Book Editor/Project Manager

Arootah LLC
Role: Book Editor/Project Manager
Location: NYC Metro
Who We Are:
Arootah is an early-stage Hedge Fund and Family Office Advisory and Executive/Leadership Coaching firm focused on driving peak performance for both the teams and individuals. Founded by Rich Bello, the co-founder and COO of Blue Ridge Capital, Rich's aim is to leverage his experience working with top Hedge Fund Executives to achieve peak performance.
Arootah services include:

• Providing expert advisors in key operational areas to emerging/established Investment firms
• Coaching direct-to-consumer (executive and career coaching)
• Advising clients with Capital Introduction and Raising for Emerging Managers
• Investing in a portfolio of public and private companies that make a positive impact
• Building SaaS applications for both enterprise and consumer use
• Providing Talent Acquisition and Development services to the financial industry

What we are looking for:
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Book Editor / Project Manager to join our coaching and advisory firm. This individual will play a critical role in managing the editorial process for our series of books, ensuring high-quality content that meets our standards and vision. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, expertise in content structuring, and the ability to maintain a consistent voice and tone across publications. With a dynamic team to lead and multiple projects to oversee, this role requires strong leadership, process management skills, and proficiency in editing software. Experience working with AI-generated content is also highly valued as we strive to innovate and improve our offerings.
Key Responsibilities

• Review and edit manuscripts with an extremely detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency, with no mistakes
• Maintain a consistent voice and tone throughout all series of books, ensuring coherence and brand alignment
• Demonstrate expertise in structuring content, organizing topics and subtopics efficiently without redundancy
• Lead and manage a dynamic team comprising writers, subject matter experts, editors, proofreaders, and other relevant personnel, ensuring collaboration and high-quality outputs
• Oversee the development of various Seminars and Masterclasses built around the book concepts
• Oversee the integration of AI-generated content, ensuring it meets editorial standards and enhances the overall value of our publications
• Utilize proficiency in editing software (e.g., Grammarly) to streamline the editing process and maintain high editorial standards
• Employ strong process management skills to oversee multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance.
• Ensure all content is fact-checked and references are verified to uphold the credibility and accuracy of publications.
• Coordinate with marketing team for the promotion and sales of the series of books.
• Monitor and adapt to industry trends, incorporating new editing technologies and methodologies to improve workflow and product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in book editing, publishing, or a related editorial role.
• An in-depth understanding of the publishing process, from manuscript drafting to book marketing and distribution.
• Strong process and project management skills, with the ability to manage editorial and content teams and multiple projects simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.
• Expertise in editing software and tools, such as Grammarly, and familiarity with AI-generated content.
• Strong knowledge of content structuring, editorial standards, and publishing workflows.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing error-free content.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback and foster positive working relationships with authors and team members

Perks W ith Us:

• Work for a well-funded disruptor in the finance, leadership, and technology space.
• C ulture of inspired continuous improvement in all areas of business and life.
• Autonomy in your work.
• The ability to work remote (though we expect this person to be based in the NYC Metro area).
• The estimated base salary for this role is $75,000 - $100,000 with additional incentives including bonus and equity.
• Competitive benefits including 401k with a match, Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.