- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
About Us
Callisto is a Tech-Media company that leverages billions of data points to discover what people are looking for and then create compelling content experiences that can transform lives. We apply this technology to the publishing space and have become the 5th largest non-fiction publisher in the world. Over time, it is our ambition to bring this predictive demand tech to other content markets to revolutionize how content is originated and created. We are unique because our foundation and focus are on the consumer– from mainstream populations to groups that traditional companies believe are too small or economically unfeasible to address.
Editor Role - New Formats
We are looking for ambitious Editors to join our Editorial Production team to own and lead the development of various book projects in our data-driven creative process.
Ideal candidates have editorial publishing expertise and have successfully partnered with authors, editors, designers and freelancers to create distinctive new content. This role is for Editors who are ready to take on new challenges, are interested in innovating how book publishing works, and enjoy working in collaborative, adaptive, high-energy creative environments.
The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the development of high-quality content to bring joy to our customers.
What You'll Do
Own, lead and manage editorial book content development, including writing, editing and copyediting.
Manage and guide multiple book development projects aligned with strategy and specifications, market positioning, and target customer audiences.
Collaborate cross-organizationally with strategy, design, art and production to inform content development strategy and visual direction.
Own and maintain exceptional content development quality ensuring compliance to standards and policies.
Define content creative briefs and assign freelancers to develop content.
Partner with and support authors and freelance creatives in the development of book content.
Partner with art and design to inform strategic visual direction.
What You'll Bring to the Role
4 years of editorial experience in book, magazine or digital media publishing.
Exceptional writing and editing skills; knowledge of Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary and The Chicago Manual of Style.
Experience and interest in working in a customer-focused mission-driven adaptive environment.
An impressive understanding of content development, along with editorial and marketing factors that enable books to succeed.
Experience developing high-performing nonfiction titles on time and within budget.
Proficient project management skills, including experience managing freelancers and working on a high volume of projects.
Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and execute independently so you can deliver on tight deadlines.
Impeccable interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work collaboratively
Highly motivated and ultra-organized.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Flourish at Callisto
At Callisto, you’re surrounded by smart, open-minded, critical thinkers in a hypergrowth environment with significant challenges every day. You’re part of a group that’s united by a single transformative idea: make the world better.
We believe everyone has a superpower in a universe of unique talent. Diversity is how we unleash people’s talent and superpowers. Callisto recognizes an obligation to foster a safe and inclusive workplace where talent can grow and be recognized for their individuality and contributions. We strive to provide opportunities for skills development and growth based on contributions, accomplishments, and the embodiment of core values.
Join us! Where data drives our decisions. Where we’re entrepreneurial and focused. Where we put our customers first. Where culture matters. Where idea-loving, impact-making, life-improving, never-stopping disruptors work. And play.
Vaccination is a condition of employment unless there is a legally protected reason for accommodation, in accordance with Callisto Media’s duty to provide a workplace free of known hazards and safeguard our employees, their families, the community at large.
Benefits and Wellness
- 100% company-paid health, dental and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible Time Off
- Generous parental leave
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee referral program
Get Growing
- Trailblazing company growing +100% each year—the perfect place to jumpstart your career
- Opportunities for professional enrichment and growth
- Competitive salaries and equity compensation, including 401K plan
Diversity & Inclusion
Corporate Diversity Ethos
Diversity is the engine that drives everything we do! Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEI&B) is who we are, why we connect, and how we learn. We intend to ensure DEI&B is woven into the fabric of everything we do. We believe that an intentional focus on DEI&B activates the authenticity of our people, activating their innate superpowers and making way for innovation and creativity. Simply put, our goal is to create, build, and sustain a safe space where our people can be themselves and create from a place of authenticity.
Employee-led Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DIB) Affinity Group Mission
Our mission is to cultivate an engaged and inclusive culture within the community of Callisto employees and our larger Callisto universe, including our readers, contributors, and geographic regions. To achieve this mission, we focus on educating individuals and influencing those who develop Callisto’s policies. In doing so, we aim to attract and retain a diverse staff who can accurately and appropriately serve a diverse range of needs through our products and feel supported in their work.