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Assistant Editor, Doubleday (On Site)

Doubleday Publishing Group, an imprint of the Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group and a storied leader in literary and commercial publishing, seeks an Assistant Editor.

Reporting to the Vice President & Executive Editor, the Assistant Editor will provide all-around project support on their titles (8-10 new frontlist fiction titles per year, plus corresponding paperbacks) while also acting as a liaison between authors, agents, and different departments within the Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group. The Assistant Editor will also provide title-specific support for select titles (usually nonfiction) edited by the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief.

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The Assistant Editor will work closely with a roster of talented authors and their books, which over the years has included Claire Lombardo, Bonnie Garmus, Percival Everett, Margaret Atwood, David Grann, Hampton Sides, Candice Millard and Patrick Radden Keefe.

Specific responsibilities include:

+ Provides strong administrative support to the VP & Executive Editor (manages due dates, routes files, handles mailings, etc.).

+ Does first reads of submitted manuscripts, logs submissions, and writes reader’s reports and rejection letters.

+ Learns editorial skills, including line and structural editing, under the guidance of the Editor

+ Writes first draft of all catalog, flap, and marketing copy; prepares title information sheets and updates online feeds of updated materials.

+ Attends editorial meetings and all relevant imprint meetings.

+ Acts as a liaison between authors, agents, and other in-house departments.

+ Coordinates the editorial and production process.

+ Handles art logs and helps authors with legal vetting, endnote formulation, index review and other processes for non-fiction titles as required.

+ Creates P&Ls and contract information sheets.

+ Collects sales data and provides competitive title research; brainstorms comparative titles and potential blurbers.

+ Manages paperback reprints of all hardcover titles.

+ Submits all business-related expenses and reimbursements.

Please apply if you meet the following requirements:

+ Minimum two years of previous trade editorial experience (experience with fiction and nonfiction a plus)

+ Must be an avid reader, who reads across a broad fiction spectrum and keeps up with reading trends

+ Ability to use strong point of view and publishing acumen on books to provide analytical and marketplace feedback, both verbally and written

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to manage a high-volume email inbox timely and efficiently

+ Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment

+ Exceptional attention to detail and follow-up skills

+ Superb organizational skills

+ Ability to take initiative and problem-solve creatively

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Adobe, and Google Drive

+ Solutions-focused when met with challenges and can comfortably adapt to changes and anticipate needs once familiar with the role

The salary for this position is $56,000.00.** **All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.  

This is a fully in-office position based in New York City. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

**Please apply by September 15, 2025 and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our** applicant resources page (https://careers.penguinrandomhouse.com/applicant-resources/) **and our** FAQs page. (https://careers.penguinrandomhouse.com/applicant-resources/frequently-asked-questions/)

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company:

Penguin Random House LLC

| Job ID:

282688

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