Editorial Assistant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Provide support to a team of seven editors engaged in creating board books, storybooks, leveled readers, chapter books, and activity books that are centered on prominent licensed properties.

• Organize and schedule meetings.

• Maintain and update publishing lists.

• Draft title information sheets and web content.

• Develop and monitor P&Ls (Profit and Loss statements).

• Secure approvals from licensors.

• Order copies of books from authors and licensors.

• Collaborate with editors and licensors to generate new book and series concepts.

• Aid the editorial team in the development of manuscripts and books.

• Create presentation decks for licensors and sales conferences.

• Showcase individual titles and book series during sales conferences.

• Manage sensitive materials that are under embargo.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English.

• A strong interest in and enthusiasm for licensed book publishing.

• Capability to handle multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines.

• Exceptional organizational abilities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Keen attention to detail and effective follow-up skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Must be able to work on projects with tight deadlines.

🏝️ 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.

• Comprehensive benefits program.