Learning Editor, Publishing

Job Summary:

Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge of pedagogy, curriculum development and instructional design to product development and review, across multiple media formats.
• Apply knowledge of language arts, mathematics, science, social studies and social-emotional learning best practices to product development and review, across multiple media formats.

• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of franchise strategy across the company.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of franchise, character, world, and voice.
• Manage relationships and secure franchise approvals as needed.

• Provide curriculum and editorial direction on domestic and global licensee submissions, ensuring quality, accuracy, appropriateness, fulfillment of learning objectives, and proper inclusion of Disney franchises.

• Participate in ideating, brainstorming and creating proof-of-concept for new content.
• Manage development process for green-lit projects.

• Drive growth of Disney Learning by collaborating with licensees, external content developers, Art, Design, and Franchises to guide creation of compelling learning content for appropriate age and development levels.

• Establish and enforce editorial and branding guidelines for learning licensees

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in teaching or educational publishing
• Additional experience in subject-area teaching and/or creating subject-specific learning materials
• Knowledge of Disney family of franchises
• Understanding of copyediting skills
• Knowledge of publishing process and both digital and print publishing formats
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, manage resources across multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines
• Highly motivated, productive, and detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational skills
• Patience and flexibility, and the ability to collaborative creatively with external and internal partners

• Experience with licensed publishing

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience