Editor, Amazon Books Editorial

Amazon • New York, New York State, United States • $102.20k - $178.10k / year • 1w ago

DESCRIPTION

Join the Amazon Books Editorial team and help customers discover great books. The Books Editorial curates the Best Books program (Best Books of the Month, Best Books of the Year/So Far), publishes the Amazon Book Review, works closely with authors and publishers to highlight their books to customers, and works across Amazon teams to connect customers with their next great read.

This editor position will be responsible for reading and reviewing for the Best Books program and creating content (written reviews, interviews, etc) for the Amazon Book Review and elsewhere on Amazon. As part of the Editorial team, they will help develop strategic initiatives and own the content strategy for the Amazon Book Review, applying project management skills to lead and develop best in class content for customers. Leveraging innovative thinking, this editor will develop improved mechanisms for content creation, planning, experimentation, and reporting. They will regularly engage with the publishing industry as a spokesperson and representative of Amazon. In particular, this editor will have a deep knowledge, expertise, and a proven track record of success for identifying and promoting Mystery, Thriller, Suspense and Science Fiction and Fantasy books. This role requires a passion for reading, books and celebrating the authors and the written word as well as strong writing skills, attention to detail, thinking big, bias for action, spokesperson experience, and strategic thinking. This role combines traditional curatorial expertise with modern digital engagement and project management skills. Requirements: 10+ years’ experience in the publishing industry; spokesperson experience.

Key job responsibilities

Evaluate and select works across Mystery, Thriller, and Suspense
Develop content strategy and oversee publication of the Amazon Book Review
Monitor market trends and emerging sub-genres
Create engaging content for digital and social experiences
Collaborate with marketing team on promotion strategies
Maintain relationships with publishers and literary agents

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

10+ years experience in the publishing industry
Significant content strategy experience
Extensive knowledge of MTS, including classical works and contemporary trends
Exceptional writing and editorial skills
Demonstrated analytical and trend forecasting abilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Social media expertise
Experience creating content for literary audiences
Understanding of online fan communities and engagement strategies
Content creation skills (video, graphics, writing)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $102,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $178,100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.