Assistant Editor - Comics

Job Description

The Job

WarnerMedia seeks an Assistant Editor for the Editorial-DC Comics department.

The Daily
• Assists Editors with development and production of DC Comics, licensed comics, digital comics, media tie-ins, and custom projects.
• Interacts with freelancers and various departments to ensure that the projects are moving through the appropriate departments as scheduled.
• Ensures that tip sheets, cover copy, catalog copy, and other relevant materials are created and distributed on time.
• Assists in administrative duties: vouchers, trafficking of art, copies, mailing, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The Essentials
• 1-2 years' work experience required
• Online or print editorial experience preferred
• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge of comic book industry strongly preferred.
• Copyediting and proofreading skills preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines required.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with managers and other levels of personnel.
• Must have the ability to pay close attention to details.
• Must have the ability to organize.
• Must have the ability to work well under time constraints.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Must have the ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple project elements simultaneously.
• Knowledge of core comic book mythologies and terminology.
• Knowledge of art, ability to discuss composition, color, and design required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in MS Office/outlook or Mac equivalent.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, primarily Photoshop.

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