• Job Description

  Req#: R13175

  Job Description:

  THE OPPORTUNITY

  This is an editorial role supporting the Editorial Director of Graphix Media and AFK and the Executive Editor responsible for BOB Books and I Survived. This role is responsible for writing factsheets, reviewing manuscripts and mechanicals, creating school market commitments, finalizing ISBNs, scheduling meetings, managing calendars, completing paperwork for deal memos, ordering books from the warehouse, running P&Ls, and various other entry-level editorial and administrative tasks. This position will work closely with the Editorial Director and Executive Editor on manuscripts and layouts through all stages of production. The editorial assistant will learn about all stages of licensed book acquisition, from review and evaluation all the way through final production.

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Completing paperwork for author contracts, book ISBNs, school market commits, etc.

  • Reviewing and submitting materials for approval to licensors through online database

  • Helping manage book specs in online database and on grids

  • Writing back cover and catalog copy / metadata

  • General administrative support for busy Editorial Director and Executive Editor, including scheduling meetings, running P&Ls, and handling ebooks

  • Reading manuscripts, providing editorial feedback, and reviewing layouts through all stages of book production

  • Ordering books for authors and illustrators, and for departmental staff

  WHO WE ARE

  Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 100+ years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at www.scholastic.com .

  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.

  Qualifications

  HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Must have a love of pop culture, whether it’s TV, movies, videogames, children’s lit, or all of the above.

  • Must have good basic writing and editing skills – involvement in college newspaper or other writing organization a plus

  • Must be organized and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Skills in online meeting applications and Adobe Acrobat Pro a plus.

  Experience: 0-3 Years

  Education: Bachelor’s degree

  Time Type:

  Full time

  Job Type:

  Regular

  Job Family Group:

  Publishing

  Location Region/State:

  New York

  Compensation Range:

  Annual Salary: 48,500.00 - 51,000.00

  EEO Statement:

  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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  EEO Scholastic Policy Statement

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• About the company

  Find the best books, literary resources and educational solutions for kids at Scholastic, a leader in publishing and education for nearly 100 years.

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