Editorial Assistant

ReaderLink; Alabama; On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

401(k) with Company Match

Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays

Author Events

Publisher-sponsored Book Club

Job summary

ReaderLink, including the Dreamtivity imprint, is seeking an entry-level editorial assistant to help with daily communications and administrative support. The role involves copywriting, proofreading, data entry, and collaboration across the creative team in a publishing environment.

The ideal candidate has a BA in English/related field and 1–2 years in advertising or publishing, with strong MS Office skills and familiarity with design software a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field required.
• 1–2 years of experience in advertising or publishing preferred.
• Strong to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook required.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop preferred.

Responsibilities

• Writing: execute copywriting for book content, back cover, and sales/marketing copy.
• Proofing: review, proofread, and edit content for accuracy and clarity.
• Data Entry: maintain title information in databases and audit past records.
• Project Management: assist Publisher with publishing plans and workflow records.
• Support for the creative team and upload of materials to online systems.
• Create mockups and sales materials to secure customer commitments.
• Maintain idea and sample libraries and archive copies.
• General administrative tasks including scanning, printing, mailing and filing.

Skills

Copywriting

Proofreading

Data entry

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Printers Row Publishing Group, a division of ReaderLink Distribution Services, seeks an entry-leve, detail-oriented editorial assistant to help in the daily communications and support in their imprint, Dreamtivity. Daily responsibilities range from copywriting and editing to departmental communication and administrative support. The ideal candidate would be able to efficiently manage a diverse set of responsibilities and would be a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is interested in participating in all aspects of book publishing.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Writing: Execute copywriting assignments on an as-needed basis for book content, back cover copy, and sales and marketing copy.
• Proofing: Review, proofread, fact-check, and edit content to ensure accuracy and clarity.
• Data Entry: Enter and maintain title information in title management database; audit past information in database for accuracy.
• Project Management: Support the Publisher in developing publishing plans by assisting with product creation, brainstorming with other Creative staff members, researching trends and competitor products, creating Job Requests, and maintaining workflow records.
• Provide support for the creative team.
• Assist in uploading materials to online approval systems for licensed titles.
• Assist in the creation of mockups and sales materials to secure customer commitments.
• Maintain and organize idea libraries, sample libraries, and archive copies.
• Administrative duties include scanning, printing/saving files, mailing assistance, and filing.
• Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field is required.
• Minimum one (1) to two (2) years of experience in the advertising or publishing industry is preferred.
• Strong to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and other design programs is preferred.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with exceptional proofreading and copyediting abilities.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• A methodical and organized approach to problem-solving.
• The work performed is in an office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.

Salary: $28.84/hour - $32.69/hour

Employee Benefits Include but Are Not Limited To:

• Health Plans - Medical, Dental & Prescription
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health & Dependent Care
• Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
• Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Author Events
• Publisher-sponsored Book Club

ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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