Assistant Editor
About The Position
HarperCollins Christian Publishing is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and detail-oriented Assistant Editor for its Renew division. Renew refreshes proven content from respected Christian authors and brands, repositioning timeless messages for new readers and contemporary needs. The Assistant Editor supports experienced editors and publishing professionals in developing trade books, devotionals, children’s books, Bible engagement resources, gift books, and special editions. The role includes researching publishing opportunities, coordinating editorial projects, and supporting work across the publishing process. It is a hybrid position based out of the Nashville office. The Assistant Editor supports editorial development and author relations; coordinates schedules, records, communications, and administrative processes; and contributes research and editorial development support. The role offers an opportunity to build professional publishing skills and contribute to a collaborative, creative, fast-paced team working across multiple imprints and initiatives.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field; other majors are welcome when combined with relevant experience.
- Strong writing, proofreading, and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational abilities and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to research, organize, and communicate information clearly.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, service-oriented approach.
- Ability to learn publishing systems and new technologies quickly.
- Interest in Christian books, authors, and the publishing industry.
- Enthusiasm for books, learning, and professional growth; dependability, initiative, flexibility, problem-solving ability, curiosity, and eagerness to contribute ideas.
Nice To Haves
- One to three years of experience in publishing or a related field is preferred.
- Familiarity with editorial processes, manuscript preparation, research, or project coordination.
- Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style, Scripture references, and the Christian Writer's Manual of Style.
Responsibilities
- Support editors through editorial development, from initial concept and research through manuscript preparation and publication.
- Assist with manuscript reviews, proofreading, editorial corrections, and preparation of project briefs and transmittal materials.
- Organize previously published source content and maintain accurate records of editorial selections, references, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with catalog copy, cover copy, consumer descriptions, and other editorial materials, including reviewing, editing, and routing approvals.
- Coordinate editorial schedules, track deadlines and approvals, and maintain project records in publishing databases.
- Assist with author, agent, and internal communications, following up on requests, manuscript deliveries, and outstanding items.
- Prepare editorial meeting agendas, project updates, publishing presentations, and other team materials.
- Support contracts, freelance assignments, invoices, payments, and other editorial administrative processes.
- Collaborate with design, production, marketing, and sales teams to keep projects organized and moving forward.
- Research comparable books, authors, market trends, and emerging reader needs to support new publishing opportunities.
- Assist with competitive analysis, sales research, and preparation of publishing proposals.
- Support metadata development, including BISAC categories, keywords, and online book descriptions.
- Contribute ideas and identify opportunities to improve editorial organization and workflow efficiency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
