Senior Editor

Title: Senior Editor

Location: New York United States

Work Type: Hybrid, Full Time

Job Description:

Hearst Books is looking for a versatile and creative Senior Editor to shape and develop a slate of lifestyle trade books under Hearst's trusted brands. This role blends editorial expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, bringing to life books that inspire, inform, and engage readers across a wide range of audiences.You'll be part of an innovative and collaborative publishing team that extends Hearst's storytelling legacy into lifestyle books for adults and kids. From concept to publication, you'll champion projects that balance editorial craft, brand identity, and audience connection-helping every book resonate both creatively and commercially.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines' portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.-including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper's BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics-inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world-and together, we are shaping what's next.

Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do)

• Generate ideas for compelling book concepts and book-a-zines that connect with Hearst audiences and expand brand impact.
• Develop and publish approximately 10 lifestyle books annually across categories such as food, home, wellness, fashion, and children's.
• Oversee the editorial process-from acquisition through final production-including editing manuscripts, guiding authors, and collaborating with designers.
• Partner across teams (art directors, marketers, brand stakeholders) to bring projects to life in fresh and innovative ways.
• Manage schedules and priorities to deliver high-quality books on time and aligned with audience needs.
• This role is currently based in the NYC office at least 3 days a week. No remote option.

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)

• Experienced in book development and editing (typically 5+ years in trade publishing or related fields, but equivalent experience considered).
• Skilled at shaping and editing illustrated or visually driven books.
• Strong communicator with exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Highly organized and able to juggle multiple projects with ease.
• A creative thinker and problem solver who thrives at the intersection of editorial craft, business strategy, and audience engagement.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and entrepreneurial-with a passion for connecting readers to stories that matter.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Be part of a team that values creativity, innovation, and inclusivity in publishing.
• Opportunity to amplify iconic Hearst brands through meaningful book projects.
• Work in a supportive and flexible environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated.
• Access to professional growth and development opportunities across Hearst's global network.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary for this role is between $74,000 - $89,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.