Zen Ventures is seeking an experienced Literary Representative / Publishing Agent to represent our books and intellectual property and close publishing deals with major publishers.
Responsibilities
• Represent and pitch Zen Ventures books to publishers and acquiring editors.
• Develop publisher relationships and manage submissions.
• Negotiate advances, royalties, rights, and publishing agreements.
• Identify new publishing and licensing opportunities.
Requirements
• Proven experience as a literary agent or publishing representative.
• Track record of successfully closing publishing deals.
• Active relationships and direct connections with publishers and acquiring editors.
• Strong negotiation, pitching, and deal-making skills.
• Existing network across major publishers and/or independent imprints.
We are looking for someone who can say:
“I know the editors. I know what they are buying. I know who to send this to, how to position it, and how to get the deal done.”
Compensation: Performance/deal-based, with significant upside for successful placements.
Ideal candidate: A connected publishing professional who can open doors, get books in front of decision-makers, and close deals.
Particularly strong candidates will have relationships with major publishers and imprints, including organizations such as:
• Penguin Random House
• HarperCollins
• Simon & Schuster
• Hachette Book Group
• Macmillan
• Wiley
• Scholastic
• Chronicle Books
• Other major independent publishers and specialty imprints
Experience with business, technology, entrepreneurship, strategy, AI, science, innovation, popular nonfiction, thought leadership, or cultural/creative IP is strongly preferred.
Pay: $53,028.91 - $63,862.77 per year
Work Location: Remote
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