Editorial Assistant, Art & Entertainment

Chronicle Books•San Francisco, CA

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

Chronicle Books is looking for an Editorial Assistant to support the Art & Entertainment publishing groups by providing administrative, editorial, and project management support primarily to the publisher and A&E editorial team. The Editorial Assistant will be responsible for managing assigned editorial acquisitions, successfully executing the original visions, and bringing projects to on-time publication. This entry level position is an excellent start for anyone interested in illustrated books and gift publishing.

Requirements

Passion for illustrated book and gift publishing, with strong interests in some of the following categories: illustrated books, pop culture, art, and photography, and gift products such as stationery and novelty items
Proven editorial experience (copyediting skills, proofreading skills, and attention to detail)
Demonstrated skills in copywriting and written communications
Expert organizational, administrative, and time management skills
Ability to work well with a wide variety of people
Strongly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative group
Ability to manage many details and tasks simultaneously
Ability to be an ambassador for Chronicle Books publishing, enhancing the company’s reputation among creators, retailers, librarians, the media, publishing peers, and end consumers

Responsibilities

Take notes for transmittals and meetings
Log and evaluate submissions
Read and evaluate manuscripts
Track galleys through the editorial process
Oversee corrections to manuscripts
Maintain title schedules and title files
Assist Design, Production, and Sales and Marketing to shape and execute the vision of a title
Generate title memos and copy for tip sheets
Solicit back cover quotes
Communicate with authors, artists, packagers, overseas publishers, and literary agents throughout the editorial process
Assist with proposal and consumer research
Order books and product samples for reference
Create contractual check requests
Maintain schedules and agendas
Assemble PowerPoint presentations

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Profit share plan
Three weeks of paid vacation to start
Two weeks of sick time per year
Company holidays, including a paid winter break between Christmas Day and New Year's Day
Paid family leave
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Commuter benefits
Long-term disability insurance
Annual tuition assistance
Annual wellness stipend