Description Chronicle Books is looking for an Editorial Assistant to support the Art & Entertainment publishing groups by providing administrative, editorial, and project management support primarily to the publisher and A&E editorial team. The Editorial Assistant will be responsible for managing assigned editorial acquisitions, successfully executing the original visions, and bringing projects to on-time publication. This entry level position is an excellent start for anyone interested in illustrated books and gift publishing. The Editorial Assistant will take notes for transmittals and meetings, log and evaluate submissions, read and evaluate manuscripts and track galleys through the editorial process. They will oversee corrections to manuscripts, maintain title schedules and title files, and assist Design, Production, and Sales and Marketing to shape and execute the vision of a title. Generating title memos and copy for tip sheets, soliciting back cover quotes, and communicating with authors, artists, packagers, overseas publishers, and literary agents throughout the editorial process will be central to this role. In addition, the person in this role will assist with proposal and consumer research, send out catalogs and author mailings, order books and product samples for reference and create contractual check requests. They will create and maintain schedules and agendas, assemble PowerPoint presentations, ship and track mailings and schedule travel arrangements as well. Employees at Chronicle Books follow a flexible hybrid schedule of working a minimum of 3 days per week and up to 4 days per week in our San Francisco office, depending on project and business needs. Hiring Salary Range - $22.84/hr - $26.27/hr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the expected salary for this position and will be determined by factors including but not limited to: applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and geographic location as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. This position is also eligible for our profit share plan. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive company culture that respects and promotes diverse backgrounds and points of view. We look for candidates who will add to our culture and support the company’s vision of a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. Chronicle Books is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we still encourage you to apply. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to our career site (link below). Chronicle Books offers a full suite of benefits, including but not limited to: medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, a profit share plan, three weeks of paid vacation to start, two weeks of sick time per year, and company holidays, including a paid winter break between Christmas Day and New Year's Day, paid family, maternity, and paternity leave, commuter benefits, long-term disability insurance, annual tuition assistance, annual wellness stipend, and more. Requirements The A&E Editorial Assistant will need a passion for illustrated book and gift publishing, with strong interests in some of the following categories: illustrated books, pop culture, art, and photography, and gift products such as stationery and novelty items. They will need proven editorial experience (copyediting skills, proofreading skills, and attention to detail), demonstrated skills in copywriting and written communications, and have expert organizational, administrative, and time management skills. In addition, they should have an ability to work well with a wide variety of people, be strongly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative group, and be able to manage many details and tasks simultaneously. The Editorial Assistant should be an ambassador for Chronicle Books publishing, enhancing the company’s reputation among creators, retailers, librarians, the media, publishing peers, and end consumers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chronicle Books LLC.
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