Senior Editor - Fiction
RemoteFull-timeSenior55,000 - 75000
Posted 6 March 2026
About the Role
Ritera Publishing is seeking an experienced Senior Editor to join our growing fiction team. You'll work directly with authors to develop manuscripts, provide substantive editing, and ensure our books meet the highest publishing standards.
As a Senior Editor, you'll be instrumental in discovering new voices and helping authors craft compelling stories that resonate with readers worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Provide developmental and line editing for fiction manuscripts
- Work collaboratively with authors through multiple revision rounds
- Evaluate manuscript submissions and provide detailed feedback
- Maintain editorial calendar and meet publication deadlines
- Mentor junior editors and contribute to team development
- Stay current with fiction market trends and reader preferences
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional editing experience in fiction publishing
- Strong knowledge of narrative structure, character development, and pacing
- Excellent communication skills and ability to provide constructive feedback
- Experience with Chicago Manual of Style
- Bachelor's degree in English, Creative Writing, or related field
- Portfolio of published works you've edited
Skills
- Line editing and copyediting
- Developmental editing
- Project management
- Author relationship management
- Microsoft Word track changes
- Knowledge of multiple fiction genres
Ready to Apply?
Send your CV and a short cover letter to hr@riterapublishing.
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