Commissioning Editor: Illustrated Books
This year Laurence King is celebrating twenty-five years of independent book publishing in the creative arts. We are looking for a dynamic and inspired Commissioning Editor to help us continue our success and expand into new areas of illustrated publishing.
This is a key position and the successful candidate will have a proven track record in originating their own ideas and commissioning commercially successful illustrated books, with at least four years’ commissioning experience and an impressive contacts book. Qualities required include strong commercial instincts and a talent for spotting – and inventing – popular trends, along with excellent budgeting and negotiation skills. Applicants should be effective communicators with the ability to build relationships with authors and colleagues and work as part of a small team. A developed visual sense and an eye for outstanding illustration is essential.
Previous publishing experience and/or an interest in all aspects of visual culture, particularly adult colouring, illustration and street art, would be an advantage.
Please write with full CV, current salary and references to:
Jo Lightfoot
Editorial Director
Laurence King Publishing Ltd
4th Floor, 361-373 City Road
London EC1V 1LR
or email jo@laurenceking.com
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