SUMMARY:
The Editorial Assistant is responsible for providing editorial and administrative support to the VP, Editorial Director and Senior Editor with a focus on crime/mystery, literary fiction, history/journalism, music, current affairs, technology and business categories.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Write catalog, cover and promotional copy and preparing fact sheets
• Prepare contract requests and process payments
• Communicate with authors and agents about queries, payments, etc.
• Traffic editorial projects through Production, Copyediting, and Marketing, and secure appropriate approvals
• Enter title data into proprietary databases system and track data throughout publishing process
• Prepare cost specifications
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• Read and report on manuscripts, proposals and books submitted for publication
• Coordinate meetings and events, including Sales Conference and Trade Shows
• Perform administrative duties, including: photocopying, sorting mail, filing, directing/responding to phone calls, etc.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in literature
• An ability to attend to details and juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Solid computer skills, including MS Word, Excel and databases
• Polished communication skills & interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree in English preferred
• At least one year of professional experience within publishing industry.