7. Monitor and report on feedback and online reviews/commentary.
8. Organize and participate in events to build community and boost product/brand awareness.
9. Coordinate with Marketing, PR, and Communications teams to ensure brand consistency.
10. Measure and report on engagement; use such date to inform future content and campaigns.
11. Stay updated on new products, market trends, and customer needs.
12. Build relationships with customers, potential customers, industry professionals, and internal stakeholders.
13. Stay up to date with digital technology trends.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Marketing, English, or related communications field and 1-2 years of email marketing experience. A successful candidate would have experience contributing to and monitoring community initiatives. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask. Ideally the candidate would have hands on experience with social media platforms for business applications with particular focus on Facebook and Twitter.

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k with company match, and a rewarding work environment. Our wages are competitive; we offer training; and the opportunity to thrive in a growing business.

Capstone embraces diversity, inclusion, equal opportunity, and belonging for all employees and applicants. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. As such, we welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicities, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to hrservices@coughlancompanies.com.

Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background Check Required.

Company/organization: Capstone
Location: Edina, MN, North Mankato, MN or Remote
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Company/organization: MBPR
Location: Minneapolis
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The Wisconsin Historical Society Press is seeking Sales Specialist to join our team.

Position Summary:

The Sales Specialist is responsible for developing and maintaining retail, library, education, and specialty sales markets for books published by the Wisconsin Historical Society Press. The Sales Specialist creates sales plans and goals; tracks and reports sales results; manages sales relationships with authors, reps, libraries, bookstores, gift shops, Wisconsin Historical Society sites and affiliates, and other retailers; and maintains the Press’s online sales presence. This position reports with general supervision to the Press Director under the guidance of the Society Press Sales and Marketing Manager.

The core duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
-Work with Press Sales and Marketing Manager and marketing team to build innovative sales and marketing campaigns to grow awareness and sales of the Press’s titles and brand, including researching and identifying new customers and sales opportunities; planning and delivering sales presentations to key contacts; and communicating plans and strategies to the Press team.
-Develop and implement detailed sales plans for new and backlist titles, including planning and executing title-specific and series or category promotions; building contact lists; writing copy for sales materials and presentations; and planning follow-up actions.
-Manage sales relationships through regular communication with authors, commissioned reps, bookstores, libraries, gift shops, Wisconsin Historical Society sites and affiliates, and other retailers; act as point of contact for internal and external sales stakeholders.
a. Proactively communicate throughout the year with sales reps and buyers, including regular in-person, phone, and virtual meetings.
b. Represent the Press at twice-yearly trade sales conferences.
c. Respond to potential and existing customer’s sales inquiries.
-Manage, upload, and update the Press’s sales and marketing data to Society’s Online Store, Edelweiss catalog system, and other sales and marketing platforms.
-Ensure accurate and timely updates of sales and marketing data (e.g., copy, reviews, blurbs, awards) in Press database, in Title Management systems, and to all stakeholders, including Society staff and affiliates, reps, and other book industry contacts.
-Oversee Press’s catalogs, including planning title selection and organization, developing copy, verifying accuracy of title specifications, and managing mailing and distribution, working in collaboration with in-house staff and external vendors.

Minimally qualified candidate will have experience in all of the following:

• Professional experience in a sales role at a trade publisher of any size.
• Professional experience monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on book sales efforts.
• Professional experience presenting seasonal publishing lists to book buyers and sales reps.
• Professional experience using Edelweiss or similar online book sales and marketing platform.

In addition to minimum qualifications, a well-qualified candidate will additionally have experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Professional experience in a sales role at an academic or institutional publisher of any size.
• Professional experience in educational or children’s product sales or marketing.
• Professional experience using Counterpoint or other point-of-sale software.

The Wisconsin Historical Society, founded in 1846, ranks as one of the largest, most active and diversified state historical societies in the nation. As both a state agency and a private membership organization, its mission is to help people connect to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing stories. At its core, the Society believes that increasing the public’s knowledge of history has profound societal, cultural, and economic benefit. The Society’s values are to Embrace a Spirit of Service, Engage our Expertise, Spark Enthusiasm, Cultivate Inclusion, Exceed Expectations, and Think Big and Grow with Purpose. Its collections, historic sites and museums, historic preservation office and extensive educational programs are focused on enriching and transforming lives through unparalleled access to history.  WHS believes that increasing the public’s knowledge of history has profound societal, cultural, and economic benefit.

Since its beginnings in 1855, the Wisconsin Historical Society Press has served the mission of the Wisconsin Historical Society to collect, preserve, and share the stories of the Midwest. Located in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, in the heart of the University of Wisconsin campus, the Press is a leading publisher of trade and educational books on Wisconsin history and culture. The Press publishes 12–15 titles per year and is known for the quality and beauty of its publications. For additional information on the Wisconsin Historical Society Press, visit wisconsinhistory.org/whspress.

 

Company/organization: The Wisconsin Historical Society Press
Location: Madison, WI
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A leading publisher of children’s books and materials for library, classroom, and trade seeks a full-time External Metadata Integration Specialist to join our Metadata team. This position is temporarily remote due to COVID-19. When our offices reopen, this position can be based out of either Edina, MN or North Mankato, MN.

Capstone combines a passion for helping foster a powerful love of reading and learning with the talent to create award-winning books and media.

The External Metadata Integration Specialist will coordinate cross-functionally with Capstone’s Project Management, Content, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service, and UK teams to ensure that Special Sales metadata records are executed in a precise and timely manner. This position is responsible for managing special projects requiring large-scale metadata work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Special Projects specialist for requests requiring large amounts of skilled metadata work.
2. Facilitate manual (non-ONIX) metadata uploads with external data partners.
3. Create rights, permissions, and customer specific metadata for special sales.
4. Manage image and eBook file transmissions for external partners.
5. Coordinate and maintain submissions to EdGate for standards correlation.
6. Coordinate and maintain submissions to Google Preview.
7. Coordinate and maintain submissions to Amazon Look Inside.

Successful candidates will have a 4-year degree from an accredited university.

• Experience in book publishing, K-12 library or EdTech markets
• Experience with Title and/or Library Management Systems and metadata as it relates to search and discoverability
• Experience with Biblio Title Management System required.
• Minimum of one year experience in MS Office.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, disability insurance, life insurance, flex spending and health savings accounts, health & wellness program, 401k with company match, and a rewarding work environment, among other benefits. Our wages are competitive; we offer training; and the opportunity to thrive in a growing business.

 Capstone embraces diversity, inclusion, equal opportunity, and belonging for all employees and applicants. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. As such, we welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicities, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to hrservices@coughlancompanies.com.

Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background Check Required

Company/organization: Capstone
Location: Remote/Edina/Mankato
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The Quarto Group is seeking a talented Acquiring Editor to join the team in our Boston North Shore office! This position will be responsible for acquiring and developing 15-20 titles a year in the areas of healthy eating, general cooking, health, fitness, self-help, lifestyle, and parenting. The Senior Acquiring Editor works closely with the publisher, editorial director, authors, copyeditors, project managers, illustrators and designers to define, develop, and execute the books from concept through publishing strategy. S/he will support the effort to create a cohesive, high-level publishing program that considers current creative trends, the desires and needs of our core audience, and the broader marketplace to create beautiful, in-demand books and products. Are you the right person for the job? Creative energy, self-motivation, passion and a sense of humor are essential. Come join our team!

The key responsibilities for this role will be:

• Develop 15-20 books and ancillary products annually.
• Concept, brief, and acquire a steady stream of proposals to propose at regular acquisitions meetings.
• Develop timely, on-trend products with strong, well-positioned authors.
• Leverage re-packaging opportunities from our existing content for ancillary products.
• Perform continual research to remain on top of trends and competition in the marketplace, online and in the blogosphere.
• Responsible for contract negotiations with authors and agents and P&L on project acquisitions and project development
• Work closely with the authors to shape the content, style, and approach of each book.
• Coach the author and other contributors during the writing process to keep them on track and on target for delivery.
• Evaluate authors’ manuscripts and artwork or photography for quality, voice, consistency, and market appropriateness
• Responsible for notifying all authors and contributors in writing about any repackaging plans regarding their books in a timely fashion, and bringing the author’s expertise and feedback in-house to team meetings (acquisitions, cover/design, sales).
• Write marketing materials including Advance Information sheets, jacket copy, book descriptions.
• Throughout the life of the book or product, act as content “expert” and author delegate to help shape marketing plans, sales strategies, and PR opportunities.
• Brainstorm unique ideas and opportunities with the marketing and sales team that reflect the unique subject matter or unique author platform.

Do you have the following skills and qualifications?

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or related discipline
• 5-7 years of experience in acquisitions or content development
• Familiarity with MS Word editing software
• Excellent grammar, writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Displays diplomacy and good judgment
• Experience in developing content related to art, design, and creative pursuits.
• Familiarity with social networking and subject related blogs

To apply please submit cover letter and resume to careersusa@quarto.com.

Company/organization: Quarto Group, The
Location: remote, usa
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Exempt, salaried member of the leadership Core Team reporting directly to the Publisher.

As Elva Resa’s primary creative expert responsible for book design and production, company branding, and digital asset management, you will plan, design, produce, and manage book covers and interiors in multiple formats, visual brand assets, and marketing communications materials, as well as manage creative technology platforms. You are a champion for our brand and quality publication production.

Key responsibilities include:

• Book Design and Production: Develop creative design and production of books in all formats and related multimedia marketing communications materials. Collaborate with and manage the work of manufacturing partners, multimedia producers, contract designers, illustrators, photographers, videographers, developers, and other creative specialists as needed.
• Visual Brand and Asset Manager: Create, produce, and manage Elva Resa’s visual brand, image library, logos, website designs, marketing communications, and online publication visuals. Maintain updates to digital assets, technology platforms, and production files.

To succeed in this position your exceptional skills and experience will include:

• At least three years of hands-on book design and production for a publisher
• Brand-focused creative vision
• Compelling and effective book cover and interior design principles
• Expert knowledge of color management and prepress best practices
• Understanding of military family life and cultural nuances that impact visual design
• Advanced organization and ability to manage multiple projects
• Effective communication and collaboration with virtual teams within and outside the company
• Technical production expertise in Adobe Creative tools, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign

Desired (but not required) experience:

• Web development, app development, video production
• Direct military family life experience

In addition to your personal contact information, you will need:

• one-page cover letter (PDF) highlighting why you are interested in this position, what makes Elva Resa a good fit for you, and why you are the best candidate for this job
• one-page resume (PDF) summarizing your applicable experience within the book publishing industry related to the position’s responsibilities and requirements
• one- to three-page portfolio summary (PDF) that includes:
  • 3 book covers (print, ebook, or audiobook) you designed from concept to production within the last 18 months
  • 3 images that display your interior book design skills
  • 3 images that showcase your experience designing print or digital marketing materials, websites, or catalogs
  • Optional: you may include a brief paragraph or bullet points for each example, pointing out skills or approach that set you apart from other professional design and production professionals

Company/organization: Elva Resa Publishing
Location: Minneapolis, MN

Exempt, salaried member of the leadership Core Team reporting directly to the Publisher.

As Elva Resa’s marketing expert responsible for customer conversion and loyalty, you will plan, execute, and manage our book marketing campaigns, bulk purchasing program, online store, and marketing materials. You are a champion for our customers and partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Book Marketing: Develop and execute book marketing campaigns for individual books and product portfolios. Manage digital marketing and advertising. Maintain effective metadata and marketing communications materials. Collaborate with trade distributor and manage the work of external marketing professionals as needed.
• Bulk Purchasing Program: Manage direct purchasing channel, focused on cultivating relationships with key military and education customers who purchase in case and bulk quantities.
• Military Family Books Store: Curate products from multiple publishers of interest to our military customers and partners. Manage online store and bulk catalog products, pricing, and promotion.

To succeed in this position your exceptional skills and experience will include:

• At least three years of hands-on book marketing for a publisher
• Customer-focused marketing vision
• Developing and executing effective book marketing campaigns and marketing communications materials, including digital marketing
• Customer relationship management best practices
• Understanding of military family life and key influencers in the military community
• Advanced organization and ability to manage multiple projects
• Effective communication and collaboration with virtual teams within and outside the company
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ecommerce and online content systems, and social media tools

Desired (but not required) experience:

• Subsidiary rights sales, strong relationships in military or education markets, online store management
• Direct military family life experience

In addition to your personal contact information, you will need:

• One-page cover letter (PDF) highlighting why you are interested in this position, what makes Elva Resa a good fit for you, and why you are the best candidate for this job
• One-page resume (PDF) summarizing your applicable experience within the book publishing industry related to the position’s responsibilities and requirements
• One- to three-page portfolio summary (PDF) that includes:
  • 3 examples of book marketing campaigns you implemented within the last 18 months; include your goals, approach, and results
  • 3 examples that demonstrate your experience with direct business-to-business marketing, channel development, ecommerce, government or education markets, or customer relationship management
  • Optional: you may include a brief paragraph or bullet points for each example, pointing out skills or approach that set you apart from other professional marketers

Company/organization: Elva Resa Publishing
Location: Minneapolis, MN

Exempt, salaried member of the leadership Core Team reporting directly to the Publisher.

As Elva Resa’s primary content curator responsible for books, publications, and communications, you will plan, acquire, write, edit, and manage content in a variety of formats about all aspects of military family life. You are a champion for our authors and readers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Book Editor: Acquire and edit books and manage the content lifecycle of the entire book portfolio. Serve as primary author liaison. Manage contract editors and proofreaders as needed.
• Publications Managing Editor: Plan and manage the editorial calendar and content delivery for Elva Resa’s online publications. Write monthly articles, enewsletters, and social media posts. Assign and edit freelance-written articles and manage freelance writers.
• Company Communications: Collaborate with core team to produce and maintain effective, brand-building communications. Manage the overall communications plan. Write news releases, catalog copy, and other communications as needed.

To succeed in this position your exceptional skills and experience will include:

• At least three years of hands-on book editing for a publisher
• Reader-focused editorial vision
• Strong writing and editing, developmental through proofreading
• Creating and applying house style guides and Chicago Manual of Style
• Understanding of military family life, military terminology, and cultural nuances that impact voice, meaning, and storytelling
• Advanced organization and ability to manage multiple projects
• Effective communication and collaboration with virtual teams within and outside the company
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe collaborative editing tools, website content systems, and social media tools

Desired (but not required) experience:

• Spanish language fluency, subsidiary rights, strong relationships in the military community
• Direct military family life experience

In addition to your personal contact information, you will need:

• one-page cover letter (PDF) highlighting why you are interested in this position, what makes Elva Resa a good fit for you, and why you are the best candidate for this job
• one-page resume (PDF) summarizing your applicable experience within the book publishing industry related to the position’s responsibilities and requirements
• one- to three-page portfolio summary (PDF) that includes:
  • 3 examples of projects that clearly demonstrate your editing skills and experience
  • 3 excerpts of articles you’ve written in the past 18 months, with links to full articles
  • Optional: you may include a brief paragraph or bullet points for each example, pointing out skills or approach that set you apart from other professional editors

Company/organization: Elva Resa Publishing
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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