Editorial Assistant, Dial Books for Young Readers (Open to Remote)
About the position
Responsibilities
• Provide administrative and clerical support to supervisors and occasional support to the imprint overall
• Assist with daily editorial activities, including proposal/manuscript screening and project follow-up
• Track and maintain grid of agented submissions
• Read and evaluate manuscripts, suggesting cuts or revisions and writing reader reports
• Write jacket and catalog copy, Title Information sheets, and traffic books through all stages of production
• Draft P&Ls, generate Contract Information Sheets, review contract drafts and request payments
• Apply for cataloging numbers through the Library of Congress
• Attend IT trainings and act as a point person for new intracompany systems
• Attend and contribute ideas at editorial meetings
• Read review journals and competition titles to be aware of trends and competitor's lists
• Provide clerical support, including trafficking forms and other paperwork; filing; handling correspondence; mailing, expense reports, managing calendars, etc.
• Proofread and copyedit as needed
• Keep up to date regarding promotion, publicity, and review status of books
Requirements
• Passionate about and interested in learning more about children's publishing
• Some office or internship experience (previous publishing industry experience is not required)
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills
• Self-starter with strong multitasking and organizational skills
• Creative and proactive team player
Benefits
• Medical/Prescription drug insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 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
Apply Now
Apply Now
Responsibilities
• Provide administrative and clerical support to supervisors and occasional support to the imprint overall
• Assist with daily editorial activities, including proposal/manuscript screening and project follow-up
• Track and maintain grid of agented submissions
• Read and evaluate manuscripts, suggesting cuts or revisions and writing reader reports
• Write jacket and catalog copy, Title Information sheets, and traffic books through all stages of production
• Draft P&Ls, generate Contract Information Sheets, review contract drafts and request payments
• Apply for cataloging numbers through the Library of Congress
• Attend IT trainings and act as a point person for new intracompany systems
• Attend and contribute ideas at editorial meetings
• Read review journals and competition titles to be aware of trends and competitor's lists
• Provide clerical support, including trafficking forms and other paperwork; filing; handling correspondence; mailing, expense reports, managing calendars, etc.
• Proofread and copyedit as needed
• Keep up to date regarding promotion, publicity, and review status of books
Requirements
• Passionate about and interested in learning more about children's publishing
• Some office or internship experience (previous publishing industry experience is not required)
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills
• Self-starter with strong multitasking and organizational skills
• Creative and proactive team player
Benefits
• Medical/Prescription drug insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 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
Apply Now
Apply Now