Editorial Assistant, Children’s Books & Licensing

Simon-; New York; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon & Schuster’s Simon Spotlight unit seeks an Editorial Assistant to support the editorial team in bringing children’s books from concept to publication. You will assist with manuscript reviews, catalog copy, and coordinating editorial tasks, while supporting multiple departments to meet publication schedules.

The role is entry-level and requires strong writing, superb organization, and a willingness to learn new publishing systems in a fast-paced imprint.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in children's publishing and early reader formats.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to editorial team, including scheduling meetings and organizing files.
• Enter and maintain title information in internal publishing systems and meet deadlines.
• Review manuscripts, layouts, and proofs for accuracy and age-appropriate language.
• Draft and edit catalog and cover copy under editorial guidance and write select manuscripts.
• Track manuscripts, artwork, and materials through the editorial process and follow up on items.
• Coordinate submissions to licensing partners and track feedback and approvals.
• Communicate with authors, illustrators, agents, and licensing partners as directed.
• Collaborate with design, production, editorial, marketing, and sales teams to support publication schedules.
• Prepare materials for editorial meetings, seasonal presentations, and sales conferences.
• Research children’s books, brands, and market trends; contribute ideas for new projects.

Skills

Strong writing

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Proactive learner

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Simon & Schuster’s Simon Spotlight unit seeks an Editorial Assistant to support the editorial team in bringing children’s books from concept to publication. You will assist with manuscript reviews, catalog copy, and coordinating editorial tasks, while supporting multiple departments to meet publication schedules.

The role is entry-level and requires strong writing, superb organization, and a willingness to learn new publishing systems in a fast-paced imprint.