Job Description
Senior Managing Editor, Square Enix (Open to Remote)

Penguin Random House Publishing Services is seeking a Senior Managing Editor to join our team servicing our client Square Enix, home to award-winning and bestselling series such as My Dress-Up Darling and Soul Eater, and the Final Fantasy franchise. The successful candidate will have exceptional project management skills, including the ability to keep a score of titles at various stages of the editorial process organized and in motion, and a strong communication toolbox to ensure editors and freelancers achieve production schedule milestones. 

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Drafts, tracks, and manages seasonal publishing schedules. 
  • Sets and enforces editorial production deadlines, working closely with both in-house staff and freelancers. 
  • Enters and maintains key metadata for all titles in PRH databases and runs weekly production meetings. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

 
Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:

  • At least 7 years of managing editorial experience or project management experience in publishing
  • Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to build relationships with a professional demeanor, be a reliable point of contact, and manage the tasks of others
  • Proficiency at Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
  • Familiarity with FileMaker, SAP, InDesign and/or other publishing project management software preferred
  • Passion for manga/anime, comics, and/or Japanese culture is a plus

The salary for this position is $76,500.00. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.   

 

Applications for this role will be accepted through January 9, 2026 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

 

 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.


Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.


Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

 

Company: Penguin Random House LLC | Job ID: 285094