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Editorial Assistant, Grand Central Publishing

2 months ago


New York, United States Hachette Book Group Full time

SUMMARY:

An Editorial Assistant opening at a new Grand Central Publishing imprint responsible for providing editorial and administrative support to the Publisher.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

 

Write catalog, cover and promotional copy and preparing fact sheets.Read and report on manuscripts, proposals and books submitted for publication.Prepare contract requests and process payments.Communicate with authors and agents about queries, payments, sales information, 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 pre-acquisition materials, including profit-and-loss statements.Draft rejection letters for materials submitted for publication.Coordinate meetings and events.Contribute to imprint-related social media.Perform administrative duties, including: photocopying, sorting mail, filing, directing/responding to phone calls, etc.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Prior publishing, media, or other relevant editorial experience including internships preferredExcellent writing skills, and the aptitude to communicate effectively in both individual and group settings regardless of audience.Strong organization/administrative ability and meticulous attention to detail.Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in an array of fiction and narrative non-fictionSolid computer skills, particularly Excel and databases.Ability to anticipate tasks and take initiative to solve problems while taking ownership of situations as needed. Capacity to manage multiple (and often competing) deadlines.

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.