Editorial Assistant: Copy, Proofing & Publishing Support

Readerlink; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Vacation Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Author Events

Book Club

Job summary

ReaderLink is seeking an entry-level Editorial Assistant to support its Dreamtivity imprint. The role covers copywriting, editing, data entry, and day-to-day administrative support in a publishing environment.

You will assist the creative team, manage title information, and help with marketing materials. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in English/Journalism/Communications and 1–2 years in publishing or advertising, with strong MS Office and design tool familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field is required.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in advertising or publishing 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.

Responsibilities

• Write copy for book content, back cover copy, and sales/marketing materials.
• Proofread, fact-check, and edit content for accuracy and clarity.
• Enter and audit title information in the management database.
• Support Publisher in developing publishing plans and workflows.
• Assist the creative team and upload materials to online approval systems.
• Create mockups and sales materials to secure customer commitments.
• Maintain idea and sample libraries and archive copies.
• Perform routine administrative duties and file management.
• Support other duties as needed.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Data entry

Project management

Administrative support

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism/Communications

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

ReaderLink is seeking an entry-level Editorial Assistant to support its Dreamtivity imprint. The role covers copywriting, editing, data entry, and day-to-day administrative support in a publishing environment.

You will assist the creative team, manage title information, and help with marketing materials. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in English/Journalism/Communications and 1–2 years in publishing or advertising, with strong MS Office and design tool familiarity.