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Content Editor

Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
Concord, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2025
Concord, MA 01742, USA Req #490

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Content Editor to manage and refine language learning content in the Pimsleur mobile and web apps across a diverse range of languages. This role involves working with audio scripts, metadata, and structured learning materials that integrate English with over 50 foreign languages. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with multilingual content in a digital production environment.

For more information on our Pimsleur business please visit our Pimsleur website. Pimsleur

Key Responsibilities

Content Development & Editing

  • Commission, edit, and refine digital and audio learning materials, ensuring instructional effectiveness, cultural appropriateness, and grammatical accuracy.
  • Work with scripts that contain a combination of English and foreign languages, ensuring linguistic accuracy and adherence to brand style guidelines.
  • Collaborate with linguists, translators, and voice actors to develop engaging, high-quality learning experiences.
  • Manage metadata and digital asset creation to ensure accurate integration within the app.
  • Manage multiple content projects from inception to launch, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including language consultants, graphic designers, studio, and production personnel to ensure seamless implementation.
  • Analyze content engagement metrics and optimize lessons over time.

What You Bring

Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in English, Education or related field.
  • 3 years experience in content editing, project management, or curriculum development in a language learning, educational, or digital content environment.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and with strong editorial skills and attention to detail, especially in handling multilingual content.
  • High level of comfort with digital technology - proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace Tools, and familiarity with digital tools like Trello, Jira, and Airtable.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in at least one foreign language in addition to English is a plus.
  • Experience in audio or script-based content production a plus.

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

Other details

  • Job Family Editorial
  • Job Function Content / Editorial / Publishing
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Employment Indicator Regular
  • Min Hiring Rate $75,000.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $85,000.00

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