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Company

Macmillan Learning · 14 hours ago

Editorial Assistant (Contract)

United States

Full-time, Contract

Remote

Entry Level

$20/hr - $20/hr

1+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Assist in the operations across various sunset print-on-demand databases, namely: Bedford Select for Composition and Literature. Work may include but is not limited to:

Tracking permissions usages when readers are reprinted

Notifying instructors about the copyright expiration of readers, and connecting them with sales reps to update their adoptions

Assist in the production of all types of custom projects, including but not limited to:

Preparing and formatting manuscripts

Creating front matter and TOCs

Photo research

Creating informational spreadsheets

Proofreading

Tracking permissions invoices and approvals

Assist with other administrative work, including drafting contracts, gathering information for estimates, working on spreadsheets, etc.

Assist custom media team in production, including but not limited to:

Creating online assessment questions and test banks

Compiling PDF eBook files

Reviewing and testing ePub files

Reviewing courseware for quality assurance

Maintaining project files and metadata

Qualification

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Proofreading skillsMS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointGoogle for BusinessAdobe Acrobat ProBook publishing experienceWebsite developmentDigital design process

Required

Ability to handle multiple projects while working in a fast-paced, energetic environment

Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently

Superior verbal and written communication skills

Outstanding customer service and problem-solving skills

Excellent and demonstrated proofreading skills and attentiveness to detail

Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Google for Business, and Adobe Acrobat Pro

One year of relevant work experience (may include student internships)

Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred

Previous book publishing experience a plus

Website development experience and familiarity with the digital design process a plus

English major preferred

Company

Macmillan Learning

Glassdoor

3.8

Macmillan Learning improves lives through learning and offers content developed in partnership with the authors, educators, and developers. It is a sub-organization of Macmillan.

Founded in 1946

New York, New York, USA

501-1,000 employees