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Candlewick Press, a leading publisher of books for children, located in Somerville, MA, seeks an Editorial Assistant. The Editorial Assistant will provide variable levels of administrative and editorial support to an Executive Editorial Director and two off-site Senior Executive Editors (one of whom works part-time) with duties and responsibilities to include:
Required Skills and Experience:
Candidates must be extremely organized, attentive to detail, and able to multitask and prioritize. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and possess a strong interest in children's trade publishing, a motivation to learn, exceptional English language skills (proofreading, spelling, grammar), and strong communication and relationship-building skills. They will be expected to become proficient in Adobe Acrobat, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other common computer programs.
This is a full-time position based in Somerville, MA, with the option for hybrid work. The annual salary for this role is $41k. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; flex spending and 401k plans; voluntary benefits; generous paid time off and much more! If you wish to be considered for this opportunity, please forward a resume and cover letter to careers@candlewick.com.
To Apply: submit a resume and cover letter via e-mail to careers@candlewick.com, referencing "Editorial Assistant"Full Time
Preschool & Daycare
$70k-91k (estimate)
04/03/2024
06/30/2024
candlewick.com
SOMERVILLE, MA
200 - 500
1991
KAYLA LANDRY
$10M - $50M
Preschool & Daycare
Candlewick Press, based in Somerville, Massachusetts, publishes outstanding childrens books for readers of all ages. How have we done it? By publishing only those books we believe in, only those books that speak to children, and only those that have both words and art of the highest quality. Why do we care so much? As part of Walker Books Group, Candlewick Press enjoys a unique ownership structure which includes more than 75 of the employees in our US office, staff in our UK and AUS offices, plus more than 150 authors and illustrators. Our independence and passion translates into the highest-q...uality books possible for you, our discriminating readers -- the teachers, librarians, parents, and of course, children of all ages -- who have learned to expect a truly wonderful book wherever the Candlewick logo appears. Our imprints include: Templar Nosy Crow Big Picture Press Candlewick Entertainment Candlewick Studio Our divisions include: Walker Books US
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