Editorial Assistant - Adult Romance Jobs

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Location:
United States, Naperville

Category:
Media

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

21.16 - 24.04 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

Sourcebooks is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support our rapidly expanding adult romance fiction program. As the largest woman-led publisher in North America—and one of the fastest-growing publishers in the U.S.—we bring extraordinary stories to millions of readers through bold, imaginative, and data-driven publishing. We’re a collaborative team of book lovers who believe in creativity, curiosity, and making books that truly matter. In this role, you’ll work closely with acquiring editors to shepherd a wide range of romance titles from concept to publication. You’ll contribute to the creative development of bestselling romantic fiction, help shape compelling packages for readers, and keep projects moving with precision and care.

Job Responsibility:

Act as a project coordinator and liaison across editors for romance and related genre titles
Assist in the creative development of books, products, features, and new ideas
Conduct industry and market research to help evaluate trends, identify opportunities, and assess competitive positioning
Prepare copy for back covers, launch sheets, catalog pages, ARCs, and other metadata needs
Write engaging catalog, jacket, and marketing copy, and manage updates across company databases
Support acquiring editors and publishing managers as a key partner in positioning new products—shaping content, category, titling, and more
Maintain editorial schedules and collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure timely execution
Assist with general editorial tasks, including clerical work, correspondence, shipping, and editorial corrections
Help manage weekly and monthly reporting, including sales data tracking

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
A deep love of books and a passionate, demonstrable love of modern adult romance
1–2 years of publishing experience preferred
A willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic editorial environment
A self-starter mentality with initiative, curiosity, and a desire to build toward acquiring your own romance list
Comfort speaking in front of groups and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners
A positive, collaborative spirit
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to juggle short- and long-term projects effectively and with great speed
Excellent grammar skills with a sharp eye for errors big and small
Strong knowledge of book production processes, from concept through publication, is a significant advantage
A voracious reading habit in adult romance, with strong familiarity with traditional and indie authors, tropes, trends, and community conversations

Nice to have:

1–2 years of publishing experience
internships, freelance work, and other editorial experiences count
Strong knowledge of book production processes, from concept through publication

What we offer:

Medical/Prescription drug insurance
Dental
Vision
Health Care
Dependent Care
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account 401(k)
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life/AD&D Insurance
generous paid time off

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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