Editorial Assistant, Running Press

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia, United States Hachette Book Group Full time

SUMMARY:Running Press, an imprint of Perseus Books, a Hachette Book Group company, is a leading publisher of illustrated books, stationery, and mini kits in the categories of Body, Mind & Spirit, Gift & Popular Culture, Food & Drink, Entertainment, Lifestyle, and Licensed Publishing. We are seeking an Editorial Assistant to support our Publisher, Editorial Directors, and editorial department. This is an entry-level role, but one with opportunities for learning and growth. 

 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Interact professionally with authors and literary agents, as well as internal departments within Running Press and HBG, including design, publicity, marketing, production, and sales. Prepare materials for and traffic editorial projects through all stages of the editorial process from acquisition through finished book.Enter title data into proprietary database systems and maintain data throughout publishing process.Draft and circulate contract forms, process payments, and place and track shipping requests.Draft descriptive copy and fact sheets that will be used to explain books to the sales and marketing departments, as well as consumers.Attend and take notes for editorial meetings, and attend marketing and sales meetings as required.Review book proposals from literary agents and authors and discuss with editorial team.Research book sales using internal and external databases.Participate in brainstorming meetings and share ideas for books and related products.Perform administrative and office-related duties, including: scheduling, photocopying, handling mail, distributing packages, coordinating with building management, filing, directing/responding to inquiries, ordering office supplies, maintaining book archives, miscellaneous research projects, etc.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

The successful candidate will:   

Have a college degreeBe passionate about books and related productsBe open minded and curious Be passionate about the creative process and sharing ideasPossess excellent verbal and written communications skillsBe highly organized, capable of multi-tasking, and detail orientedBe able to work effectively with colleagues at every level of seniorityBe self-directed and able to work independentlyDemonstrate imagination, creativity, and original thinkingBe comfortable using email, calendar management, and file management toolsBe familiar with Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel or other similar tools     

This position will be based in Philadelphia and will support colleagues in HBG’s Philadelphia and New York offices.

 

How to Apply: To be considered, please submit both a resume AND a cover letter. We ask for a cover letter so that we can understand how your skills or experience can apply to our open role.      As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.        Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.     The compensation for this position is $47,500. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location — talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.     The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. 

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