Editorial Assistant

NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Editorial Assistant Trade Publishing will assist the Editorial Director and Executive Editor Harry Potter Publishing primarily providing administrative and editorial support on all core Harry Potter titles including frontlist publishing and backlist development as well as select other childrens book titles. This position provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of childrens books to develop editorial skills and to engage in publishing strategy on high-profile titles in a fast-paced environment.

Please note this position requires a minimum of two days per week working in-office at Scholastics NYC (Soho) location. Additional in-office attendance may be required if the essential functions of the role require it.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide editorial support for all frontlist and backlist Harry Potter titles including initial review of routing material; coordination with production design and freelancers; drafting of copy and metadata; review of proofs; and management of reprint corrections.

• Provide administrative support including scheduling of meetings note-taking preparation of presentation and meeting materials mailings file management research etc.

• Provide editorial support on select other titles ranging from board books and picture books to graphic novels as needed; this may include review of routing passes drafting of copy and transmittals and evaluation of new submissions.

• Coordinate cross-departmentally with Sales Marketing Publicity and Scholastic Reading Events to manage all information and material requests.

• Participate in ideation of new publishing/backlist opportunities

About Scholastic

For more than 100 years Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are at school at home and in their communities by creating quality content and experiences all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories characters and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling childrens books literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines and award-winning entertaining childrens media. As the worlds largest publisher and distributor of childrens books through school-based book clubs and book fairs classroom libraries school and public libraries retail and online and with a global reach into more than 135 countries Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading themselves and the world around them. Learn more at .

Some benefits that we offer:

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)

• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions

• Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees

• Generous Parental Leave Program

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.

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HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Crucial strengths include excellent writing skills problem solving organizational and time management skills and fluidity of communication in all forms (in person on the phone over video and via email).

• Ability to meet deadlines prioritize and multi-task across several projects simultaneously.

• Strong knowledge and affinity for the Harry Potter books and brand.

• Strong interest in editorial development and publishing strategy.

• PowerPoint / visual presentation skills are a plus.

Experience and Education:

Experience: Entry-level

Education: B.A.

Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race religion color sex pregnancy national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further all personnel actions (such as compensation tuition aid benefits transfers promotions and dismissals company-sponsored training social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.

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