Editorial Assistant (Adult)

Harry N Abrams Inc • New York, NY

13h • $40,000 - $45,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Editorial Assistant is an entry-level role supporting editors and the publishing process from acquisition through final production. This role offers valuable exposure to content development, project coordination, and administrative publishing functions. It is designed for individuals interested in building a career in editorial work within the book publishing industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or related field preferred
• 1–2 years of publishing or office experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent proofreading and grammar skills
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects under deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Interest in books, publishing, and content development
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and work collaboratively

Nice To Haves

• knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Acrobat a plus

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate manuscript submissions; write summaries or reader reports
• Assist with research and development of new projects and proposals
• Copyedit and proofread manuscripts, layouts, and jacket or catalogue copy
• Draft preliminary copy for fact sheets, tip sheets, catalogs, and marketing materials
• Coordinate with authors, agents, and freelancers as needed
• Maintain and update schedules, databases, logs, and metadata
• Request and track contracts, permissions, and payments
• Route materials (e.g., manuscripts, layouts, proofs) across departments
• Take notes at meetings and circulate recaps as needed
• Organize internal files, archives, and submission logs
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations or assets for internal or sales use
• Provide general administrative and editorial support to the assigned editor or imprint team

Benefits

• Generous paid holidays
• Summer Fridays
• Company-paid year-end office closure between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day each year
• Comprehensive health benefits, including short-term and long-term disability
• Retirement savings (401k)
• life insurance
• Vacation, Personal, and Sick time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level