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About the Role

Penguin Press is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support the President & Publisher of the imprint. This role will oversee aspects of the editorial and production process, provide administrative support, and work on a distinguished list of narrative nonfiction, history, politics, journalism, and literary fiction.

Responsibilities

Works with supervisors, authors, and agents on the progress of book projects from acquisition to publication, including guiding authors through the manuscript production schedule.
Prepares paperwork, including contract requests, manuscript transmittals, profit and loss statements, permissions requests, and expense reports.
Liaises between the Editorial, Production, Design, and Managing Editorial departments, as well as the Marketing and Publicity teams.
Assists supervisors in the acquisitions process by reading and evaluating manuscripts and proposals, drafting rejection letters, and researching and developing ideas.
Collaborates with supervisors on drafting catalog and cover copy for hardcovers and paperbacks and managing the title information system.
Provides administrative support by scheduling, managing mailings, etc.

Requirements

Genuine interest in serious nonfiction
Prior office experience; publishing experience a plus
Strong follow-up, organizational, and time-management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication as well as interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize and excel in a deadline-driven and detail-oriented environment
Excellent attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Location

1745 Broadway
Tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA)

Work Type

Hybrid

Salary/Compensations

$55,000.00

Benefits

Medical/Prescription drug insurance
Dental
Vision
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k)
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life/AD&D Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Student Loan Repayment Program
Educational Assistance & generous paid time off

About the Company

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world.
In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution.
Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others.
More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Equal Opportunity

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.