Editorial Assistant - Assistant Editor Hachette Book Group , NY

Description

Alvina Ling Books, an imprint of Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (LBYR) is seeking an editorial assistant or assistant editor (depending on experience) who is passionate and knowledgeable about children’s book publishing to support the Publisher. The assistant is responsible for providing administrative and editorial support throughout all stages of the acquisition, editorial, and book making processes for picture books, middle‑grade, and young adult titles.

This is a NYC based role.

Please note:

HBG’s hybrid model is 3 days in‑office, 2 days working from home.

• Perform administrative duties and prepare related materials for book projects through all stages of the editorial process, from acquisition through final book, including project‑appropriate comp grids, profit‑and‑loss statements, contract forms, cost quotes, etc.
• Enter title data into proprietary database systems and actively maintain metadata throughout the publishing process.
• Draft catalog, flap/cover, and other descriptive copy and fact sheets that will be used to explain books to the sales and marketing departments, gatekeepers, and consumers.
• Read, report on, log, track, and respond to submissions of projects targeted to children and young adults.
• Communicate professionally and efficiently with authors and agents about project status, payments, review news, etc.
• Liaise with internal departments within Little Brown Young Readers and HBG, including design, publicity, marketing, production, and sales.
• Take ownership and keep careful track of project‑specific and seasonal deadlines.
• Attend, prepare materials, and take/distribute minutes for editorial meetings, and marketing and sales meetings as required.
• Research book sales using internal and external databases.
• Participate in meetings and share insights about books and other products in the marketplace.

• Independently edit manuscripts and manage projects acquired and assigned by the Publisher, managing book projects through all phases from manuscript to bound book.
• Coordinate reprints and paperback/second format independently.
• Develop an agent network and solicit submissions.
• May acquire and manage 1–2 books annually for the imprint.

• Highly organized, with the ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and manage time effectively while also ensuring accuracy through attention to detail.
• Deliver a timely, accurate work product and demonstrate good follow‑up and follow‑through.
• Self‑directed and able to work independently.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Think holistically about a task as it pertains to the publishing process.
• Be interested in learning and applying details of the publishing process to tasks.
• Be passionate, open‑minded, and curious about children’s literature.
• Work effectively with internal and external colleagues and creators at every level of seniority.
• Demonstrate imagination, creativity, and original thinking.
• Comfortable using email, calendar management, and file management tools.
• Possess solid computer skills, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Some publishing experience (while not required, this is a plus).

• All of the qualifications above, plus over 1 year of experience as an editorial assistant in a book publishing company.
• Experience editing manuscripts.
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the children’s and YA book marketplace.
• Industry contacts, including literary agents.

As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views, and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.

Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability…