Editorial Assistant - New York, United States - HarperCollins Publishers

HarperCollins Publishers

Verified Company

New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Overview:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Editorial Assistant to join the HarperOne Group The Editorial Assistant will provide administrative and editorial support on a variety of nonfiction titles including memoir, narrative nonfiction, social justice, essay collections, nature, science, personal development, spirituality, health and wellness.

This role is based in New York City and will require someone in commutable distance to come into the office as needed.

Responsibilities:

Maintains communication with authors and agents.
Writes jacket copy, flap copy, sales notes, and fact sheets.
Assists in acquisition process by performing research on sales numbers and competitive titles and evaluating book proposals.
Assists with editing manuscripts.
Transmits manuscripts and manages the publication process by liaising with other departments.
Performs administrative and editorial duties and assists in coordinating the publication process from manuscript to book.
Writes correspondence, memos, and completes internal forms; masters intranet programs.

Qualifications:

College degree or equivalent work experience
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
Excellent communication skills
Exceptional writing skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

In addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.