Editor (Recurring)

Job Posting Title:

Editor (Recurring)

Req ID:

10158263

Job Description:

About the Role

At Disney, storytelling is at the heart of everything we do. From beloved classics to today's most iconic franchises, Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) creates stories that inspire imagination, spark curiosity, and connect with readers around the world.

We are seeking an Editor to join the Disney Press editorial team. In this role, you will help develop and produce engaging print and digital publishing content across Disney's portfolio of world-renowned brands and franchises. You will collaborate with editors, writers, designers, licensors, and cross-functional partners to bring high-quality stories and products to life for readers of all ages.

The ideal candidate is an organized and detail-oriented editorial professional with a passion for storytelling, strong project management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced creative environment.

This is a part-time recurring role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs.

What You Will Do

• Lead the editorial development and production of global print publishing projects across Disney’s portfolio of franchises.

• Develop original story concepts and content strategies that align with franchises priorities, market opportunities, and audience needs.

• Manage a diverse portfolio of book content, overseeing projects through all phases of the publishing lifecycle, from concept development through final file delivery.

• Review manuscripts and layouts to ensure editorial excellence, accuracy, and consistency with franchise and brand standards.

• Coordinate approvals and feedback with internal stakeholders, licensors, authors, freelancers, and external publishing partners.

• Maintain project schedules, track milestones, and ensure deliverables are completed on time.

• Collaborate with creative, production, franchise, marketing, and legal teams to bring publishing programs to market.

• Contribute ideas that help strengthen content, improve workflows, and enhance the reader experience.

• Champion Disney's commitment to quality storytelling across all formats and audiences.

What You Bring

• Strong editorial skills, including developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, proofreading, and manuscript evaluation.

• Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with licensees, authors, agents, freelancers, and internal stakeholders.

• Outstanding organizational, project management, and prioritization skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.

• Polished written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear editorial direction and feedback.

• Proactive, results-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• 4+ years of editorial, publishing, media, or related content-development experience.

• Demonstrated experience independently managing publishing projects from concept through publication.

• Experience working directly with authors and cross-functional stakeholders such as art & design, production, and marketing.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and supporting publishing software.

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in children's publishing, licensed publishing, or entertainment content.

• Experience developing publishing concepts for pre-existing intellectual property.

• Familiarity with traditional publishing formats and workflows.

• A passion for books, storytelling, and the Disney portfolio of brands.

About Disney Publishing

Disney Publishing creates award-winning books, magazines, digital content, and educational products that bring the world's most beloved stories and characters to readers of all ages. Through innovation, creativity, and a commitment to quality storytelling, Disney Publishing connects audiences around the globe with unforgettable experiences and characters that inspire imagination.

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. 

The pay rate for this remote role is $100 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Publishing

Job Posting Primary Business:

Global Franchise Content & Creative (NA)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Pub-Creative Content

Employment Type:

Part time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Celebration, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-08-26