Editorial Assistant, Audio

Macmillan Audio is looking for a diligent and resourceful self-starter interested in joining the fastest growing segment of the publishing industry. This entry-level position reports to the Editorial Director and will have the opportunity to learn about the audiobook business, overall publishing trends, and Macmillan titles across all imprints. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for audio books and a curiosity for innovation.

They will work well independently and within a collaborative team environment. Time management, confidence in communication, and top‑notch organizational skills are a must.

• Organize launch materials across all imprints for audio review
• Conduct sales and territory research
• Research appropriate comp titles
• Track seasonal audiobook title lists and maintain informational databases
• Schedule seasonal check‑ins with subrights teams
• Evaluate manuscripts to determine the potential for audio
• Communicate with the Managing Editor about new audiobook titles
• Participate in the P&L process
• Follow up on tasks discussed in audio title list discussions
• Assist with international master licensing
• Research potential titles for our programs
• Lead bi‑weekly editorial team meetings

• Demonstrated interest in audiobook and/or podcast publishing
• Strong written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize competing tasks and multitask as needed
• Fluency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint as well as Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Drive, and other data dashboards

• An internship in book, audiobook, or podcast publishing is a plus
• Experience in an office environment and/or a fast‑paced environment
• Independent projects from inception to completion

Salary for this position is $50,000.

Macmillan is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer consistently striving to foster a culture where everyone belongs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, physical ability, neurodiversity, genetic information, protected veteran status, family and economic status and background or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We prohibit discrimination of any kind and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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