Assistant Editor (Toronto Hybrid)

Harlequin; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Editor to join its dynamic team. This role offers a unique blend of editorial and administrative support, allowing you to engage with the creative process while managing essential tasks. You'll work closely with experienced professionals and contribute to the exciting world of publishing, where your passion for books can flourish. If you're enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and ready to dive into the vibrant publishing landscape, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company committed to diversity and excellence in literature!

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of publishing experience required.
• Knowledge of the Canadian publishing industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides editorial support and evaluates book suitability.
• Handles administrative tasks such as booking meetings and managing requests.

Skills

Creativity

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Publishing Program Certificate

Tools

Biblio system

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Editor

Department(s): HarperCollins Canada - Editorial

Status: Regular Full Time

Location: 22 Adelaide Street West, Toronto

Reporting to the Senior Vice-President & Executive Publisher, and offering support to the Editor in Chief, this role provides both editorial and administrative support.

Responsibilities

Editorial Responsibilities (20%)

• Provides editorial support to the SVP, Publisher of HCC, including preparing draft revision and rejection letters, evaluating book suitability, assisting with first reads, author revisions, and corresponding with authors and agents.
• Contributes to the HCC program by offering editorial opinions on potential acquisitions, preparing title sheets and metadata, writing cover and flap copy, and assisting with cover concepts.
• Processes submissions within HCC guidelines, logs and distributes them, and forwards to appropriate editors.
• Takes and circulates meeting minutes, prepares memos, and displays covers for discussion.
• Participates in departmental meetings and presents new projects as requested.

Administrative Responsibilities (75%)

• Provides administrative support such as creating reports, maintaining file systems, booking meetings, and managing requests for manuscripts and materials.
• Archives records periodically, processes expense reports, and organizes author events.
• Supervises editorial interns if applicable, manages the Philanthropy/Donations budget, and routes various documents to production.
• Inputs data into the Biblio system and manages various publishing-related tasks.

Special Projects (5%)

• Prepares slideshows for meetings and presentations.

Qualifications

• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a love of books.
• 1-3 years of publishing experience.
• Post-secondary education in a related field; Publishing Program Certificate is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Canadian publishing industry, attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure.

About HarperCollins Canada and Harlequin

Harlequin, a division of HarperCollins Publishers, is a leading publisher of commercial fiction and narrative nonfiction, publishing over 100 titles monthly worldwide. HarperCollins Canada is home to many bestselling authors and is committed to publishing the best books of our generation, working with authors throughout their careers.

HarperCollins Canada and Harlequin are Equal Opportunity Employers, committed to diversity and accessibility in the workplace.