Penguin Random House · 16 hours ago
Editorial Assistant, Dutton (Hybrid)
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$51K/yr - $51K/yr
1+ years expPenguin Random House is a leading publisher seeking an Editorial Assistant for its Dutton imprint. The role involves providing editorial and administrative support to the Publisher and Editorial Director, coordinating the book production process, and assisting with various tasks related to publishing.
AudiobooksBooksE-CommerceEBooksPrintingPublishing
Responsibilities
Communicating between authors, literary agents, and internal departments to coordinate and track the book production process from finished manuscript to bound book (including trafficking of copyedited manuscript, pages, galley copy, cover copy, and cover mechanicals). Staying on top of all deadlines
Writing promotional copy including title information sheets, online retail copy, and package copy for supervisors’ approval. Also responsible for maintaining metadata and keywords for all editor(s) titles
Providing general administrative support by scheduling meetings, prepping for department meetings, managing expense reports, archiving, maintaining hard copy and electronic files, etc
Preparing and routing P&Ls and contract information sheets for acquisitions
Evaluating submissions and manuscripts in conjunction with supervisors
Begin training in editorial development of manuscripts in conjunction with the editorial team
Qualification
Required
At least one year of full-time publishing experience
An avid reader of fiction and nonfiction
Exceptional attention to detail, the ability to prioritize, and strong follow-up skills
Strong communication skills, both verbal & written, with timely follow-up over email and phone
A team player with the ability to build internal & external relationships with departments, authors, and other stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaboratively and meet deadlines
A proactive problem-solver who suggests solutions when met with challenges and can comfortably adapt to changes and anticipate needs
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Google Drive, Adobe, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent writing skills, especially in writing promotional copy
Preferred
Experience tutoring, teaching, preceptoring, or mentoring is a plus
Benefits
Medical/Prescription drug insurance
Dental
Vision
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
Company
Penguin Random House
Penguin Random House is a book publishing company that provides audiobooks, eBooks, and printing services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Manuel Sansigre
Deputy Chief Financial Officer and EVP, Head of M&A
Brian Redler
SVP, Chief Information Security Officer
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