Assistant Editor, Art & Entertainment

Chronicle Books is looking for a creative and savvy Assistant Editor to join the Art & Entertainment publishing group. From Grumpy Cat to Dolly Parton, the team acquires and publishes pop culture books, formats, and calendars across a wide range of non‑fiction categories. The Assistant Editor will work under the Publishing Director, providing editorial and project management support on commercial titles, especially within key licensing relationships.
Key Responsibilities

Evaluate, track and input corrections to manuscripts.
Maintain title schedules and generate title memo copy for tipsheets.
Communicate with authors, artists, packagers, licensors, and literary agents.
Research, evaluate, and respond to proposals while tracking licensor approvals.
Present proposals to the publishing group meeting, generate P&Ls and deal sheets.
Lead creative meetings, make offers, and monitor marketplace trends.
Work collaboratively with department group members and cultivate industry relationships to support authors and other creators.
Qualifications

Minimum three years of publishing experience with proven project management skills.
Interest in licensing and a demonstrated skill in copywriting and written communications.
Ability to represent the publishing director and executive editor in meetings.
Strong attention to detail, self‑motivation, and capacity to manage multiple tasks independently and collaboratively.
Salary & Benefits

Hiring Salary Range: $27.41 – $31.50/hr. This range reflects the anticipated low and high end of the expected salary and will be determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, and internal equity.
Benefits: full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); profit share plan; three weeks of paid vacation to start; two weeks of sick time per year; company holidays; paid winter break, paid family, maternity, and paternity leave; commuter benefits; long‑term disability insurance; annual tuition assistance; annual wellness stipend, and more.
Equal‑Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Chronicle Books was founded in 1967 and continues to be one of the most admired and respected publishing companies in the United States. Over the years, we have developed a reputation for award-winning, innovative books and gift products. Our independent company continues to challenge conventional publishing wisdom, setting trends in both subject and format across a list that is as diverse as it is distinctive. We value collaboration and creativity, we have a passion for design and quality, and we insist on surprising and delighting our readers. To succeed in our work, we seek and hire people who are committed to the open exchange of ideas and who help us cultivate an atmosphere of mutual accountability and trust.

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Inspired by the enduring magic of books, we cultivate and distribute exceptional publishing that is instantly recognizable for its spirit and creativity. Our collaborations spark the passions of adults and children worldwide, encouraging them to explore, connect, and see things differently.