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Position: Acquisitions Editor, Chosen Books Reports to: Chosen Editorial Director Department: Editorial Position Type: Regular Full-Time, Exempt Location: Baker Publishing Group- Ada, MI/ Bloomington, MN/ Remote About this position: Baker Publishing Group is seeking an Acquisitions Editor for the Chosen Books division. The ideal candidate will have an established track record of relationships within the Pentecostal/Charismatic streams of the church. The candidate will have a track record of strategically acquiring trade books that recognize the gifts and active ministry of the Holy Spirit. Specific categories of expertise desired include: prayer, intercession, spiritual warfare, prophecy, deliverance, healing and miracles, dreams, vision and God encounters, revival and reformation, Israel, the Middle East, and End Times prophecy and events. Essential activities include initiating and maintaining relationships with authors and literary agents, evaluating and presenting book proposals, completing substantive edits of manuscripts, generating new book concepts, and working collaboratively with editorial, marketing, and sales colleagues for maximum effectiveness. The person in this position will report to the Chosen Books Editorial Director and will be responsible for acquiring 18 high-quality projects per year that drive financial results. This position works with a team based in Bloomington, MN but may be fully remote, with periodic travel to Minnesota and the corporate office in Michigan required, in addition to acquisitions-related travel. Qualifications: Strong knowledge in biblical and charismatic theology Experience in charismatic practice and experience More than 3 years of book publishing, developmental editing, and acquisitions experience An established, diverse network of charismatic leaders and authors and agent contacts in relevant categories and a proven ability to network effectively Strong knowledge of the charismatic market and book industry; general Christian market knowledge a plus Negotiation skills and a knowledge of publishing contracts and P&Ls Proven ability to identify successful publishing projects that advance our mission and financial goals Strong interpersonal communication skills, superior written and verbal communication skills, collaborative work ethic Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Proven ability to identify and assess the potential success of publishing ideas Ability to access proposals and manuscripts and make recommendations for improvement Self-starter with the ability to prioritize , manage schedules, handle multiple tasks, set and meet personal goals, and meet deadlines Compensation and Benefits: Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a full-time position, benefits include health, dental, group life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, 401(k), and others. Baker Publishing Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a company that believes in the inherent diversity reflected in the kingdom of God, Baker Book House Company is committed to the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in the books we publish, in our community of employees, and in the way we conduct ourselves in our workplace and in the marketplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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