Associate Editor, Simon & Schuster Books

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Associate Editor to join our editorial team at Simon & Schuster assisting the publisher and acquiring/editing select titles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scheduling: Maintain and manage publisher’s calendar and daily schedule.
• Manage Expense Reports: File expense reports in a timely fashion.
• Compile Materials: Gather comparative titles, P&Ls and other materials involved in acquisition process.
• Project Management: Oversee the production schedule of publisher’s titles, ensuring deadlines are met and coordinating with other departments such as design, production, marketing, and sales.
• Editorial Duties: Assist publisher in editorial process from acquisition to final book, including structural editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading.
• Write Copy: Compose book descriptions for covers and online retail pages.
• Author and Agent Relations: Serve as a point of contact for authors and agents, answering questions and offering guidance throughout the publishing process.
• Market Research: Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and potential acquisition opportunities.
• Occasional Acquisitions: Opportunity to acquire/edit titles and build a list.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, Communications, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in book or magazine publishing, with a focus on editorial work.
• Experience with both fiction and non-fiction is a plus—specifically literary memoir with a pop culture bent.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience brainstorming book ideas and titles.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and editorial software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, InDesign).
• Please note the person hired into this role will be expected to be in the office 4 days a week.

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.