Assistant, Books

This position provides general administrative and editorial support to the agent by managing the agent’s calendar, email, phones, sending submissions, evaluative queries and manuscripts, and handling a variety of client-oriented business.

Requirements

• one year of publishing-related work experience or internship in a literary or entertainment and sports environment, or related field
• detail oriented and able to handle complex instructions with care, follow-through, and follow up
• excellent multi-tasker and proven problem-solving abilities
• passionate about the business of publishing
• accuracy and thoroughness in execution of assigned tasks
• friendly and open demeanor with ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• ability to adapt to changes and work in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• dependable and proactive
• relentlessly curious
• able to prioritize the workload and use time efficiently

Benefits

• health care
• retirement
• vacation and other paid time off
• additional offerings