Editorial Rotational Program: Launch Your Publishing Career

Book of the Month; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Book of the Month is seeking an Editorial Assistant for a Rotational Program in New York, NY, on-site. The program accelerates growth through apprenticeship-style learning across multiple editorial functions, with responsibilities in Selections, Licensing, and production coordination.

During approximately two years, you will rotate through areas like Book Selections, Editorial Operations, and Member Experience, culminating in a specialized role based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to analyze data and draw insights.
• Strong time management and prioritization.
• Clear communication with internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Selections process by maintaining the book database, drafting editorial copy, and analyzing book performance.
• Draft and execute licensing agreements and input editorial content into company systems.
• Support cross-functional initiatives across departments including acquisitions and collections.
• Assist with Romantasy business initiatives and analysis of book data and member insights.
• Project manage Member Experience initiatives and optimize boxes and inventory planning.
• Read a high volume of books across genres and recommend titles for BOTM selections.

Skills

Writing & proofreading

Data analysis

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Book of the Month is seeking an Editorial Assistant for a Rotational Program in New York, NY, on-site. The program accelerates growth through apprenticeship-style learning across multiple editorial functions, with responsibilities in Selections, Licensing, and production coordination.

During approximately two years, you will rotate through areas like Book Selections, Editorial Operations, and Member Experience, culminating in a specialized role based on performance and business needs.