Editorial Assistant - Trade Publishing (Harry Potter Titles)

Scholastic Inc.; New York (NY); Híbrido; USD 47.000 - 57.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Tuition aid programs

Parental leave

ESPP

Descripción de la vacante

Scholastic Inc. in New York City is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support the Editorial Director and Executive Editor on Harry Potter publishing, including frontlist and backlist development.

The role involves administrative tasks, drafting copy, and coordinating with production, design, and freelancers. This entry-level position offers exposure to publishing strategy in a fast-paced environment, with in-office requirements two days per week in SoHo and potential additional in-office

Formación

• Excellent writing skills and ability to draft copy and metadata.
• Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and manage multiple projects.
• Interest in editorial development and publishing strategy; familiarity with Harry Potter brand is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Provide editorial support for frontlist and backlist titles, coordinate with production, design, and freelancers.
• Schedule meetings, take notes, prepare materials, and manage files/research.
• Support other titles as needed; review routing passes and evaluate submissions.
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Publicity, and Scholastic Reading Events for information requests.
• Participate in ideation of new publishing/backlist opportunities.

Conocimientos

Writing skills

Time management

Organization

Communication

Educación

B.A.

Herramientas

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Scholastic Inc. in New York City is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support the Editorial Director and Executive Editor on Harry Potter publishing, including frontlist and backlist development.

The role involves administrative tasks, drafting copy, and coordinating with production, design, and freelancers. This entry-level position offers exposure to publishing strategy in a fast-paced environment, with in-office requirements two days per week in SoHo and potential additional in-office