Editorial Assistant - Content, Proofreading & Coordination

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support editors and publishing teams in daily editorial tasks and content development at our Sacramento office. The role focuses on organizing digital and physical publishing assets, coordinating schedules, and helping maintain brand quality across materials.

The position requires strong communication, copywriting, and proofreading skills, plus proficiency in MS Office and Smartsheet.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Copywriting and content summary writing experience.
• Editing and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Smartsheet and digital file management.
• Administrative support experience.

Responsibilities

• Support editors and publishing teams with day-to-day editorial tasks.
• Organize and maintain digital files, documents, and publishing assets.
• Manage and organize the physical library at the El Segundo office.
• Assist with administrative coordination and project tracking.
• Write book summaries, back-cover copy, and promotional content.
• Help ensure editorial materials meet quality and brand standards.
• Coordinate schedules, documents, and communication across teams.
• Support content production and publishing workflows.
• Use tools like Smartsheet, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office for tracking and reporting.
• Assist with proofreading, content review, and editorial preparation.
• Maintain organized records and publishing documentation.
• Collaborate with creative and press teams to support publication timelines.

Skills

Communication Skills

Copywriting

Editing & Proofreading

MS Office

Smartsheet

File Management

Administration Support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

SGS Consulting is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support editors and publishing teams in daily editorial tasks and content development at our Sacramento office. The role focuses on organizing digital and physical publishing assets, coordinating schedules, and helping maintain brand quality across materials.

The position requires strong communication, copywriting, and proofreading skills, plus proficiency in MS Office and Smartsheet.