Managing Editorial Assistant

1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #212

Monday, June 10, 2024

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Simon & Schuster is looking for aManaging Editorial Assistant to support the Simon Element Managing Editor. Simon Element, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, was founded in 2021 and is dedicated to publishing books in the lifestyle and practical nonfiction categories, including 4/C cookbooks and boxed card sets.

The Managing Editorial Assistant handles many responsibilities, including:

• Setting up ISBNs

• Inputting and maintaining metadata in the TM database

• Setting and tracking due dates

• Following up with Editorial on late or missing items

• Routing jacket/cover mechanicals

• Reviewing pass for press materials

• Creating bound galley covers

• Running various reports, such as: overdue/upcoming manuscript; bound galley; production schedules

• Routing manuscripts through Legal

• Confirming contracts have been signed

• Assisting the Managing Editor

This candidate should have clear communication skills, a great attention to detail, and an ability to learn quickly. A positive attitude and interest in the publishing industry as a whole is also very advantageous. This job is entry-level, so no previous experience is necessary, though experience with a publishing internship or publishing classes would be preferable.

This is a hybrid role, based out of our New York city offices.

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

Other details

• Job FamilyEditorial

• Job FunctionContent / Editorial / Publishing

• Pay TypeSalary

• Min Hiring Rate$50,000.00

• Max Hiring Rate$50,000.00

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