Harpercollins Publishers Nashville , TN 37201
Posted 4 days ago
Overview
W Publishing is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and highly values diverse backgrounds and insights that fuel our innovation.
W Publishing Group is a nonfiction imprint of Thomas Nelson. We are obsessed with creating transformative books for God's kingdom. And we are committed to providing authors a nurturing, faith-based publishing home. Some of our recent bestselling titles include The Awe of God, The Great Disappearance, Power Moves, Like a River, Mostly What God Does, and Becoming Free Indeed. We're proud to amplify a wide range of voices such as Sarah Jakes Roberts, Demi-Leigh Tebow, Ann Voskamp, Dr. David Jeremiah, Katherine Wolf, Louie Giglio, Tony Evans, Kathie Lee Gifford, and Levi Lusko.
We are looking for an assistant editor who is a team player with a heart for service and a passion for compelling Christian writing.
The ideal candidate will not only be an organized, detail-oriented individual with strong project management skills, but will also be an avid book reader with some knowledge of the Christian book market.
This is a hybrid position based out of our Nashville office.
Responsibilities
Editorial and Author Relations
Attend and contribute to production and other related meetings
Provide necessary support to the editorial team on front list manuscripts through production all the way to delivery of final files to the printer
Assist with the catalog copy process and back-ad process, including reviewing, proofing, editing, and routing
Create contract/addendum/Work-for-Hire requests
Works with acquisitions editors and authors on manuscript deadlines, copy due dates, and other project needs
Update reprint corrections as needed
Work with authors and agents to secure permissions, releases, and endorsements, as needed, and obtains approval for text design, copyediting, cover design, and cover copy
Project Management
Support editors with RSuite tasks
Review project list throughout the year, research potential projects, and schedule repacks and updated editions
Assist acquisitions editors and marketers in creating high-profile publishing offers
Create documents in preparation for weekly editorial meetings
Manage monthly editorial expenses and manage freelancer communications
Revise and update templates and forms as needed
Support W Publishing Team in preparation for and presenting at Sales Conference
Field questions and handle inquiries when Editors are unavailable
Under the direction of the Managing Editor oversee editorial timeline and payment logisitics
Administrative
Assist in author and editorial meetings, including creating agendas, handling logistics, and taking notes
Find new ways to streamline paper and information flow
Assist Acquisitions Editors with mail and scheduling as needed
Assist Associate Publisher with administrative tasks as needed
Develops excellent working relationships with colleagues, including acquisitions editors, marketing and publicity staff, salespeople, production staff, designers, typesetters, and freelancers
Respond to manuscript requests from marketing, publicity, and sales
Research
Manage the SEO keyword and BISAC process
Research competing/comparable titles
Research prospective authors
Create sales reports for analysis
Qualifications
Knowledge/Work Experience: 1-3 years' experience in publishing
Education: Bachelor's degree in English or similar field
Industry Knowledge: Cursory understanding of the world of Christian nonfiction publishing. Familiar with the Chicago Manual of Style and the Christian Writer's Manual of Style preferred
Skills:
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of the English language and a keen eye at catching errors
Ability to anticipate needs, plan ahead, and effectively encourage planning ahead
Proven organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and manage a wide variety of tasks and resources across multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to professionally and cordially interact with authors and agents
Ability to distill numerous pieces of information and communicate key points to others
Excellent interpersonal skills, with timely communication, especially expressing difficult/sensitive information tactfully; ability to identify team conflict and communication problems
Ability to quickly learn and use electronic databases and new software applications; maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies
Personal Characteristics:
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Detail oriented
Able to work on both long-term and short-term projects
Team player
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem solve
Ability to relate to and empathize with others
Flexible and ready to respond to new opportunities
HarperCollins Christian Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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