We’re looking for an Editorial Assistant to join our publishing team. You’ll provide administrative and editorial support to multiple imprints, working closely with editorial directors and senior editors.
Our imprints publish children’s books across multiple formats—from picture books and board books to graphic novels, middle grade, and young adult titles. We focus on creating engaging stories that celebrate diverse voices and bring beloved characters to life. You’ll work alongside passionate editors committed to bringing many different stories and perspectives into the world.
What You’ll Do
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Provide administrative and editorial support, including coordinating meetings, managing title data, processing scheduling requests, and handling expense reports
- Manage deadlines and schedules, completing assigned tasks on time and anticipating routine team needs
- Under supervision, offer editorial feedback on projects in development and help prepare materials for acquisitions, including research, creating financial projections, and drafting contract paperwork
- Maintain and update author files, review contracts and records, and assist with contractual payments
- Draft copy for individual titles, including promotional materials and product descriptions; update existing copy and generate metadata
- Review production stages of books, maintaining team communication and meeting deadlines
- Attend departmental and small-group meetings; contribute ideas and research to development efforts; take notes and maintain project records
- Manage social media accounts with engaging posts, reels, and stories
Skills and Background Needed
Skills/background needed:
- College degree or 1+ year equivalent work experience
- Prior relevant work experience (such as bookselling, publishing internships, or related coursework)
- A genuine passion for children’s books and understanding of the publishing business
- Strong ability to collaborate in small teams and across departments
- Proven ability to prioritize and multi-task under pressure; highly organized, detail-oriented, and resilient
- Self-motivated problem-solver with excellent written and spoken communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and presentation software
- Basic knowledge of social media platforms, particularly Instagram
The Role
Contract length: Full time, permanent
Rate: Competitive entry-level pay, details shared upon application.
Location: Open to applicants worldwide.
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including physical health coverage, retirement and savings options, caregiving support, emotional wellbeing resources, transportation benefits, and other flexible benefits you can select to fit your personal situation.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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