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Fiction Editorial Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Publisher

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

We are committed to publishing serious non-fiction and partnering with authors whose authority ... editorial decision making * Roll out OUP journal policies across the portfolio * Assist with ...

$100 - $125/hr

We are committed to publishing serious non-fiction and partnering with authors whose authority ... editorial decision making * Roll out OUP journal policies across the portfolio * Assist with ...

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

... * Assist Senior Editor with select acquired or co-acquired titles, taking responsibility for editorial feedback and coordinating transmittal and production process; oversee certain backlist titles ...

Associate Editor

Austin, TX · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

... * Assist Senior Editor with select acquired or co-acquired titles, taking responsibility for editorial feedback and coordinating transmittal and production process; oversee certain backlist titles ...

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

... * Assist Senior Editor with select acquired or co-acquired titles, taking responsibility for editorial feedback and coordinating transmittal and production process; oversee certain backlist titles ...

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

... * Assist Senior Editor with select acquired or co-acquired titles, taking responsibility for editorial feedback and coordinating transmittal and production process; oversee certain backlist titles ...

We are committed to publishing serious non-fiction and partnering with authors whose authority ... editorial decision making Roll out OUP journal policies across the portfolio Assist with ...

... editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and ... Budgeting * Assist in the preparation of the budget and rolling forecasts, ensuring accuracy ...

... commercial fiction, nonfiction, mystery, and lifestyle books. Duties include: * Publicizing ... Collaborating with key in-house departments, including Marketing, Sales, Editorial, and Subsidiary ...

Senior Publicity Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

... commercial fiction, nonfiction, mystery, and lifestyle books. Duties include: * Publicizing ... Collaborating with key in-house departments, including Marketing, Sales, Editorial, and Subsidiary ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for fiction editorial assistant in the United States is $50,294.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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[WEBTOON] Editor

El Segundo, CA • On-site

WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (Wattpad & WEBTOON Family of Brands)

$75K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

WEBTOON Entertainment is a leading global entertainment company and home to some of the world's largest storytelling platforms. As the global leader and pioneer of the mobile webcomic format, WEBTOON Entertainment has transformed comics and visual storytelling for fans and creators.
With its CANVAS UGC platform empowering anyone to become a creator, and a growing roster of superstar WEBTOON Originals creators and series, WEBTOON Entertainment's passionate fandoms are the new face of pop culture. WEBTOON Entertainment adaptations are available on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Crunchyroll, and other screens around the world, and the company's content partners include The Walt Disney Company, HYBE, and DC Comics, among many others.
We're seeking a strategic and experienced Editor to take a key leadership role in shaping the creative and commercial success of WEBTOON Originals. This position requires a strong editorial vision, deep understanding of the webcomic medium, and the ability to identify and develop high-potential stories.
A successful Editor will be a strategic force and creative leader, consistently improving title performance through sophisticated editorial input, identifying and nurturing creators with breakout potential, and strengthening scalable editorial frameworks. You will contribute to a diverse and commercially strong Originals slate and demonstrate the leadership, collaboration, and creative problem-solving skills needed to elevate the entire Content organization.
Our Editors are responsible not only for managing a slate of titles but also for elevating overall editorial standards, mentoring assistant editors, and contributing to strategic content initiatives across the US Content division.
Key Responsibilities
Title Development & Editorial Leadership
  • Oversee and manage a slate of WEBTOON Original series, guiding them from pitch to launch and through ongoing production.
  • Provide targeted editorial direction focusing on:
    • Strong early-chapter momentum (fast-burn pacing).
    • Consistent chapter-level stickiness (hooks, cliffhangers).
    • Long-term story structure, character arcs, and audience retention.
  • Develop and maintain editorial best-practice frameworks, including evolving Bibles based on platform data, audience insights, and emerging trends.
  • Identify content risks early and propose actionable solutions to maximize title performance.

Creator Collaboration & Relationship Management
  • Work closely with creators to provide high-impact, actionable feedback with sensitivity and professionalism.
  • Support creators in building sustainable production systems, including buffer management, workflow planning, and long-term pacing strategy.
  • Champion the creator experience while balancing the platform's editorial and business goals.

Sourcing & Portfolio Strategy
  • Continuously source for unique, diverse, and commercially promising stories that align with WEBTOON's strategic goals.
  • Review pitches and conduct thorough evaluations using creative judgment plus data-informed analysis.
  • Partner with the Content Strategy team to identify gaps, explore new genres, and evaluate opportunities for flagship-potential titles.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Align editorial decisions with broader platform goals and corporate strategy.
  • Work closely with:
  • Content Strategy (data insights, sourcing strategy).
  • Marketing/GM (launch planning, FP strategy, growth opportunities).
  • Content Ops (hiatus planning, creator care).

Qualifications
Required
  • 3+ years of editorial experience in webcomics fields (or similar digital narrative formats).
  • Strong understanding of vertical-scroll storytelling, pacing, and audience behavior.
  • Demonstrated ability to guide creators and deliver high-quality editorial feedback.
  • Exceptional communication, project management, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to interpret performance data and incorporate insights into editorial strategy.
  • Passion for WEBTOON, manga, manhwa, genre fiction, and digital storytelling.

Preferred
  • Experience managing high-performing or breakout titles.
  • Familiarity with content production pipelines and creator workflows.
  • Understanding of platform-driven content businesses and monetization models (e.g., Fast Pass, ad-revenue, premium).
  • Cross-team collaboration experience in a fast-paced environment.
  • Korean or Japanese language familiarity is a plus but not required.

Salary Range and Description
$75,000 - $95,000 / annual salary
Please note, the above range is listed in USD.
$75,000 - $95,000 a year
What we offer (For Full-Time Only):
* Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
* Health benefits, including vision and dental!
* Generous PTO and Parental Leave Top-up
* 401K Contributions
* Commuter Benefits
* Global WEBTOON and LINE FRIENDS discount program
* Winter break shutdown and a whole lot more!
With approximately 155 million monthly active users, WEBTOON Entertainment's IP & Creator Ecosystem of aligned brands and platforms include WEBTOON, Wattpad--the world's leading webnovel platform--WEBTOON Productions, Studio N, Studio LICO, WEBTOON Unscrolled, LINE MANGA, and eBookJapan, among others.
Join us and work with some of the biggest artists, IP, and fandoms in comics!
#WEBTOON
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.