Director of NYU Press

The Director provides overall leadership for NYU Press's publishing program. The Director will provide strategic direction, manage daily operations, cultivate relationships both within NYU and externally, and ensure that the Press's publications and activities align with the NYU's academic mission and goals.

Founded in 1916, NYU Press aspires to transform the intellectual and cultural landscape by publishing works of outstanding scholarship that resonate within and beyond the walls of the academy. NYU Press is a humanities and social science publisher with award-winning lists in 9 core subject areas: American Studies, Anthropology, Criminology, History, Law, Media Studies, Politics, Religion and Sociology, and is also the publisher of the Library of Arabic Literature, a major, grant-funded translation project, and Washington Mews Books, a regional trade imprint.

With a staff of 26, the Press publishes 115 new books each year, with annual revenue of approximately $5.5 million. NYU Press provides distribution and marketing services to Monthly Review Press, New Village Press, University of Regina Press, Wits University Press and University of Guam Press, and the Director manages the literary properties of the Erich Maria Remarque Estate on behalf of the University.

Reporting to the Dean of NYU's Division of Libraries, the Director must be an energetic and innovative leader in publishing, who is able to maintain the Press's high editorial and production standards, enhance its financial strength, market and promote the Press's publications domestically and internationally, and advance the Press's open-access and accessibility initiatives. The position is based in the Press offices in NYC and relocation assistance is available to the winning candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and implement a strategic vision and long-term plan for the Press in alignment with NYU's academic objectives.
• Lead efforts to enhance the Press's reputation, visibility, and impact within the academic community and beyond.
• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in scholarly publishing and devise proactive strategies to address them.
• Meet regularly with members of NYU's senior leadership team, Provost and Vice Provosts, Deans, Department Chairs, senior finance officials, and key faculty.
2. Operations Management:
• Oversee all aspects of the Press's operations, including acquisitions, editorial processes, production, marketing, and distribution.
• Ensure efficient workflow processes, quality control, and adherence to publishing standards and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
3. Editorial Excellence:
• Maintain high editorial standards and ensure the Press publishes scholarly works of exceptional quality and relevance.
• Provide guidance and support to the acquisitions team in identifying, evaluating, and selecting manuscripts for publication.
• Foster relationships with authors, editors, and reviewers to cultivate a vibrant publishing community.
4. Financial Management:
• Develop and manage the Press's budget, revenue projections, and financial resources effectively.
• Explore diverse revenue streams, including grants, sponsorships, and partnerships, to support the press's sustainability and growth.
• Monitor financial performance and implement strategies to optimize profitability while fulfilling the Press's academic mission.
5. Marketing and Outreach:
• Develop comprehensive marketing and outreach strategies to promote the Press's publications and brand.
• Collaborate with marketing professionals to execute effective campaigns, expand readership, and engage diverse audiences.
• Cultivate relationships with libraries, bookstores, academic institutions, and other stakeholders to enhance distribution and visibility.
6. Team Leadership and Development:
• Provide visionary leadership, mentorship, and support to a diverse team of publishing professionals.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture that values creativity, integrity, and scholarly excellence.
• Identify opportunities for professional development and training to empower staff members and enhance organizational capacity.

7. Represent the interests of the Press in the American Association of University Presses (AAUP), the Association of American Publishers (AAP), and other professional publishing associations.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in publishing, academic scholarship, business acumen, and leadership skills.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $185,000 to USD $235,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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NOTE: New York University has retained Jack Farrell & Associates (www.jackfarrell.com) to find the winning candidate for this important position. Interested candidates should provide a resume by email to Mike Bennett (mike@jackfarrell.com). In addition, candidates should provide a 2-page cover letter that addresses the following: 1) why am I interested?; 2) how am I qualified?; and 3) what might the NYU Press look like in several years under my stewardship? Thank you. JO 202404025