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Editorial Assistant
CBS
New York, NY, United States
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Editorial Assistant, Simon Spotlight
ABOUT US:
Simon & Schuster, a part of CBS Corporation, is a global leader in the field of general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for consumers of all ages, across all printed, electronic, and audio formats. Its divisions include Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing, Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, Simon & Schuster Audio, Simon & Schuster Digital, and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom.
DESCRIPTION:
Editorial Assistant will report to an Editorial Director and assist the VP Publisher for the children's licensing division. Responsibilities include all administrative duties- scheduling meetings, routing materials both in-house and to authors and licensors and liaising with all departments. On the editorial side the position includes writing manuscripts and preparing catalog, tip sheets and flap copy, as well as coordinating the editorial and production process with various departments. The Editorial Assistant takes part in all creative meetings and will contribute ideas for manuscripts, programs, and formats as well as evaluate submissions. Management of manuscripts in all stages of production includes: preparing manuscripts for copyediting and production; keeping track of books in the production and editorial process; tracking paperwork internally and externally; and liaising with authors/agents/illustrators and licensors and other departments in a professional manner.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Individual must be able to juggle multiple projects and prioritize. Excellent communication and some writing background required. Strong organizational skills and ability to set priorities under pressure and take initiative
EEO STATEMENT:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled