
Macmillan Learning is hiring: Editorial Assistant, Audio in Austin
Macmillan Learning, Austin, TX, United States
Macmillan Audio is looking for a diligent and resourceful self-starter interested in joining the fastest growing segment of the publishing industry. This entry-level position reports to the Editorial Director and will have the opportunity to learn about the audiobook business, overall publishing trends, and Macmillan titles across all imprints. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for audiobooks and a curiosity for innovation. They will work well independently and within a collaborative team environment. Time management, confidence in communication, and top‑notch organizational skills are a must.
What you’ll do:
Organize launch materials across all imprints for audio review
Conduct sales and territory research
Research appropriate comp titles
Track seasonal audiobook title lists and maintain informational databases
Schedule seasonal check‑ins with subrights teams
Evaluate manuscripts to determine the potential for audio
Communicate with the Managing Editor about new audiobook titles
Participate in the P&L process
Follow up on tasks discussed in audio title list discussions
Assist with international master licensing
Research potential titles for our programs
Lead bi‑weekly editorial team meetings
What you’ll bring:
Demonstrated interest in audiobook and/or podcast publishing
Strong written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills
Strong work ethic and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize competing tasks and multitask as needed
Fluency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint as well as Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Drive, and other data dashboards
Ideal experience:
An internship in book, audiobook, or podcast publishing is a plus
Experience in an office environment and/or a fast‑paced environment
Independent projects from inception to completion
Salary for this position is $50,000.
Macmillan is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer consistently striving to foster a culture where everyone belongs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, physical ability, neurodiversity, genetic information, protected veteran status, family and economic status and background or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We prohibit discrimination of any kind and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
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