Managing Editorial Assistant, G. P. Putnam's Sons

1 month ago


New York, New York, United States 2019 Full time

Managing Editorial Assistant, G. P. Putnam's Sons (Open to Remote)

Bookmaking at Penguin Random House seeks a Managing Editorial Assistant to join the team at G. P. Putnam's Sons, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group. The assistant's role is to provide administrative and project support for a Managing Editor and Executive Managing Editor on a wide-ranging list of commercial and literary fiction and nonfiction titles.

The Putnam imprint is home to an impressive list of bestselling action-adventure authors, including Tom Clancy, Clive Cussler, and C. J. Box. Putnam published the megahit Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. Also on its roster are romance and contemporary fiction authors Jill Santopolo, Sophie Cousens, Steven Rowley, Kiley Reid, and Alma Katsu. In addition to a wide range of fiction titles, Putnam proudly publishes dynamic nonfiction, including Capote's Women by Laurence Leamer, which inspired the 2024 FX show FEUD: Capote vs. The Swans. Also featured on the nonfiction side are renowned Exactly Right Media podcast host Kate Winkler Dawson and New York Times bestselling author Jancee Dunn, among others.

Daily responsibilities include all-around support in creating over 100 titles a year and helping maintain a significant backlist. Working together as a team, the Putnam Managing Editorial department tracks schedules for manuscripts, cover design, and marketing materials to ensure each manuscript becomes a finished book out in the world. Managing editors consider everyone's needs and negotiate to ensure a process works for everyone. This job is an exciting opportunity to get an overview of the publishing process and act as a point of contact with various departments across Putnam, including but not limited to art, editorial, production, design, and marketing.

The Managing Editorial Assistant should be highly motivated, superbly organized, and enthusiastic about bookmaking. We are looking for a detail-oriented, meticulous self-starter who is invested in the process of bringing books to a wide readership. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, communicates clearly, and will be an active participant in a collaborative team. Applicants should be prepared to manage a diverse set of responsibilities efficiently and effectively and be comfortable asking for help when needed.

Please apply using our ATS system by June 5, 2024, and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and look over our open-to-remote guidelines on our FAQs page.

The Role:

Routing jacket and cover materials to other departments for approval and tracking due dates Assisting with mass-market and trade paperback conversions Reviewing titles up for reprint and compiling lists of cover and text corrections needed Watermarking files for editorial, marketing, publicity, and others as requested Assisting with NetGalley schedules Maintaining data in SAP and the FileMaker Pro database as needed Providing general administrative support to the Managing Editorial department , backing up colleagues, and assisting with special projects as needed

The Essentials:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritize tasks, take initiative, and follow up with colleagues Exceptional proofreading skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and problem-solve creatively A team player with the ability to build relationships. A collaborative spirit is essential. Superb organizational and time management skills Outstanding ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment Solutions-focused when met with challenges and can comfortably adapt to changes and anticipate needs once familiar with the role of a Managing Editorial Assistant Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style a plus Familiarity with FileMaker Pro, InMotion, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and/or SAP a plus

The salary for this position is $48,000. Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: New York

City: New York

Postal Code: 10019

Job ID: 270905



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