Could This Editorial Assistant Gig Be Your Glass Slipper?

By Nadine Cheung 

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disneylogo060310.jpgDisney is in search of an editorial assistant to support the editor-in-chief and one executive editor in its New York office. There is a heavy administrative aspect to this position, but if you’re interested in pursuing a career in book publishing, this may be your “in.”

One year of experience answering phones and maintaining calendars is a key requirement, but the ideal candidate will also track book projects start to finish and act as a liaison between editors, authors, and agents. In addition, he or she will be asked to read and evaluate manuscripts and to draft copy for promotional materials.

Hey, an assistant gig is what you make of it. Make a good impression with your strong reading and writing skills, and a plum editor position could be in your future. Sound good? Apply here.