Editorial Assistant – NYC Hybrid

HarperCollins Publishers

. Provide administrative support primarily to a senior editor and other editors as needed .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $52,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong administrative support capabilities, particularly in the publishing industry, with a focus on communication, organization, and attention to detail. Proficient in managing schedules, preparing materials, and liaising with authors and agents.

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Administrative SupportPublishing Industry ExperienceStrong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Drafting CorrespondencePreparing Travel ArrangementsManaging SchedulesProcessing PaymentsPreparing Sales MaterialsScreening ManuscriptsTracking ManuscriptsRequesting ISBNsGenerating ReportsLiaising with Authors

Soft Skills

TeamworkProblem-SolvingCreativityDecisivenessAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Undergraduate Degree in English

Industry Keywords

PublishingManuscript ProductionSocial Media ManagementBook Sales MaterialsAuthor Liaison

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide administrative support primarily to a senior editor and other editors as needed
Update and maintain internal systems
Draft correspondence and traffic required files
Prepare travel arrangements and generate reports
Complete first screening of submitted manuscripts and query letters
Log and track incoming manuscripts
Prepare and traffic manuscript production and cover materials
Prepare book-related sales materials, including fact sheets
Prepare contract forms and process payments
Liaise with authors and agents
Serve as front-line departmental contact for external parties
Respond to author and agent queries and refer requests to appropriate sources
Request ISBNs and manage schedules and schedule changes
Order books and flowers
Contribute to the imprint’s social media accounts
Provide additional assistance to the team as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree in English
Previous administrative experience a plus
1-year experience in the publishing industry an asset
Ability to manage execution, prioritize, pay close attention to detail, and multitask
Strong communication, planning, organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Creativity, decisiveness, functional/technical knowledge, computer knowledge, adaptability/flexibility, and a drive for results
Interest in books and reading, particularly the genres published by the imprint

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work model
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application/interview process
Equal employment opportunity commitment