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Editorial Assistant
HarperCollins Publishers. Provide administrative and editorial support for two editors on nonfiction titles .
Posted 9/21/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $52,500 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong administrative and editorial support capabilities, with a focus on effective communication, exceptional writing, and organizational skills. Proficient in managing the publication process and coordinating with various departments to ensure timely delivery of nonfiction titles.
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Administrative SupportEditorial SupportExceptional Writing SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsProficiency in Microsoft Office
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Hard Skills
Drafting Jacket CopyDrafting Sales NotesEvaluating ManuscriptsCreating P&LsPreparing Acquisition MemosContract PaperworkTransmitting ManuscriptsCompleting Internal Forms
Soft Skills
Time ManagementAttention to DetailMulti-taskingOrganizational Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint
Industry Keywords
Nonfiction TitlesPublication ProcessAcquisitionsSales ResearchCorrespondence
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide administrative and editorial support for two editors on nonfiction titles
- Maintain communication with authors and agents
- Draft jacket copy, flap copy, sales notes, and fact sheets under close supervision
- Assist with acquisitions by reading and evaluating manuscripts and proposals
- Draft rejection letters and prepare acquisition materials
- Conduct sales research and create P&Ls, Acquisition Memos, and contract paperwork
- Transmit manuscripts and coordinate the publication process with other departments
- Support and coordinate the publication process from manuscript to book
- Draft correspondence and memos
- Complete internal forms and master intranet programs
Requirements
What you’ll need- College degree or equivalent work experience
- Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional writing skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Cover letters are strongly preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive benefits package
- Physical health benefits
- Retirement and savings benefits
- Caregiving benefits
- Emotional wellbeing benefits
- Transportation benefits
- Elective benefits employees may select to fit their needs and personal situations