HarperCollins Publishers

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.. Under the direction of the Managing Editor oversee editorial timeline and payment logisitics. Familiar with the Chicago Manual of Style and the Christian Writer's Manual of Style preferred

assistant editor

Overview:
<img src="https://harpercollins.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=13&hashed=688547991" alt="HarperCollins Christian Publishing Logo" width="730" height="76" />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.

Responsibilities:
Editorial and Author Relations<ul><li>Attend and contribute to production and other related meetings</li><li>Provide necessary support to the editorial team on front list manuscripts through production all the way to delivery of final files to the printer</li><li>Assist with the catalog copy process and back-ad process, including reviewing, proofing, editing, and routing</li><li>Create contract/addendum/Work-for-Hire requests  </li><li>Works with acquisitions editors and authors on manuscript deadlines, copy due dates, and other project needs</li><li>Update reprint corrections as needed</li><li>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</li></ul>Project Management<ul><li>Support editors with RSuite tasks</li><li>Review project list throughout the year, research potential projects, and schedule repacks and updated editions</li><li>Assist acquisitions editors and marketers in creating high-profile publishing offers</li><li>Create documents in preparation for weekly editorial meetings</li><li>Manage monthly editorial expenses and manage freelancer communications</li><li>Revise and update templates and forms as needed</li><li>Support W Publishing Team in preparation for and presenting at Sales Conference</li><li>Field questions and handle inquiries when  Editors are unavailable</li><li>Under the direction of the Managing Editor oversee editorial timeline and payment logisitics</li></ul>Administrative<ul><li>Assist in author and editorial meetings, including creating agendas, handling logistics, and taking notes</li><li>Find new ways to streamline paper and information flow  </li><li>Assist Acquisitions Editors with mail and scheduling as needed </li><li>Assist Associate Publisher with administrative tasks as needed </li><li>Develops excellent working relationships with colleagues, including acquisitions editors, marketing and publicity staff, salespeople, production staff, designers, typesetters, and freelancers</li><li>Respond to manuscript requests from marketing, publicity, and sales</li></ul>Research<ul><li>Manage the SEO keyword and BISAC process</li><li>Research competing/comparable titles  </li><li>Research prospective authors</li><li>Create sales reports for analysis </li></ul>

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:<ul><li>Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of the English language and a keen eye at catching errors</li><li>Ability to anticipate needs, plan ahead, and effectively encourage planning ahead</li><li>Proven organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and manage a wide variety of tasks and resources across multiple projects and meet deadlines</li><li>Ability to professionally and cordially interact with authors and agents</li><li>Ability to distill numerous pieces of information and communicate key points to others</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, with timely communication, especially expressing difficult/sensitive information tactfully; ability to identify team conflict and communication problems</li><li>Ability to quickly learn and use electronic databases and new software applications; maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies</li></ul>Personal Characteristics:<ul><li>Ability to multi-task and prioritize</li><li>Detail oriented</li><li>Able to work on both long-term and short-term projects</li><li>Team player</li><li>Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem solve</li><li>Ability to relate to and empathize with others</li><li>Flexible and ready to respond to new opportunities</li></ul>HarperCollins Christian Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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