Editorial Assistant

Job Description

NOTE:

This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in‑office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it. THE OPPORTUNITY Editorial Assistant, Trade Publishing, will assist the Editorial Director and Executive Editor, Harry Potter Publishing, primarily providing administrative and editorial support on all core Harry Potter titles, including frontlist publishing and backlist development, as well as select other children’s book titles.

This position provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of children’s books, to develop editorial skills, and to engage in publishing strategy on high‑profile titles in a fast-paced environment. Please note this position requires a minimum of two days per week working in‑office at Scholastic’s NYC (Soho) location. Additional in‑office attendance may be required if the essential functions of the role require it.

• Provide editorial support for all frontlist and backlist Harry Potter titles, including initial review of routing material; coordination with production, design, and freelancers; drafting of copy and metadata; review of proofs; and management of reprint corrections.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling of meetings, note‑taking, preparation of presentation and meeting materials, mailings, file‑management, research, etc.
• Provide editorial support on select other titles, ranging from board books and picture books to graphic novels, as needed; this may include review of routing passes, drafting of copy and transmittals, and evaluation of new submissions.
• Coordinate cross‑departmentally with Sales, Marketing, Publicity, and Scholastic Reading Events to manage all information and material requests.
• Participate in ideation of new publishing/backlist opportunities.

For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through best‑selling children’s books, literacy‑ and knowledge‑building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award‑winning, entertaining children’s media.

As the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books through school‑based book clubsand book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
• Tuition‑Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Generous Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.

HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)

• Crucial strengths include excellent writing skills, problem solving, organizational and time management skills, and fluidity of communication in all forms (in person, on the phone, over video, and via email).
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and multi‑task across several projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge and affinity for the Harry Potter books and brand.
• Strong interest in editorial development and publishing…