Assistant Editor, Orbit
Hachette Book Group is a leading book publisher seeking an Assistant Editor for Orbit Books, who is passionate about genre publishing. The Assistant Editor will provide administrative and editorial support throughout the acquisition, editorial, and book making processes for a diverse list of commercial adult science fiction, fantasy, romantasy, and horror titles.
Responsibilities
- Read and report on manuscripts, proposals and books submitted for publication
- Transmit and manage manuscripts through the production processes for all titles
- Prepare materials such as profit and loss statements, contract requests, title fact sheets, jacket copy, sales materials and presentations for seasonal launch meetings, etc
- Edit select manuscripts alongside Editors
- Correspond directly with authors, agents, and staff in other departments
- Handle various administrative duties as needed
Skills
- Knowledge of and demonstrated interest in science fiction, fantasy, romantasy, and horror genre books
- 1-2 years editorial experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the aptitude to communicate effectively in both individual and group settings regardless of audiences
- Be self-directed and able to work independently, with the ability to deliver timely, accurate work and demonstrate good follow up and follow through
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively while also ensuring accuracy of work through attention to detail
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Basic and supplemental life
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Accidental death and dismemberment
- Critical illness
- Hospital indemnity
- Long-term care
- Health and dependent care FSA
- Commuter benefit plan
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Travel assistance
- 401(k)
- Discretionary bonus program
- PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave)
- Group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services
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