Commissioning Editor

2 days ago

Mumbai Maharashtra, India The Bombay Circle Press Full time

**Job Title: Commissioning Editor**
**Location**: Mumbai, India
**Employment Type**: Full-Time

**About Us**: At _The Bombay Circle Press_, we believe stories spark change. We are an independent publishing house committed to telling bold, diverse, and conversation-starting stories—both fiction and nonfiction. Our editorial vision champions fresh voices and brings powerful narratives to life with care, craft, and collaboration.

We’re looking for a **Commissioning Editor** to join our growing team and help shape the next generation of standout books from India and beyond.

**What You’ll Do**: As Commissioning Editor, you’ll be at the heart of our publishing program—identifying, acquiring, and shaping manuscripts that align with our editorial vision.

**Your core responsibilities will include**:

- **Scouting & Acquiring**: Identify exciting new voices and high-potential manuscripts in fiction and nonfiction. Build relationships with literary agents, authors, and writing communities.
- **Editorial Development**: Collaborate with authors on structural edits and creative development, ensuring manuscripts are publication-ready and resonate with our audience.
- **List Management**: Shape and curate your own publishing list, aligned with our brand values and seasonal publishing goals.
- **Strategic Collaboration**: Work closely with marketing, design, and production teams to position titles effectively and drive successful launches.
- **Industry Engagement**: Stay updated on market trends, bestselling genres, and global publishing developments to inform acquisitions and reader demand.

**Who You Are**:

- 3-5 years of editorial experience in trade publishing, preferably with a focus on acquiring and developing titles.
- Passionate about storytelling, with a keen eye for compelling writing and strong editorial instincts.
- Comfortable working across genres and formats, from commercial fiction to literary and creative nonfiction.
- Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset and an ability to guide authors with empathy and insight.
- Highly organized, deadline-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Enthusiastic about championing diverse voices and inclusive storytelling.

**Bonus if you**:

- Have a strong network in the Indian publishing and literary community.
- Have experience working with debut authors and developing them from the ground up.
- Are familiar with both traditional and digital publishing models.
- Are based in Mumbai

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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