Editorial Assistant

Job Description:

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Editorial Assistant reports to the Executive Director of licensed media and nonfiction publishing, with a primary focus on proprietary publishing for the Clubs and Fairs distribution channels.

This role supports at least 3 Editorial team members in the group on both licensed media publishing and children’s nonfiction. The role is responsible for administrative support as well as project management. The position also handles the purchase and/or development of promotional items (pens, stickers, bookmarks, etc.) for the clubs and fairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Data entry and data integrity maintenance for list of over 100 titles annually, ensuring product specs and information are accurate in publishing database and shared Google Drive documents

• Create all P&L forms in online P&L system, track cost and P&L approvals, and assign ISBNs when projects are final and approved.

• Assist with editorial tasks on nonfiction projects, including light fact-checking, researching and working with Subject Matter Experts when needed.

• Maintaining access to all Licensor content databases and approvals systems for Licensed books, including setting up all titles in those systems, submitting concepts for approval, downloading art and other assets when needed, and submitting safety test reports seasonally. Route files through licensor databases to securing approval from partners and assist with routing projects through to production to meet final print deadlines.

• Assist with administrative workflow throughout the department, including creation and routing of all contracts, purchase orders, quote forms, fact sheets, etc.

• Create and maintain Powerpoint presentations with covers, ISBNS, specs, descriptions and sales figures for each seasonal list, including: seasonal brainstorm ideas lists, final seasonal lists, and various themed presentations as needed.

• Coordinate the purchase and/or development of school supplies and promotional incentive items (pens, posters, stickers, bookmarks) for school channels with guidance and supervision.

• Write back cover and catalog copy as requested; create fact sheets and annotations.

• Gather assets for catalog photography & act as liaison with photographer for school channel catalogs and online merchandising team.

• Schedule and organize meetings internally and externally, including creating/sending agendas and taking/distributing follow-up notes.

• General administrative support & light editorial work as needed.

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)

Bachelor's Degree.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to juggle multiple projects on tight deadlines.

Office experience or internship preferred.

Interest in, or experience with, children's media brands and/or nonfiction publishing.

Time Type:Full timeJob Type:RegularJob Family Group:PublishingLocation Region/State:New YorkCompensation Range:Annual Salary: 48,500.00 - 50,500.00EEO 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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