Editorial & Acquisitions Assistant — Love Inspired (Hybrid)

HarperCollins Canada and Harlequin Enterprises ULC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company in Toronto is looking for an Assistant Editor to provide editorial and administrative assistance for the Love Inspired series. The role involves supporting senior editorial staff, acquiring manuscripts, and developing new authors. Candidates should hold an undergraduate degree and have 1-3 years of publishing experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree is required.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in the publishing industry is preferred.
• Ability to manage execution, prioritize, and pay close attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provides editorial support to the Senior/Executive Editor.
• Works with specified author base to acquire manuscripts.
• Provides editorial input into packaging design to ensure key selling features are reflected.

Skills

Strong communication

Planning

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

A leading publishing company in Toronto is looking for an Assistant Editor to provide editorial and administrative assistance for the Love Inspired series. The role involves supporting senior editorial staff, acquiring manuscripts, and developing new authors. Candidates should hold an undergraduate degree and have 1-3 years of publishing experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers a hybrid work model.