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Simon & Schuster

Production Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

... bound book, working closely with Production, Managing Editorial, Editorial, Design, and Ebook ... Engage and manage freelance copyeditors/proofreaders/indexers; ensure adherence to house style ...

Sourcebooks

Senior Production Editor

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Partner with the Freelance Resource Manager to secure and oversee editorial vendors while ... book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more!

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Sourcebooks LLC

Senior Production Editor

Naperville, IL · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Partner with the Freelance Resource Manager to secure and oversee editorial vendors while ... book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more!

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Sage

Acquisitions Editor

Collaborate with the content development team and freelancers to set strategy on market research ... Qualifications : Required : • At least 3-4 years of book acquisition, content development ...

Hachette Book Group

Senior Cartographer

Oakland, CA

$65K - $68K/yr

... department, and book editors to produce maps for print travel guides. You will use Adobe ... Organize and prepare map projects for junior employees and freelancers. * Cross-Departmental ...

Hachette Book Group

Senior Cartographer

Oakland, CA

$65K - $68K/yr

... department, and book editors to produce maps for print travel guides. You will use Adobe ... Organize and prepare map projects for junior employees and freelancers. * Cross-Departmental ...

Cheddar

Freelance Multimedia Journalist

Washington, DC · On-site

$75 - $100/hr

Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and error-free copy ... Book and conduct interviews of your own sources and on-camera guests * Utilize advanced video ...

Hachette Book Group

Senior Cartographer

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

... department, and book editors to produce maps for print travel guides. You will use Adobe ... Organize and prepare map projects for junior employees and freelancers. * Cross-Departmental ...

Cheddar

Freelance Multimedia Journalist

Washington, DC · On-site

$75 - $100/hr

Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and error-free copy ... Book and conduct interviews of your own sources and on-camera guests * Utilize advanced video ...

Collider

Movie List Writer

... games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment. As a worldwide leader, Collider ... Able to maintain a contracted freelance schedule. * Reporting to various Editors and implementing ...

Collider

Movies & TV Features Writer

... games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment. As a worldwide leader, Collider ... Able to maintain a contracted freelance schedule. * Reporting to various Editors and implementing ...

Collider

TV List Writer

... games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment. As a worldwide leader, Collider ... Able to maintain a contracted freelance schedule. * Reporting to various Editors and implementing ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance comic book editor in the United States is $64,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Comic Book Editor vs Freelance Comic Book Writer?

AspectFreelance Comic Book EditorFreelance Comic Book Writer
CredentialsEditing experience, industry knowledgeWriting skills, storytelling ability
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with writers and artists, remote or studioCreates scripts, often remote
Employer UsageComic publishers, independent creatorsPublishers, independent creators
Search & Comparison IntentEditing, proofreading, story developmentStorytelling, scripting, character creation

In summary, a Freelance Comic Book Editor focuses on refining and overseeing comic book stories, ensuring consistency and quality, while a Freelance Comic Book Writer creates original scripts and narratives. Both roles require strong industry knowledge but differ in their core responsibilities and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Comic Book Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,031 per year, or $30.8 per hour.

Production Editor

Simon & Schuster

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Simon & Schuster rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 19 rated publishing

Job description

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
The Production Editor will manage titles-including originals, format conversions, and reissues-through the production process from manuscript to bound book, working closely with Production, Managing Editorial, Editorial, Design, and Ebook Development to ensure titles are produced accurately.
Production editors in the Gallery group work on a range of titles across multiple genres-including fiction, pop culture, lifestyle, and contemporary politics-from a wide array of perspectives.
Duties include:
  • Manage the full text-production cycle for 18-24 new titles annually (varies by list); copyedit, proof, collate, and route pages through pass stages (1st to Final).
  • Engage and manage freelance copyeditors/proofreaders/indexers; ensure adherence to house style guidelines and schedule.
  • Maintain style sheets, using CMS 18 and Merriam-Webster standards; resolve queries with editors and authors.
  • Collaborate with design and desktop departments on typesetting quality (widows/orphans, ladders, hyphenation, tables, figures, callouts).
  • Track milestones in the title management system; proactively flag risk, negotiate timelines, and coordinate scheduling across departments.
  • Apply and check page and cover corrections in PDFs; perform rigorous quality checks on final files for print.
  • Prepare indexes (copyediting/coding/proofreading via vendor or in-house coordination), front/back matter, and reprint/correction cycles; log AAs and maintain clean records.

Required skills:
  • 3+ years in book production, copyediting, or closely related publishing role (or 1-2 years plus strong internship track record).
  • Expert command of grammar, punctuation, and style; ability to explain edits clearly and tactfully.
  • Fluency with Microsoft Word (Track Changes), Adobe Acrobat (PDF markup), and project trackers (e.g., Firebrand, Workfront).
  • Calm, organized, and solution-oriented; meticulous attention to detail under deadline pressure; must know how to work well with others.
  • Mac literate

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

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