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Editorial Assistant, Appetite - Vancouver, Canada - Penguin Random House Canada Limited
Description
Editorial Assistant, Appetite
The salary range for this position begins at $46,809.
As a team of dedicated book-loving professionals, we discover, shape, and share content that nurtures thoughts, dreams, and conversations around the globe, ensuring that new and established voices are heard.
We respect and value each individual and their lived experiences and commit to creating a more diverse team and establishing a culture of belonging. If you self-identify as Black, Indigenous, a person of colour, a member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, or another marginalized group, we strongly encourage you to apply.
We're looking for an Editorial Assistant to join the team at Appetite.
Are you passionate about cookbooks? Do you pride yourself on your keen attention to detail? Do you work well both independently and as a member of a fast-paced team? Do you have sharp administrative skills and a flexible, confident approach when it comes to juggling competing priorities? Are you a creative and proactive problem solver?
If this describes you, consider joining us on an exciting journey as we write new chapters of Penguin Random House Canada's culture and employee experience story together.
Your contribution to the story:
Reporting to Appetite's Editorial Director, the Editorial Assistant will provide administrative and editorial support to our award-winning food and lifestyle imprint. This role offers the opportunity for hands-on and meaningful experience in the editorial process and to be part of the day-to-day inner workings of a busy publishing house.
At Appetite, we are looking for a creative, proactive, energetic individual who will take on a wide variety of tasks with confidence and enthusiasm. The ability to understand and anticipate the needs of our team and work confidently to support them is of paramount importance. To work at Appetite, an interest in food and lifestyle publishing is essential, as is a genuine passion and curiosity for what we do.
The successful candidate will be able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities at the same time, while keeping themselves and others on track. Exceptional copyediting and proofreading skills are required for this role, as are stellar information management skills and a flair for copywriting.
What you'll do:
Experience and knowledge you'll bring (qualifications):
We're looking for someone with a deep enthusiasm for a wide range of cookbooks and lifestyle books. Within your cover letter, please share with us a recently published cookbook that you believe was particularly successful, and why it stood out to you (in no more than 200 words).
Candidates must be within commuting distance of Vancouver or Toronto. Our offices are open, and we are working in a flexible model where employees are in the office at least three days per week.
Interested candidates should apply with their cover letter and resume by May 13th, 2024. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please contact Human Resources at or if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies.
Company: Penguin Random House Canada Limited
Country: Canada
State/Region: British Columbia
City: Vancouver
Postal Code: V6B 1A1
Job ID: 270296
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