8 Acquisitions Editor jobs in the United States

Our client, a distinguished publisher known for its discerning selection of literary and academic works, is searching for a highly experienced Senior Acquisitions Editor to join their team in **Chicago, Illinois, US**. This pivotal role involves identifying promising manuscripts, cultivating relationships with authors and agents, and making strategic decisions about the publishing list. The ideal candidate will possess a keen editorial eye, a deep understanding of the publishing market, and a proven ability to manage a successful acquisitions portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Scout for and evaluate submissions, identifying high-potential manuscripts in relevant genres or subject areas.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with authors, literary agents, and industry contacts.
• Make informed decisions on which projects to acquire, considering market trends, profitability, and editorial fit.
• Negotiate author contracts, working closely with the legal and business affairs departments.
• Provide editorial guidance and support to authors throughout the acquisition and pre-production process.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure the successful launch and promotion of acquired titles.
• Develop and manage an annual acquisitions budget and editorial plan.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, competitive landscapes, and emerging literary talent.
• Mentor and guide junior editors and editorial assistants.
• Represent the publishing house at literary events, conferences, and book fairs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Journalism, or a related humanities field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in book publishing acquisitions, with a demonstrated track record of acquiring successful titles.
• Exceptional editorial judgment, with a strong command of language, style, and narrative structure.
• Proven ability to identify market trends and select commercially viable and critically acclaimed projects.
• Experience in negotiating publishing contracts and rights.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A deep passion for books and a broad knowledge of contemporary literature and publishing.
• Experience with digital publishing trends and author platforms is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced editorial department.

This is a premier opportunity for a seasoned editor to significantly impact a respected publishing program. You will have the chance to shape the future of the list, champion new voices, and contribute to the enduring legacy of our client. The role requires a deep commitment to editorial excellence and a strategic vision for the publishing market.

Our client, a prestigious publishing house, is looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Acquisitions Editor, Fiction, to join their editorial team. This is a fully remote position, offering the unique opportunity to discover and cultivate compelling literary voices from anywhere across the country. The ideal candidate possesses a keen editorial eye, a deep understanding of the fiction market, and a proven ability to identify and develop commercially viable manuscripts. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our fiction list.

Responsibilities:

• Actively solicit and evaluate fiction submissions across various genres, identifying promising manuscripts for acquisition.
• Develop strong relationships with literary agents, authors, and industry professionals to source new talent.
• Conduct thorough manuscript evaluations, providing insightful editorial feedback and strategic recommendations.
• Negotiate and secure publishing rights and author contracts, working closely with the legal and business affairs departments.
• Collaborate with authors throughout the editorial process, from manuscript development to final publication.
• Work closely with marketing, sales, and publicity teams to develop effective launch strategies for acquired titles.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activities, and reader preferences in the fiction landscape.
• Contribute to editorial meetings, providing market insights and championing potential acquisitions.
• Manage a robust editorial pipeline and ensure timely delivery of manuscripts through the production process.
• Mentor junior editors and interns, sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative editorial environment.
• Represent the company at literary conferences and industry events (virtually or in-person as needed).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Journalism, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in editorial roles within the publishing industry, with a strong focus on fiction.
• Demonstrated success in acquiring and editing commercially successful fiction titles.
• Extensive knowledge of various fiction genres and market dynamics.
• Exceptional editorial judgment, including a strong command of grammar, style, and narrative structure.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience with author contracts.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in manuscript tracking software and standard office applications.
• A passion for books and a commitment to discovering and nurturing literary talent.

This is an exciting chance to be at the forefront of literary discovery and contribute significantly to a respected publishing house. If you have a passion for storytelling and a proven track record in fiction acquisition, we want to hear from you.

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
The Manager, Content Acquisitions role will support the UTEG Acquisitions team as it licenses content for NBCUniversal's streaming service Peacock and linear television networks NBC and Bravo. The role is responsible for identifying and evaluating content opportunities, helping negotiate content agreements, optimizing the performance of the portfolio, and managing relationships with both internal and external content suppliers. The ideal candidate is an analytical thinker who is detail-oriented, organized, and able to pivot at a moment's notice.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
+ Helping project manage content analyses and negotiations to ensure success throughout the deal lifecycle
+ Preparing offer templates and financial documents for content packages
+ Working closely with the Programming, Marketing, Content Operations, Finance, Strategy, and Legal teams to align on priorities, communicate deal terms, and implement agreements
+ Partnering with the Decision Sciences and other technology teams to develop content planning tools and reporting capabilities
+ Evaluating content performance to optimize the portfolio, informing future acquisitions and renewals
+ Identifying potential acquisitions via synopses, scripts, trailers, screeners, trade articles, and finished product
+ Screening series and films and providing feedback on potential fit for the portfolio
+ Preparing presentation materials for senior executives
Basic Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of experience in acquisitions, distribution, content strategy or programming and/or experience in financial analysis or research at a major media company
+ Exceptional proficiency in Excel
+ Strong PowerPoint skills
+ Experience with database management
+ Thrives in a fast-paced environment and consistently delivers high-quality work
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, communicating with clarity
+ Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to become an integral part of the team
+ Passionate about television and film, and able to evaluate content through an objective and strategic lens
Desired Characteristics:
+ Relationships with third-party studios and production companies is a plus
Additional Requirements:
+ Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $85,000-95,000(bonus eligible)
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to

**Company Summary**
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
**Department Summary**
Our programming team draws on a variety of communication and networking expertise to connect DISH TV and Sling TV with partners across the world. We build upon our relationships with collaborators and negotiate high-level contracts and work with content creators to drive creative solutions for our business and brand.
**Job Duties and Responsibilities**
DISH is seeking a strategic and analytically-minded Senior Programming Content Acquisition Specialist to join our Locals Programming Team. This group leads negotiations and partnerships with local broadcast affiliates (e.g., ABC, Sinclair) and plays a critical role in shaping DISH's content acquisition strategy across both DISH TV and Sling TV platforms.
As a Senior Specialist, you'll take on ownership of deal preparation, contract analysis, and cross-functional coordination. You'll work closely with legal, finance, marketing, and executive stakeholders, helping drive negotiations and business decisions that impact our millions of subscribers.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the preparation and analysis of local broadcast content deals and renewals, including rights evaluation and financial modeling
+ Collaborate with legal teams to interpret and summarize key contract terms, identify risks, and support compliance tracking
+ Present data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to internal leadership to inform negotiation positions and programming decisions
+ Monitor ratings, market trends, and affiliate developments to proactively identify new business opportunities and support long-term strategy
+ Build and maintain complex financial models and scenario planning tools to support executive decision-making
+ Support and occasionally lead discussions with external broadcast partners during the negotiation process
**Skills, Experience and Requirements**
**Education and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Media, Communications, Finance, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, JD) is a plus
+ 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred, ideally in content acquisition, business strategy, corporate development, finance, or media
+ Experience in or strong interest in the pay-TV, broadcast, or streaming industries
**Skills and Qualifications:**
+ Advanced Data/Spreadsheet skills (modeling, forecasting, and sensitivity analysis); strong presentation capabilities (e.g. Microsoft, Google, etc.)
+ Familiarity with interpreting contractual language and working alongside legal counsel
+ Self-starter with a strategic mindset and strong analytical skills
+ Clear communicator capable of working across teams and presenting to senior leaders
+ Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
+ Collaborative, resourceful, and curious-willing to dive into complex issues and propose thoughtful solutions
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Relocation assistance available
**_Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person on-site interview._**
**Salary Ranges**
Compensation: $63,150.00/Year - $90,000.00/Year
**Benefits**
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law.
At EchoStar, you have the right to request reasonable accommodations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact This contact information is for accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.

Description
MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Employer: AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC
Offered Position: Content Acquisition Mgr III
Job Location: Seattle, Washington
Job Number: AMZ
Position Responsibilities:
Take the lead to identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage strategic partnership deals that support strategic objectives. Serve as a key member of the Content Acquisition team in defining and delivering the strategy around content acquisition, new business models, promotional programs, and growing readership around the world. Develop business and product requirements, prioritize needs, and manage milestones with input from key stakeholders. Establish and execute against selection, operational, and business metrics. Deliver results by working with key internal stakeholders (e.g. product management, legal, marketing, and other Content Acquisition teams around the world). Prepare and give business reviews to the senior management of Amazon and publishers. Identify opportunities for innovation and automation. Leverage data analysis to research difficult or ambiguous problems, leading cross-disciplinary teams to drive recommendations to senior leadership. Develop and execute against P&L while understanding business trends that impact the bottom line.
Position Requirements:
Master's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Operations or a related field and one year of experience in the job offered, as a digital content manager, product manager, or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Operations or a related field and five years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered, as a digital content manager, product manager, or a related occupation. Must have one year of experience in the following skills: (1) analyzing and reacting to emerging trends in the marketplace; (2) working with SQL and other reporting technologies and methods; (3) executing deals and partnerships; and (4) engaging with and influencing senior level executives.
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.
40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $150,550/ year to $196,700/year.
Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, visit:
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
Master's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Operations or a related field and one year of experience in the job offered, as a digital content manager, product manager, or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Operations or a related field and five years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered, as a digital content manager, product manager, or a related occupation. Must have one year of experience in the following skills: (1) analyzing and reacting to emerging trends in the marketplace; (2) working with SQL and other reporting technologies and methods; (3) executing deals and partnerships; and (4) engaging with and influencing senior level executives.#000
Preferred Qualifications
Please see job description and the position requirements above.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.
**Job Summary**
Responsible for providing, under general supervision, professional support services to attorneys in the form of preparing legal and business communications and performing administrative work. Completes specifically assigned projects with the supervision of applicable attorneys. Works with moderate guidance in own area of knowledge.
**Job Description**
**Core Responsibilities**
+ Tracks and maintains files and assists in preparation and filing of reports for legal management.
+ Manages calendars and scheduling requests; coordinates and maintains appointments and meetings; books conference rooms.
+ Schedules recuring meetings and sets reminders for deadlines (including employee reviews, CLE requirements, etc).
+ Monitor industry and company relevant notices and events (e.g., HQ announcements, investor calls).
+ Processes travel & expenses reporting and reimbursement requests.
+ Assists with processing and managing tech support and service requests; monitors equipment (updates, replacements).
+ Provides general administrative support for document management and filing.
+ Organizes, maintains, tracks and handles incoming and outgoing legal correspondence.
+ Provides guidance with Company's legal submission process.
+ Answers and screens phone calls.
+ Types, edits and proofs legal documents.
+ Books travel arrangements/reservations.
+ Participates as team member in weekly meetings, team building events.
+ Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
+ Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
**Employees at all levels are expected to:**
+ Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
+ Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
+ Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
+ Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
+ Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
+ Drive results and growth.
+ Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
+ Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.
**Disclaimer:**
+ This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
**Skills:**
Office Administration; Relationship Management; Time Management; Scheduling; Organizing
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary ( on our careers site for more details.
**Education**
High School Diploma / GED
**Relevant Work Experience**
2-5 Years
**Job Family Group:** Legal

Description
Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers more of what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon.com continues to grow and evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform. Amazon's evolution from Web site to e-commerce partner to development platform is driven by the spirit of innovation that is part of the company's DNA. The world's brightest technology minds come to Amazon.com to research and develop technology that improves the lives of shoppers and sellers around the world.
Amazon.in is seeking an experienced, dynamic, data-driven content acquisition resource based in Chennai. The role will have responsibility for creating, managing and expanding our content provider network and relationships. The individual in this role will have deep understanding of their content market, drive relationships with producers and content owners/aggregators, with the mission of improving customer experience by delivering comprehensive content selection and superior customer experience to our Amazon customers. This role will also involve negotiating license agreements and secure great content selection for Amazon. It's a mix of strategy and execution.
Key job responsibilities
The role's responsibilities include:
- Develop and enhance Amazon Prime's content selection strategy for feature films across Tamil language driven by data analysis, customer preferences and market dynamics. The role requires fluency in Tamil language.
- Identify content opportunities and develop partnerships with producers, studios, content owners/aggregators and TV broadcasters.
- Negotiate licensing agreements with content providers to secure high demand content for the service.
- Benchmark content and create a strategy / tactical plan to bridge the content gap.
- Build and manage relationships with heads of studios, creators and producers
- Focus on understanding content gaps, customer needs and their preferences; seek feedback and invent new delightful experiences on their behalf.
- Work closely with colleagues in other departments and locations to support existing and new services and product offerings.
- Analyze the market segment conditions and challenges to mitigate against risks and enable opportunities.
- Dive deep and analyze customer viewership data, internal and external bench-marking and other forms of secondary research. Analyze metrics/results to drive improvements in content acquisitions strategy.
- Develop and document acquisition plans, financial metrics and goals for senior management.
- Work with other teams to present content to our customers, be the strongest internal voice of our customers.
- Drive continuous improvement in all operational aspects of Amazon's relationship with its content suppliers
A day in the life
- Negotiating license agreements to secure content selection.
- Identifying & reviewing content licensing opportunities driven by data analysis, customer preferences and market dynamics.
- Developing & reviewing plans, performance, financial metrics and goals.
- Identifying opportunities to streamline, automate and scale processes.
- Working with other teams to onboard and present content to our customers.
Basic Qualifications
- 6+ years experience in content acquisition or sync licensing
- Strong interest and knowledge about South Regional movies & TV
- Excellent relationship management, communication and organizational skills
- Excellent data analysis and quantitative skills
- Ability to adapt to a quickly changing, fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google docs and sheets
- Experience with Excel or Tableau (data manipulation, macros, charts and pivot tables)
Preferred Qualifications
- 7+ years experience in content strategy, licensing or acquisition working with a customer-facing media company
- Proven ability to negotiate complex license or business development agreements
- Existing strong working relationships with local content providers and aggregators
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.