About Insight Editions
Insight Editions is an award-winning independent book publisher and entertainment company. We specialize in the creation and distribution of stationery, gifts, books, and comics in partnership with leading entertainment brands, authors, photographers, and artists in over forty countries. For over 20 years, Insight Editions has developed a reputation for innovation, quality and driving commercial success for its products and brands.
Job Description
Insight Editions seeks an Editorial Assistant to provide support to the Insight editorial team. We have a thorough training program that provides hands-on learning throughout the editorial process. Our publishing program includes titles representing many of the world’s largest pop-culture brands, from Harry Potter to DC Comics to Disney. The role is a great opportunity for a candidate to learn the editorial process for a global publishing company that publishes across many formats. The assistant will report to the Senior Editor, and collaborate closely with creative services team members within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
This is a full-time in person position located in our San Rafael, CA or Burbank, CA office.
Qualifications
- Assist the Executive Editor and editorial team on all aspects of acquisitions and project management of Insight Edition titles including brainstorming, research, concept development, creation of pitch materials, writing title outlines, rights & clearance tracking, licensor approval tracking, updating title information in FileMaker and distribution portals.
- Assist in the creation/gathering of information for marketing and sales collateral, including sales copy, sell sheets, catalog copy, sales decks, and brochures.
- Interact with professionalism with authors, artists, designers, filmmakers, licensors, agents, in-house staff in all departments of Insight Editions and, on occasion, with licensors.
- Gather and sort assets for use in sales materials and book layouts, create book maps.
- Search and analyze competitive market research and compile reports.
- Assist with ongoing database management projects.
- Take accurate notes in meetings and distribute to teams.
- Track project development costs, process invoices for approval.
- Perform general administrative duties, such as managing ongoing meetings, emailing updates, tracking approvals with licensors.
Key responsibilities
- BA in English or a related field.
- 1 to 2 years editorial experience a plus, preferably within a publishing environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A passion for books and writing; enthusiasm for children’s publishing a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Workspace.
- Knowledge of the film, television, and gaming industries.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
This is a full-time in person position located in our San Rafael, CA or Burbank, CA office. Insight Editions offers a 401k savings program, employer-paid health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, paid sick leave, and paid vacation time.
Insight Editions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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