Content Creation Assistant

Benchmark Education Company•New Rochelle, NY

2d•$45,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing editorial support to the Editorial department in a variety of capacities. Benchmark Education Company is interested in helping children of all abilities learn to read and write. We offer a career that promises the satisfaction of inspiring teachers and administrators in their mission to provide instruction that gets results. We are also interested in the transition to a digital world of learning. If you want to join a creative, energetic, technology-focused, fast-paced company with a proven track record that promises continued professional growth, then consider a career with Benchmark Education Company.

Requirements

Must be able to be in our New Rochelle, NY office 4-5 days a week.
B.A. in Literature, Literacy, bilingual education, or a related field
Superior writing, editing in English
Organizational skills
Strong interest in educational content for pre-K, K-8 students
Comfortable juggling several projects concurrently
Able to work well as part of a team
Keen interest in instructional technology and digital media
Ability to learn new software quickly
Excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Assist with daily operations of the editorial department
Apply to outside publishers for reprint rights and routes print and e-book corrections
Revise and edit manuscript under the direction of an editor
Prepare manuscript files for production
Enter and update information in the product database
Conduct research and fact check
Aid in the development of new print products, including student books, teacher’s materials, and assessments
Aid in the development of new digital products, including eBooks, audio, animation, and online assessments
Prepare content for digital conversion
Review and evaluate the quality of digital products and report issues
Track progress of projects to ensure that they are on schedule