Editorial Assistant

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Goodheart-Willcox Publishers

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Tinley Park, Illinois

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Editorial Assistant will support the editorial process by conducting manuscript reviews, managing reviewer feedback, and performing administrative tasks. They will also assist with market research, copyediting, proofreading, and quality assurance for digital products.

Qualifications

We are looking for an Editorial Assistant with a Bachelor's degree, preferably in English, Publishing Studies, or Journalism. The ideal candidate will have excellent English language and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong organizational abilities to support the editorial process in a hybrid work environment.

Job Description

Editorial Assistant Hybrid   Goodheart‑Willcox Publisher is an employee‑owned company and a recognized leader in Career and Technical Education, is seeking an Editorial Assistant! This is a great opportunity to get experience supporting all the facets of the editorial process. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with great organizational and time management skills. This position will follow a hybrid schedule, working a minimum of one day per week in our Tinley Park, Illinois office.   Our compensation is market based and takes into account a variety of factors including the candidate’s skill set, experience level, internal equity, and location. For this position, we anticipate the starting salary falling between $40,000 and $45,000 per year. In addition, the company makes a 10% contribution to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan and a 4% matching contribution to the 401(k).    What you’ll do:
  • Conduct manuscript reviews, which includes identifying qualified instructors, gathering and sending review materials to the reviewers, managing deadlines for multiple reviewers of several projects, and helping the editors assemble and analyze reviewers’ feedback.
  • Assist with calling reviewers and completing internal back-end administration processes, ensuring that reviewers are paid and have a pleasant experience with Goodheart-Willcox.
  • Use spreadsheets and databases to track administrative and editorial activities.
  • Assist with market research as directed.
  • Perform basic copyediting and proofreading as needed in a digital environment.
  • Prepare digital manuscript copy and art sheets according to stylizing and formatting guidelines for production.
  • Assist with photo research and acquisition, as needed, and maintain digital photo files.
  • Track text and supplement corrections for reprints and process reprint panels.
  • Perform quality assurance on software product ancillaries.
  What you’ll bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree required. Degrees in English, Publishing Studies, or Journalism is a plus.
  • Experience in college writing center, peer editing, or university publishing center is a plus.
  • A minimum of six months of office support experience is a plus.
  • Excellent knowledge of basic English language skills needed to perform editing tasks, specifically, sufficient grammar and usage skills to edit manuscript and create text copy at a level acceptable to Goodheart-Willcox publishing standards.
  • Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Windows.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to conduct training sessions and deliver reports or presentations.
  What we offer:   Goodheart-Willcox Publisher is an employee-owned company driven by our mission, “We Build Careers.” G-W has spent over a century building a culture that we are proud of and is centered around our Core Values of Do the Right Thing, Can-do Attitude, Roll Up Your Sleeves, Always Improving, and Collaborative Spirit. When you join our team, you will experience an environment of collaboration, empowerment, and respect.   G-W prioritizes the health and well-being of our employees by offering carefully selected benefits and retirement options. Check out some of our generous benefits highlighted below:  
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan – a retirement plan that is 100% company funded 
  • 401(k) with a company match  
  • 3 Medical plan options 
  • 2 Dental plan options  
  • Vision plan  
  • Generous Paid Time Off 
  • Wellbeing Programs 
  • Cariloop – a Caregiver Concierge 
  • Pet Insurance 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Social Activities and Events 

Goodheart-Willcox Publisher provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry and marital status, and other protected classes, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

In addition, Goodheart-Willcox Publisher complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination of employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.   Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. We do not sponsor applicants for work visas.      

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Goodheart-Willcox Publishers

Established in 1921, Goodheart-Willcox publishes print and digital instructional materials for Career and Technical Education and Health and Wellness Education. G-W Publisher works alongside educators to provide them with personalized support, sharing their passion and their commitment to preparing students for success in life and career. G-W collaborates with outstanding authors, trustworthy reviewers, and industry-focused trade associations to provide quality, standards-based content with effective pedagogy. Learn more at www.g-w.com.
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