Editorial Assistant

HarperCollins Publishers • New York, NY

401d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Editorial Assistant will provide essential administrative and editorial support to two Senior Editors at HarperCollins Publishers, focusing on a diverse range of literary genres including fiction, poetry, cookbooks, and non-fiction. This role is crucial for managing the workflow of book projects from acquisition to publication, ensuring effective communication between departments and with external stakeholders.

Requirements

• College degree or 1+ year of relevant work experience.
• Genuine interest in literary fiction, literature in translation, poetry, non-fiction, and cookbooks.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in a foreign language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedules and maintain records for book projects from acquisition to publication.
• Act as the liaison between Editorial and other departments, as well as conduct external communications with agents and authors.
• Prepare publication materials, including contract requests, title information sheets, and manuscript transmittals.
• Keep data per book title up-to-date in the company's internal systems, including new blurbs and review quotes.
• Traffic manuscripts through production, liaising with authors to meet publishing deadlines.
• Assist in the acquisitions process by reading and evaluating manuscripts and proposals.
• Track submissions and write rejection letters as needed.
• Evaluate market competition and trends, and research ideas for new projects.
• Provide administrative support by scheduling, managing mailings, and alerting authors of price promotions.
• Apply for translation grants and manage application deadlines.
• Schedule departmental meetings and assist with literary prize submissions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement and savings plans
• Caregiving support
• Emotional wellbeing resources
• Transportation benefits
• Elective benefits tailored to employee needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree