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| Title: | Office Assistant |
| Description: | Little Bee Books is a vibrant children’s book publisher dedicated to making high-quality, fun, and engaging books for busy little bees of all ages. Our imprints—Little Bee Books, BuzzPop, and Yellow Jacket—offer a diverse range of titles, including board books, novelty books, activity books, picture books, chapter books, nonfiction, gift sets, middle-grade fiction, and graphic novels. Our mission is straightforward: to create great books and have fun doing it. A role at Little Bee Books is an opportunity to be part of something creative, collaborative, and truly unique.
About Little Bee Books: Little Bee Books is dedicated to creating high-quality, imaginative, and engaging books for children ages 0 to 12. Our flagship imprint offers a diverse range of titles, including early learning concept books, board books, novelty and activity books, picture books, chapter books, nonfiction works, gift sets, and more—all carefully crafted to inspire curiosity and a love of reading. Learn more at www.littlebeebooks.com. About BuzzPop: BuzzPop, an imprint of Little Bee Books, publishes books that celebrate pop culture, beloved brands, and media tie-ins for fans of all ages. Our list features hit properties like Baby Shark, a full range of Mattel titles, Crayola coloring and activity books, and publishing programs with dynamic influencers such as Meredith Foster and Karina Garcia. BuzzPop is committed to delivering fun, empowering, and inclusive books that reflect the world around us. Visit www.buzzpopbooks.com for more information. About Yellow Jacket: Yellow Jacket publishes compelling middle-grade and young-adult fiction for readers ages 8 and up. The imprint features a diverse range of genres—from humor and magical realism to historical fiction, graphic novels, and coming-of-age stories. Whether standalone titles or series, Yellow Jacket books aim to captivate, challenge, and inspire young readers. Discover more at www.yellowjacketreads.com. Little Bee Books is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, alienage, disability, age or perceived age, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, partnership status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions, including promotions, compensation, and benefits. What We Offer: • A collaborative, mission-driven team environment. • Hands-on exposure to all aspects of the publishing process. • Opportunities for professional development and growth. • Full-time • Tuesdays and Thursdays are in-office, and the rest of the week can be worked remotely or in-office. • $50k salary • Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Employer Match, Life Insurance, PTO |
| Requirements: | Little Bee Books is seeking a highly organized and proactive Office Assistant to join our team. This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in learning the publishing business from the ground up.
Main Responsibilities: Administrative & Office Support • Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel for the executive team. • Handle company phone calls, email, and mail. Respond to inquiries and route correspondence appropriately. • Maintain office supplies, handle general office organization, and liase with cleaning staff. • File contracts, rights agreements, and correspondence. • Process invoices and expense reports. • Maintain office library. • Assist in coordinating company events. Editorial, Sales, Marketing & Publicity Support • Support mailing of advance reader copies (ARCs), F&Gs, and finished books to authors, illustrators, reviewers, media outlets, and booksellers. • Assist with author/illustrator events, trade shows, and conferences. • Create sales presentations and materials. Data & Systems Tasks • Update internal and external systems with title information, metadata, and schedules. • Generate sales and other ad hoc reports. • Support other departments with administrative tasks, data entry, and research as needed. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred, or equivalent combination of coursework and relevant professional experience. • Interest in children’s publishing and a desire to learn the business. • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with strong problem-solving abilities. • Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with authors, vendors, and cross-functional teams. • Strong reading comprehension and an eye for detail in all forms of content. • Willingness to travel occasionally to trade shows, author events, and conferences. |
| Company: | LITTLE BEE BOOKS |
| Short Description: | Little Bee Books is an independent, boutique publisher founded in 2014 and based out of New York City. We specialize in progressive and inclusive books for children of all ages. |
| Location: | Little Bee Books, Inc. 598 Broadway, Floor 7 New York, NY 10012 |
| How To Apply For This Job: | Please send your resume to careers@littlebeebooks.com with the position title in the subject line. Be sure to include your salary expectations in the body of your email. We’d love to learn more about you and what excites you about Little Bee Books—feel free to include a cover letter, video, comic monologue, or any format that best reflects your personality and passion. |
| Date Posted: | 10/3/2025 |
