Editorial Assistant / Assistant Editor, One Signal Publishers

Job overview

Editorial Assistant / Assistant Editor, One Signal Publishers is an onsite role in New York, NY; compensation is not specified. One Signal, an Atria Books imprint, publishes narrative nonfiction intended to spark conversation and help readers understand the world. The role provides administrative and editorial support from submission evaluation through publication. It helps keep manuscripts, schedules, and publishing materials organized and moving across editorial and partner teams.

What you'll do

• Provide administrative support
• track submissions and read proposals and manuscripts
• prepare reader reports
• research authors, comparable titles, trends, and topics
• support manuscript preparation and editorial work
• draft catalog and cover copy
• maintain title data and schedules
• coordinate with publishing departments
• and communicate with authors and agents. At Assistant Editor level, take greater ownership of projects, support manuscript feedback, and contribute to acquisition research and relationships.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

editorial assistant

assistant editor

one signal publishers

simon & schuster

new york ny

narrative nonfiction

manuscript support

editorial research

publishing coordination

author communication

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• disability benefits
• tuition assistance
• paid time off
• Broad Based Ownership program.

Why this role

The position may be filled at Editorial Assistant or Assistant Editor level depending on experience; Assistant Editor responsibilities include greater project ownership and acquisition support.

About the employer

Simon & Schuster is hiring for this role. Industry: Book Publishers. Sector: 51.