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| Title: | PT Administrative Assistant Book Publishing/Market |
| Description: | We are looking for an organized, reliable, and self-motivated person interested in working as an administrative and personal assistant in the book publishing and marketing industry PART TIME 15-20 hours per week to start in a casual work environment on Whidbey Island in Washington State. Must be available weekday hours in the office. Some work can be done at home. Teaching and conference opportunities are available. Candidate must reside on Whidbey Island.
* Varied administrative office work • Occasional driving locally to Post Office, Bookkeeper, etc. • Reading, writing, and proofreading manuscripts and materials • Organize and prioritize files, job lists, banking, etc. • Conference, teaching, and speaking scheduling • Researching book blogs, book store, libraries, and Amazon reviewers. • Assisting with marketing projects for clients and putting forth ideas for execution and expansion. • 2Market Books also offers a Marketing Makeover written service, in which assistant will learn to write a detailed analysis of the client’s author platform based on notes given to them and a full marketing plan. |
| Requirements: | • Strong organizational skills—detail oriented
• Able to meet deadlines in a timely manner • Interest in book publishing • Strong computer skills and social media savvy • Good communication, writing, and people skills • Positive attitude and reliability • Have transportation and valid drivers license • Must be a team player and have a strong work ethic • Solid, articulate writing skills • Strong, focused researcher • Creative thinker • Follows directions well and asks questions when needed • Proficient with social media • Self-motivated and willing to bring forth new ideas |
| Company: | ANDREA HURST & ASSOCIATES/LITERARY MANAGEMENT |
| Location: | Whidbey Island, WA |
| How To Apply For This Job: | Send cover letter and resume to info@andreahurst.com by September 29th, 2017 Job starts late October How to apply: Send your cover letter and resume to: info@andreahurst.com. In your cover letter include your goals with this position, and the types of books you enjoy reading for pleasure, and why you think you are the best person for this opening. |
| Date Posted: | 9/8/2017 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
