Editorial Assistant (PH)

Job Posting Title:

Editorial Assistant (PH)

Req ID:

10143850

Job Description:

Reports to: Editorial Director

We are seeking a motivated, energetic, creative, and incredibly detail-oriented Editorial Assistant to support key Disney Hyperion publishing programs. The Editorial Assistant will report to the Editorial Director and work closely with the entire editorial team. Must be passionate about children’s books and Disney entertainment properties, have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and excel at managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.

Responsibilities Include:

Support management of key publishing programs

Participate in creative brainstorming meetings

Liaise with various Departments including Design, Marketing, Publicity, Sales, and Content Packaging

Prepare acquisition paperwork, including acquisitions memos and P&Ls; track paperwork for approved projects through the acquisitions process

Set up acquired projects in title management system

Draft fact sheets, catalog copy, bound galley copy, and jacket/cover copy

Send stages of proofs to authors/illustrators for review

Request ISBNs and maintain title system

Manage and process payments for titles; track payments and troubleshoot problems

Order author/illustrator and agent complimentary copies of new releases

Create and manage power point presentations as needed

The candidate should have:

4 year college degree

Proficiency in Office suite

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a high-volume environment

Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task successfully

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Strong interest in and knowledge of commercial children’s fiction

Design program knowledge a plus

The ability to brainstorm new ideas with a large team

The hiring range for this position in New York is $42,600.00-$57,000.00. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Publishing

Job Posting Primary Business:

Global Book Commercialization (NA)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Publishing - Creative Content-Editorial

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-03-11