Editor (Audiobooks)
Who we are
BookBub is one of the fastest-growing consumer tech startups in Boston (and we’re profitable). Millions of readers use BookBub every day to find great books, and our service empowers thousands of leading publishers and authors to drive sales and find new fans. We’re expanding our team to address the challenges and opportunities of the publishing industry while continuing to help readers find books and authors they’ll love. Learn more about what to expect working at BookBub.
About the position
Passionate about audiobooks? We’re seeking a savvy wordsmith and creative thinker to work on our new audiobook deals product. You’re hardworking and entrepreneurial, and you will curate, organize, and edit content for our fast-growing audiobook site, Chirp (chirpbooks.com).
Please note that this position is based out of our office in Cambridge, MA and is not remote.
Here’s an example of what someone can expect to accomplish in their first year in the position:
- Proofread and copy edit daily ad copy for Chirp
- Successfully write and edit blurbs according to Chirp’s brand voice
- Assess and curate deal submissions, making data-driven decisions based on internal data and industry research
- Curate the Deal of the Week feature on the Chirp website
- Sort and categorize submissions from our author and publisher partners
- Assist with other Chirp projects as needed
Ideal candidates for this position will have:
- Enthusiasm for audiobooks
- Familiarity with a wide range of book genres and categories, and comfort with picking up work around books they are unfamiliar with
- Excellent copy editing and proofreading skills
- Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines
- Outstanding professional written and verbal communication skills
- Enthusiasm for working collaboratively; ability to work cross-functionally with other teams
- Demonstrated interest in analytics and consumer-facing technology a plus
- Excitement for a fast-paced, rapidly changing startup environment where work can occasionally get chaotic and be required at off-hours
Benefits
BookBub offers competitive benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401k, generous paid parental leave, and take-what-you-need paid time off.
Your interview experience
Our goal is to create an environment where you can interview at your best. If we can provide any assistance or accommodations during your time with us, please let us know at [email protected]. All requests are treated as privately as possible and have no impact on candidate eligibility.
BookBub strives to be an inclusive workplace and we value learning from different perspectives. We seek to foster an environment filled with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.