Audio Publisher - London, United Kingdom - Simon & Schuster

Simon & Schuster

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Simon & Schuster UK is one of the leading general book publishing companies in the UK and was named Publisher of the Year at the British Book Awards in 2022 and 2023.

They also won Children's Publisher of the Year in 2023.

Based in London with sister companies in the United States, Canada, Australia and India, the UK division has four imprints:

Gallery, Scribner, Simon & Schuster; and Simon & Schuster Children's Books, which publish a wide and eclectic mix of authors ranging across commercial fiction, literary fiction, general non-fiction, and children's publications.

Home to bestselling authors and award winners, Simon & Schuster UK is a publishing house of quality writing and a proud home to its authors and their exceptional work.

It also runs a sales and distribution service for a number of independent and international publishers including Andrews McMeel, Black Library, Boom Studios, Elliott & Thompson, Inner Traditions, Rebellion and VIZ Media.

Simon & Schuster International is dedicated to publishing a broad and diverse range of books for everyone, representative of the world around us.

They are committed to working with and supporting writers, illustrators, and other creative partners from all walks of life, regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, nationality, religion or belief, age, social or economic circumstance.

Job Profile

As an Audio Publisher, you will be at the forefront of our efforts to transform written works into captivating audio productions.

Leveraging your deep understanding of the book industry, you will collaborate with authors, agents, and publishers to acquire rights for audiobook adaptations, oversee production processes, and ensure the highest standards of quality and authenticity are met.

This role requires a blend of creativity, business acumen, and a love for storytelling.

You will need to use your experience and passion to help us rapidly expand our audio catalogue and reach new audiences.

Job Role
You will be key in setting the Audio strategy, achieve our budget, and deliver on growth ambitions. You will be able to identify and acquire rights for audiobook adaptations and originals, including negotiating terms and contracts with authors, agents, and publishers

Collaboration with authors and narrators to ensure the faithful adaptation of written works into compelling audio experiences is key as is building and maintaining strong relationships with authors, agents, and publishing partners.

Oversee the production process from start to finish.
You will be focused and forward-thinking, understanding changes and developing trends in the marketplace, with a working knowledge ofthe book industry and a strong understanding of genres, trends, and market dynamics

You will have a creative vision and a passion for storytelling, showing a keen eye for identifying works with strong audio adaptation potential.

You will have exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with a track record for building and maintaining relationships with authors, agents, and publishersStrong project management skills, with a track record for overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment are required.

Location:
London

Apply:
Closing date: Monday 2nd April 2024

Simon & Schuster UK is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Simon & Schuster UK, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do.

From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all.

Simon & Schuster UK is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity and gender expression.