Apr 18

Job: Editor – VIZ Media (California, USA)

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Position: Editor
Posted by: VIZ Media
Location: San Francisco, California
Contract: Full-time

Thanks to JET alumna, Jennifer Sherman (Mie-ken, 2012-2016) for passing along two new positions for editors with VIZ Media: 

VIZ Media is looking to add two Editors to our publishing department – come join a team of dedicated storytellers and artists and help bring your favorite manga to the English-speaking market!

As an Editor at VIZ Media, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of print and digital publications, collaborate with talented creative colleagues, and even propose series for acquisition. 

What you’ll do:

• Manage all editorial duties involved in the graphic novel, simultaneous serializations, and trade book production process for both print and digital formats, including: editing manuscripts, proofreading page and cover proofs, checking bluelines, and reviewing digital editions to ensure quality and consistency
• Oversee freelance translators, rewriters, and letterers for the production of graphic novels, simultaneous serializations, and trade books
• Work with our Publishing Licensing department to address licensor requirements and concerns and to secure approval for publication projects
• Collaborate with in-house Designers and freelance designers on the timely and high-quality creation of cover and miscellaneous text layout for graphic novels and tradebooks
• Write cover text, catalog copy, and other related marketing and sales materials
• Check promotional copy in items such as sell sheets, samplers, and other marketing materials to make sure they are consistent with the facts and spirit of the title
• Work with Production staff to determine production specifications and with senior Publishing staff to conduct cost analysis and stay within the title budget
• Research and propose potential publishing acquisitions
• Represent and advocate titles placed under your responsibility
• Provide supporting editorial and informational services for other departments, including Digital Publishing, Sales, Marketing, and Animation

The ideal candidate has:

• 2-4 years of experience in delivering high quality editorial services related to book publication, graphic novels, video games and/or trade books
• Knowledge about book publishing, comics, manga, or anime
• Experience writing and editing high-quality copy and maintaining continuity in projects
• The ability to balance creative judgements with business requirements
• Strong skill with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent project and deadline management skills
• A Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, Comparative Literature, Communications, or related field or equivalent experience

Additional Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience in the publishing industry
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign and Photoshop)
• Working knowledge of the Japanese language (a plus, not a must)

Work Environment & Schedule

The Editor must be local to the San Francisco Bay Area. VIZ Media operates on a hybrid schedule, and the Editor should expect to work onsite at our Downtown San Francisco office 1-2 times per week. 

This is a Regular Full-Time position with flexibility in working hours outside of our core hours of 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. The Editor may need to work late or on weekends or be on call for occasional urgent issues. There may be some required travel for this position to attend conventions or trade shows.

Who We Are:

VIZ Media has been bringing the finest in manga, anime, and global entertainment to English-speaking fans across the world for 35 years. From classic series like Dragon Ball, Sailor Moon, and Naruto to current hits like Demon Slayer, One-Punch Man, and My Hero Academia, we continue to offer the best in action, romance, fantasy, and adventure stories for fans of all ages.

We offer our employees a variety of benefits and perks including:

• Hybrid Work Model – you’ll work some days in the office and some remotely with a stipend to help cover your commuting costs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Disability and Life Insurance, and FSA Plans
• 8 Weeks of Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous time off policies including volunteer days and birthday holidays
• Free gym membership + wellness stipend
• Work from Home stipend

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please follow this link – http://app.jobvite.com/m?3LrVlmwj.