Publishing Assistant, Riverhead

Job Description

Are you passionate about books and interested in the behind-the-scenes business that makes them happen? Riverhead Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House, is looking for a Publishing Assistant in the Editorial department to report to the Publisher of the Riverhead Books imprint.

This position is in support of editorial operations and offers excellent insight into the processes of our department, as well as a big-picture overview of how the publishing industry works. We're looking for someone who enjoys organizing workflow, managing efficient communication channels and keeping track of the many detailed tasks involved in creating and publishing an imprint's list.

Please apply using our ATS system by July 8, 2024 and include your resume for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and look over our open-to-remote guidelines on our FAQs page.

Responsibilities:
• Schedule imprint-wide meetings and editorial meetings
• Manage tracking systems for submissions, acquisitions, attendance, etc.
• Process copyright forms, author copy orders and supply orders, etc.
• Point person in editorial for assisting in work with corporate systems including Authenticity Read database, Box, InMotion, BPI, OneDrive, Adobe, etc.
• Point person for backlist management
• Read submissions / produce reports / create reading group guides as requested by editors
• In office four full days a week and available for editorial and imprint-wide projects

Requirements:
• Project management experience
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. An interest and eagerness in learning new systems and software.
• Passion for organizing efficient workflow
• Ability to communicate and coordinate across teams
• Interest in helping to make operations and processes run efficiently
• Self-starter with impeccable attention to detail
• Works well under pressure and can handle multiple responsibilities in a deadline driven environment
• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and demonstrate excellent time management skills
• Strong sense of integrity with ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

The salary for this position is $48,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

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-r0k6be-18-224-54-168-42 in your application.