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| Title: | Book Publishing Assistant |
| Description: | Seeking a full-time Editorial Assistant to join the team of a senior agent at a boutique literary agency, representing creatives in the book publishing industry (vs. screenwriters) and related media and rights projects, in fiction, including commercial and upmarket genre fiction, along with elevated practical and narrative nonfiction. This is an on-site, full-time entry level position presenting an opportunity to learn about the book publishing business and related film, TV, and media projects. No prior experience is required; you will be provided with all the training necessary to succeed in this job. Don’t know anything about the book business? Most people who haven’t worked in this industry would say the same. We would be delighted to show you why we love working with authors and creators even if publishing is not your ultimate goal, but ask that you commit to two years with us. Candidates should be mature, well-spoken, organized, with good judgment and strong writing skills, and most importantly, excited to help creatives and their partners bring amazing work into the world. |
| Requirements: | Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support, including answering phones, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements and general desk duties. - Review and evaluate queries, proposals, and full manuscripts of existing and prospective clients, and prepare reader’s reports. - Prepare submission lists and track submissions to editors and other buyers. - Prepare agency, collaboration, nondisclosure agreements, and deal memos. - Manage foreign rights inbox, tracking offers, requests, payments, and contracts. - Review foreign contracts against boilerplates, with training and guidance provided. - Engage with clients, editors, foreign rights agents, and colleagues across the representation process. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree - Excellent people and communication skills - Keen interest in books and how they get made - Critical thinking and exemplary writing skills - Ability to focus on details, multi-task, and maintain a thoughtful organizational system - Knowledge of Word, and Outlook; ability to learn Excel and other programs - Self-starter who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. |
| Company: | LITERARY AGENCY |
| Location: | West Los Angeles, California |
| How To Apply For This Job: | Please send resume and cover letter to bookpublishingopportunity@gmail.com, and put "Book Publishing Assistant Application - LA Post" in the subject line. |
| Date Posted: | 6/16/2021 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
