Hachette Book Group
SUMMARY : Artisan and Workman, divisions of the Workman Running Press Group within the Hachette Book Group, are seeking an Editorial Assistant. This entry‑level role supports senior editorial staff from both imprints and offers the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of producing illustrated books. Artisan and Workman publish books that inspire and instruct with high intent and quality, specializing in cooking, design, pop culture, and expanding nonfiction boundaries.
Location & Work Mode : New York City Office (hybrid model).
Responsibilities
Assist in manuscript preparation, art log creation, and other book‑related tasks for projects assigned by senior editorial staff.
Perform administrative duties including mailings, processing book orders, scheduling, responding to inquiries, and maintaining book archives.
Help in the acquisition process by reading and evaluating manuscripts and proposals, participating in editorial brainstorms, evaluating marketplace trends, and researching and developing book ideas.
Enter, maintain, and track metadata and other key title information in our central management system, including the creation of financial statements for each title.
Process and track payment requests and invoices, file expense reports and reimbursements.
Collaborate with department members to create sales presentations for recurring meetings and solicit various assets used for seasonal sell‑in.
Interact professionally with authors, literary agents, and internal departments (design, publicity, marketing, production, sales).
Read, report, and respond to unsolicited submissions.
Qualifications
Detail‑oriented, organized, eager to learn, and capable of multitasking.
Strong interest in cookbooks, health & wellness books, and illustrated nonfiction.
Enjoys playing an active and collaborative role on a small team.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Self‑directed and able to work independently.
Familiar with Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and similar tools.
EEO Statement : Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.
Compensation : $50,000 annually (salary may vary based on experience). Overtime may be required.
Benefits : Medical, dental, vision; basic and supplemental life; short‑ and long‑term disability; accidental death & dismemberment; critical illness; hospital indemnity; long‑term care; health & dependent care FSA; commuter benefit plan; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement; travel assistance; 401(k) with discretionary bonus; PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays, generous sick leave); group discounts on auto & home insurance & legal services.
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Location & Work Mode : New York City Office (hybrid model).
Responsibilities
Assist in manuscript preparation, art log creation, and other book‑related tasks for projects assigned by senior editorial staff.
Perform administrative duties including mailings, processing book orders, scheduling, responding to inquiries, and maintaining book archives.
Help in the acquisition process by reading and evaluating manuscripts and proposals, participating in editorial brainstorms, evaluating marketplace trends, and researching and developing book ideas.
Enter, maintain, and track metadata and other key title information in our central management system, including the creation of financial statements for each title.
Process and track payment requests and invoices, file expense reports and reimbursements.
Collaborate with department members to create sales presentations for recurring meetings and solicit various assets used for seasonal sell‑in.
Interact professionally with authors, literary agents, and internal departments (design, publicity, marketing, production, sales).
Read, report, and respond to unsolicited submissions.
Qualifications
Detail‑oriented, organized, eager to learn, and capable of multitasking.
Strong interest in cookbooks, health & wellness books, and illustrated nonfiction.
Enjoys playing an active and collaborative role on a small team.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Self‑directed and able to work independently.
Familiar with Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and similar tools.
EEO Statement : Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.
Compensation : $50,000 annually (salary may vary based on experience). Overtime may be required.
Benefits : Medical, dental, vision; basic and supplemental life; short‑ and long‑term disability; accidental death & dismemberment; critical illness; hospital indemnity; long‑term care; health & dependent care FSA; commuter benefit plan; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement; travel assistance; 401(k) with discretionary bonus; PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays, generous sick leave); group discounts on auto & home insurance & legal services.
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