Senior Developmental Editor -Bloom Books

About the position Responsibilities • Collaborate directly with authors to elevate their storytelling, ensuring manuscripts are compelling, emotionally resonant, and perfectly paced for their audience. • Develop deep, ongoing relationships with authors and agents to help them refine their craft and position their books for long-term success. • Stay ahead of market trends, understanding what makes romance and YA fiction thrive in an ever-evolving industry. • Guide authors through the revision process, offering insightful, constructive feedback on structure, character development, emotional depth, and voice. • Work across both adult and YA fiction, focusing on romance-driven narratives that engage and grow passionate fan bases. • Partner with the Editorial Director and other team members to shape the creative direction of the Bloom Books and Bloom YA lists. • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and publicity to ensure books are positioned for maximum impact. Requirements • 7+ years of editorial experience, with a strong focus on deep developmental editing in commercial fiction (romance and/or YA preferred). • A passion for romance fiction and an understanding of what makes stories emotionally compelling and commercially successful. • A keen editorial eye for structure, pacing, dialogue, and character arcs, with the ability to guide authors through revisions while respecting their creative voice. • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills—you'll be working closely with agents and authors to bring out the best in their work. • A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to juggle multiple projects while meeting deadlines. • Adaptability and innovation—Bloom Books takes a non-traditional approach to publishing, and we customize our process for each author's needs. Benefits • Medical/Prescription drug insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account • Health Savings Account • 401(k) • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance • Life/AD&D Insurance • Generous paid time off Apply tot his job