Publishing Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group

Job Description

Publishing Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, detail oriented Publishing Assistant who will support the Penguin Publishing Group's backlist publishing team. The ideal candidate will be able to manage the day-to-day functions of the team while keeping track of numerous publishing projects. Exceptional organizational skills are a must. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with all imprints within the Penguin Publishing Group and get a bird's-eye view of the overall publishing process. You will gain valuable experience working on backlist books which are titles that have been published for more than 1 year.

Responsibilities:
• Provide administrative support, such as organizing and scheduling meetings and taking minutes
• Update and manage backlist project tracking grids and programmatic publishing calendars daily
• Compile project information and relevant materials that can be communicated to the sales and imprint teams on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Run weekly reporting using both internal systems and Power BI dashboards tailored to backlist needs in order to keep the team aware of sales spikes, inventory status, project performance, reprint delivery timing, and potential project opportunities

The idea candidate will have:
• No prior publishing experience required
• Desire to learn about the publishing process from start to finish
• A passion for both fiction and nonfiction, and an interest in genre fiction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and build internal relationships with various imprint departments
• Exceptional attention to detail and outstanding follow-up and multitask skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, familiarity with PowerBI a plus

The salary for this position is $48,000. Please apply by June 21, 2024, and include a cover letter with your resume. 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-ro7pm3-216-73-216-221-42 in your application.