We are seeking a Production Assistant to be involved in all aspects of scholarly book production, from manuscript to bound book, working closely with in-house production manager, editors, designers, and an out-of-house project management vendor.
Major Responsibilities:
* “packaging” books (here, referring to overseeing production editorial work performed by outside vendors as well as assuming duties for estimating, trafficking, scheduling, liaison, bills, and ordering for text and jackets)
* This position will work on at least 80-90 titles a year
Required Skills/Knowledge:
* excellent written and verbal communication skills
* the ability to juggle numerous tasks
* ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently
* exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail are a must
Experience Needed:
* office experience
* previous publishing experience and/or internship are a plus
Educational Background Required:
* Bachelors degree
PLEASE NOTE:
Applicants without cover letters will not be considered.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
HBO Seeks Freelance Copywriter
OVERALL SUMMARY
The Freelance Copywriter is responsible for writing, editing and proofing content that supports the HBO and Cinemax brands. This individual will create editorial communications, ensure consistent style, proper grammar and factual accuracy in all copy and act as a proofreader.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
# Write, edit and proof online content and communications and ensure consistent style, proper grammar and factual accuracy in all copy, including web content, e-newsletters, utility emails, metadata, image taglines, etc.
# Copywriting, involving all aspects of product writing, including messages within products being developed and communications to stimulate product usage, e.g., product instructions, error messages, product marketing emails.
# Work independently to execute assigned projects.
# Keep team members and managers informed with regular project updates.
# Collaborate with team members.
# Provide proactive leadership on copy for all assigned projects.
# Report directly to Editorial Manager.
REQUIREMENTS
# College degree required.
# A minimum of 5 years of copyediting, proofing and copywriting experience.
# Very strong interest in/knowledge of movies.
# Extremely detail-oriented.
# Demonstrated ability to write compelling copy for all advertising/marketing media (i.e., print advertisements, newsletters, online, invitations, posters, etc.) Writing samples required.
# Understanding of basic legal principles, including copyrights and trademarks.
# Proficient with both Mac and PC platforms, Microsoft Office software, and online technology.
# Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style and AP style.
Excellent organizational, time management, presentation, and verbal/written communication skills.
# Ability to meet short deadlines and work in fast-paced environment.
# Ability to interface with all levels of management.
# Entertainment industry experience a plus.
Please include a link in your resume to your portfolio of work/samples.
The Freelance Copywriter is responsible for writing, editing and proofing content that supports the HBO and Cinemax brands. This individual will create editorial communications, ensure consistent style, proper grammar and factual accuracy in all copy and act as a proofreader.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
# Write, edit and proof online content and communications and ensure consistent style, proper grammar and factual accuracy in all copy, including web content, e-newsletters, utility emails, metadata, image taglines, etc.
# Copywriting, involving all aspects of product writing, including messages within products being developed and communications to stimulate product usage, e.g., product instructions, error messages, product marketing emails.
# Work independently to execute assigned projects.
# Keep team members and managers informed with regular project updates.
# Collaborate with team members.
# Provide proactive leadership on copy for all assigned projects.
# Report directly to Editorial Manager.
REQUIREMENTS
# College degree required.
# A minimum of 5 years of copyediting, proofing and copywriting experience.
# Very strong interest in/knowledge of movies.
# Extremely detail-oriented.
# Demonstrated ability to write compelling copy for all advertising/marketing media (i.e., print advertisements, newsletters, online, invitations, posters, etc.) Writing samples required.
# Understanding of basic legal principles, including copyrights and trademarks.
# Proficient with both Mac and PC platforms, Microsoft Office software, and online technology.
# Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style and AP style.
Excellent organizational, time management, presentation, and verbal/written communication skills.
# Ability to meet short deadlines and work in fast-paced environment.
# Ability to interface with all levels of management.
# Entertainment industry experience a plus.
Please include a link in your resume to your portfolio of work/samples.
The Big Apple Magazine Seeks Writers!
The Big Apple Magazine, a new online and monthly print publication featuring the best in dining, culture, and nightlife, is looking for proactive, dependable, detail and deadline-oriented writing interns.
The ideal candidate is interested in arts & entertainment, dining, and/or the nightlife and has a flair for writing. Experience writing for publication, either at a student newspaper or a professional publication, is strongly preferred. The opportunity is unpaid, and would last for approximately 2-3 months with the potential for growth into a paid position for the right candidate.
Interns will have the opportunity to both pitch and write stories for our website, as well as for our monthly print issue--which will be distributed throughout NYC’s hotels, airports and various places that tourists and suburbanites enter the city.
We are a small, dedicated staff who will consider you to be an integral part of our team's creative and editorial process so long as you are hard working and passionate. Undergraduate/graduate students and recent college graduates with outstanding writing abilities are also encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
Minimum commitment of 3 months is required.
Interested applicants should forward a resume, a brief note detailing what you would be interested in writing about and why you would be a great addition to our team AND 2 professional writing clips.
Please send all required materials to: administrative@thebigapplemagazine.com.
The ideal candidate is interested in arts & entertainment, dining, and/or the nightlife and has a flair for writing. Experience writing for publication, either at a student newspaper or a professional publication, is strongly preferred. The opportunity is unpaid, and would last for approximately 2-3 months with the potential for growth into a paid position for the right candidate.
Interns will have the opportunity to both pitch and write stories for our website, as well as for our monthly print issue--which will be distributed throughout NYC’s hotels, airports and various places that tourists and suburbanites enter the city.
We are a small, dedicated staff who will consider you to be an integral part of our team's creative and editorial process so long as you are hard working and passionate. Undergraduate/graduate students and recent college graduates with outstanding writing abilities are also encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
Minimum commitment of 3 months is required.
Interested applicants should forward a resume, a brief note detailing what you would be interested in writing about and why you would be a great addition to our team AND 2 professional writing clips.
Please send all required materials to: administrative@thebigapplemagazine.com.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Wireless Generation Inc., Brookyn, Seeks Temporary Proofreader
Wireless Generation helps teachers and school administrators improve every child's learning experience.
We're looking for a proofreader who can help us eliminate the opportunity for educators to take a red pen to our materials. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for errors and is comfortable working through a high volume of text on aggressive deadlines.
Responsibilities:
* Proofreading student and teacher materials in print, online, and on handheld computers
* Checking graphic elements for placement, accuracy, and correspondence to surrounding text
* Ensuring correct branding and trademarking
* Discussing recommended corrections with project managers
Qualifications:
* Four-year degree and at least one year of professional proofreading experience
* Demonstrated proofreading skills (test is administered)
* Attention to detail, commitment to producing quality product, respect for deadlines
* Aptitude for proofreading both digital files and paper materials
* Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat is required; other computer experience a plus.
We're looking for a proofreader who can help us eliminate the opportunity for educators to take a red pen to our materials. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for errors and is comfortable working through a high volume of text on aggressive deadlines.
Responsibilities:
* Proofreading student and teacher materials in print, online, and on handheld computers
* Checking graphic elements for placement, accuracy, and correspondence to surrounding text
* Ensuring correct branding and trademarking
* Discussing recommended corrections with project managers
Qualifications:
* Four-year degree and at least one year of professional proofreading experience
* Demonstrated proofreading skills (test is administered)
* Attention to detail, commitment to producing quality product, respect for deadlines
* Aptitude for proofreading both digital files and paper materials
* Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat is required; other computer experience a plus.
Oxford University Press Seeks Assistant to the Publisher
Assist the Publisher, Director of Marketing, and National Sales Manager of the Higher Education Division in all aspects of administration, including budgeting, budget monitoring and reporting, personnel matters, monthly analysis, as well as handle correspondence, filing, appointments, event planning (including negotiating cost-effective arrangements), and travel arrangements for the HE Publisher.
Take a lead role in the hiring, training, and mentoring editorial support staff in the Higher Education Division.
Job Requirements: University degree. Previous experience as an assistant required; experience as an executive assistant preferred. Excellent computer skills (knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access, and Excel essential).
Ability to balance a variety of responsibilities and handle many projects simultaneously, efficiently, accurately, and with good cheer. Excellent organization, grammar, and oral/written language skills; excellent phone manner and customer service skills.
Proven discretion is essential, since this position will deal with confidential material.
Take a lead role in the hiring, training, and mentoring editorial support staff in the Higher Education Division.
Job Requirements: University degree. Previous experience as an assistant required; experience as an executive assistant preferred. Excellent computer skills (knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access, and Excel essential).
Ability to balance a variety of responsibilities and handle many projects simultaneously, efficiently, accurately, and with good cheer. Excellent organization, grammar, and oral/written language skills; excellent phone manner and customer service skills.
Proven discretion is essential, since this position will deal with confidential material.
Rodale is Currently Accepting Resumes for Fall Internships
Rodale is currently accepting resumes for the 2010 Fall Internship Program. Internships are open to students eligible for academic credit from an accredited college or university.
The ideal candidate will have a strong academic record, previous intern experience and an interest in the chosen area of the business. Internships are based in the New York City location.
The ideal candidate will possess: excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, willingness to do administrative tasks, and the ability to juggle multiple duties. This person must have experience in Word and Excel; InDesign experience would be a plus.
The ideal candidate will have a strong academic record, previous intern experience and an interest in the chosen area of the business. Internships are based in the New York City location.
The ideal candidate will possess: excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, willingness to do administrative tasks, and the ability to juggle multiple duties. This person must have experience in Word and Excel; InDesign experience would be a plus.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Full-time PAID Internship @ Etsy.com
Etsy’s blog editors are looking for a full-time paid intern who is NYC-based and able to work from our Brooklyn office.
Our blog (http://blog.etsy.com) is geared towards readers interested in what we call handmade style and culture.
In this internship you will gain experience:
* Working for a company with a very passionate online community.
* Writing and editing for a broad array of readers.
* Coming up with creative ways to do visual merchandising.
* Participating in a collaborative work-flow at a growing Internet company.
Our blog (http://blog.etsy.com) is geared towards readers interested in what we call handmade style and culture.
In this internship you will gain experience:
* Working for a company with a very passionate online community.
* Writing and editing for a broad array of readers.
* Coming up with creative ways to do visual merchandising.
* Participating in a collaborative work-flow at a growing Internet company.
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