Editorial Assistant, Convergent - Faith, Spirituality, & Wellness Books

Job Description

Editorial Assistant, Convergent - Faith, Spirituality, & Wellness Books (Open to Remote)

The Convergent imprint at Penguin Random House is looking for an Editorial Assistant to join their team. Convergent seeks out diverse viewpoints and honest conversations that shed light on the defining challenges facing people of faith today. Our books help readers ask important questions, find paths forward in disagreement, and shape the way faith is expressed in the modern world.

Representing a broad spectrum of Christian thought, both explicit and implicit, we publish in the categories of memoir, self-help, social issues, spiritual development and lifestyle. Bestselling and notable authors include Austin Channing Brown, Richard Rohr, Kate Bowler, Jedidiah Jenkins, Matthew Paul Turner, Roma Downey, Sarah Bessey, Erwin McManus, Jenny Marrs, Esau McCaulley, and Kevin and Melissa Fredericks.

The Essentials

The Assistant provides administrative and editorial support to three senior-level editors on a list of bestselling narrative and faith-based nonfiction. Daily responsibilities include all-around project support for editors, calendar and meeting management, proposal/manuscript reading and submission management, drafting flap and catalogue copy, and brainstorming creative publishing approaches and solutions to help authors/books through the publication process.

The Editorial Assistant should be highly motivated, enthusiastic about publishing, and enjoy reading broadly and often. We are looking for a meticulous self-starter who is invested in the process of bringing them to a wide readership, communicates clearly, and will be an active participant on a collaborative team. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse set of responsibilities efficiently and effectively and be comfortable asking for help when needed.

Position Summary
• Providing general administrative support, filing departmental expense reports, scheduling meetings, routing author payments, keeping track of project due dates, executing mailings, and fielding questions from authors.
• Creating profit & loss documents, contract information sheets, collecting sales data, and competitive title research.
• Working with authors, publishers, agents, and the managing editorial department to coordinate and keep track of production process from finished manuscript to bound book.
• Researching trends and competition, including sales research on comparative titles.
• Preparing title information sheets and other marketing materials.
• Writing and editing catalog, flap, and marketing copy.
• Evaluating manuscripts, logging submissions, and drafting rejection letters.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Prior office experience with administrative duties
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An avid reader who keeps up with trends and has an abiding interest in current events and religious nonfiction
• A team player who treats others with respect and has the ability to build internal & external relationships with departments, authors, agents, and other stakeholders
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong follow-up skills
• Superb organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve creatively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

The salary for this position is $48,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. Please apply by October 9, 2023 at 11:59 pm EDT using our online application process. Please submit a cover letter with your resume - we would love to hear about your interest in this role and what kind of books you're passionate about reading!

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dy2wkm-18-119-140-58-42 in your application.