Assistant Managing Editor

3 weeks ago


New York, United States Harry N Abrams Inc Full time

**About us**

Founded in 1949, ABRAMS was the first company in the United States to specialize in publishing art and illustrated books. The company continues to publish critically acclaimed and bestselling works in the areas of art, photography, cooking, craft, comics, interior and garden design, entertainment, fashion, and popular culture as well as narrative non-fiction and new works of fiction for adults; children’s books ranging from middle grade to young adult fiction to picture books to board books. ABRAMS creates and distributes brilliantly designed books with the highest production values under the following imprints: Abrams; Abrams ComicArts; Megascope; Surely Books; Abrams Image; Abrams Press; The Overlook Press; Cernunnos; Cameron + Company; Abrams Books for Young Readers; Amulet Books; Abrams Appleseed; and Magic Cat. ABRAMS also distributes books for Booth-Clibborn Editions, Bungie, Alain Ducasse Édition, Èditions de La Martiniére, Editions BPI, Global Golf Group, Lucky Spool, Milky Way Picture Books, The Museum of Modern Art, SelfMadeHero, Tate Publishing, V&A Publishing, and The Vendome Press.

**Position Overview**:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Assistant Managing Editor to join our dynamic team to produce an annual list of high-quality illustrated books, graphic novels/manga, and novels.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist in managing the editorial workflow throughout the preproduction process, including tracking manuscripts, coordinating with teams, and maintaining publication schedules.
- Review manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, and style consistency, ensuring adherence to the company's editorial guidelines and standards.
- Verify the accuracy of information, citations, and references in manuscripts to uphold the integrity of our publications.
- Conduct thorough reviews of layouts, proofs, and galley copies to identify and address any errors or discrepancies before final publication.
- Hire, manage, and evaluate freelance copy editors, proofreaders, and indexers.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Publishing, or related field.
- 2 years’ experience in book publishing, preferably managing editor or production editor.
- Strong copyediting, proofreading, and fact-checking skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in industry-standard publishing software (e.g., hard copy and electronically, using Track Changes in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat markup tools) and solid knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- A passion for literature and a keen eye for detail.

**Benefits**:
Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Please submit your resume and cover letter.

**45k - annually**

This role is based in New York, NY with a 3-day-per-week in office, hybrid work schedule.



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