Editorial Assistant - Women's Fiction, Romance & Mystery Books, Berkley (Open To Remote)

Employer: Berkley, an imprint at Penguin Random House

Join our team at Berkley, an imprint at Penguin Random House, and gain valuable experience in the publishing industry. As an Editorial Assistant, you will provide administrative and editorial support to an Executive Editor, working with a diverse range of commercial fiction, with a focus on women's fiction and romance. This position offers growth opportunities and the chance to learn about the editorial process and the inner workings of a publishing office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track the production process from finished manuscript to bound book, including managing copyedited manuscripts, pages, galley copies, cover copies, and cover mechanicals.
• Manage campaigns for endorsement quotes on various titles, including trafficking mailings and revision approvals. Draft pitch letters.
• Write promotional copy for supervisor's approval, including TIs, online retail copy, and package copy. Maintain metadata for all editor's titles.
• Prepare and route P&Ls and contract information sheets for acquisitions.
• Evaluate manuscripts with supervisors and write reader reports. Begin training in editorial development of manuscripts.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, meet deadlines, and take initiative to problem-solve creatively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for timely follow-up over email and phone.
• Excellent writing skills, particularly in writing promotional copy.
• Passion for reading and a strong interest in women's fiction and romance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong prioritization skills, and excellent organizational abilities.

Additional Information

• Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.
• The salary for this position is $48,000.
• Penguin Random House is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Please apply by August 18, 2023, at 11:59 pm EDT with a cover letter and résumé.

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