Editorial Assistant

Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

. Support a team of 7 editors working on board books, storybooks, leveled readers, chapter books, and activity books based on major licensed properties .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills while supporting editorial teams in licensed book publishing. Proficient in managing schedules, creating P&Ls, and developing presentation materials for sales conferences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BA In EnglishLicensed Book PublishingP&L CreationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyStrong Written And Verbal Communication

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Hard Skills

P&L CreationTitle Information Sheets WritingWeb Copy WritingManuscript DevelopmentPresentation Deck Creation

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsAttention To DetailAbility To Multi-TaskStrong Follow-Up Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelAdobe Acrobat

Industry Keywords

Licensed PropertiesBoard BooksStorybooksLeveled ReadersChapter BooksActivity Books

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a team of 7 editors working on board books, storybooks, leveled readers, chapter books, and activity books based on major licensed properties
Schedule meetings
Maintain publishing lists
Write title information sheets and web copy
Create and track P&Ls (Profit and Loss documents)
Obtain licensor approvals
Order author and licensor book copies
Brainstorm new book and series ideas with editors and licensors
Assist the editorial team with manuscript and book development
Create presentation decks for licensors and sales conferences
Present individual titles and book series at sales conferences
Handle sensitive embargoed materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA in English
Interest in and enthusiasm for licensed book publishing
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Must be comfortable working on projects under tight deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Prescription drug insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Comprehensive benefits program