Editorial Assistant, Dial Books for Young Readers (Open to Remote)

About the position Responsibilities • Provide administrative and clerical support to supervisors and occasional support to the imprint overall • Assist with daily editorial activities, including proposal/manuscript screening and project follow-up • Track and maintain grid of agented submissions • Read and evaluate manuscripts, suggesting cuts or revisions and writing reader reports • Write jacket and catalog copy, Title Information sheets, and traffic books through all stages of production • Draft P&Ls, generate Contract Information Sheets, review contract drafts and request payments • Apply for cataloging numbers through the Library of Congress • Attend IT trainings and act as a point person for new intracompany systems • Attend and contribute ideas at editorial meetings • Read review journals and competition titles to be aware of trends and competitor's lists • Provide clerical support, including trafficking forms and other paperwork; filing; handling correspondence; mailing, expense reports, managing calendars, etc. • Proofread and copyedit as needed • Keep up to date regarding promotion, publicity, and review status of books Requirements • Passionate about and interested in learning more about children's publishing • Some office or internship experience (previous publishing industry experience is not required) • Strong writing and critical thinking skills • Self-starter with strong multitasking and organizational skills • Creative and proactive team player Benefits • Medical/Prescription drug insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account • Health Savings Account • Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k) • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance • Life/AD&D Insurance • Commuter Benefits • Student Loan Repayment Program • Educational Assistance • Generous paid time off Apply tot his job Apply To this Job