Editorial Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onFlour Bakery + Cafe, 131, Clarendon Street, Back Bay, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02116, United States
About the Company
FlatWorld is disrupting the Higher Education textbook industry with a clear mission: to bring textbook prices back down to earth. We serve college professors by ensuring their students have access to high-quality, digital-first textbooks at affordable prices. As a rapidly growing organization, we are dedicated to making the publishing process easier for educators and more accessible for learners.
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and collaborative Editorial Assistant to work directly with our Vice President of Editorial. This is a foundational, entry-level position designed for a curious and motivated individual eager to launch a career in publishing. You will act as a vital driver of the manuscript development process, serving as the primary coordinator for peer reviews and ensuring manuscripts are ready for production.
This role offers significant growth opportunities and exposure to the core pillars of our publishing program. You will be a detailed problem-solver who enjoys the "puzzle" of logistics, comfortable working both independently and within a tight-knit team. Your polished communication skills and mastery of business writing will be essential as you manage multiple moving parts and ensure high follow-through.
Based in our Boston office, this is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days per week in-person. You will serve as a key liaison between Editorial, Marketing, Production, and Finance, guiding authors through preparation processes and facilitating the seamless transmission of final manuscripts.
Hiring Process
We are looking for candidates who are resourceful, tech-fluent, and passionate about content. If you are ready to manage the peer review process, collaborate on sales integration, and support resource development, we want to hear from you. Please submit your application to join our team in building the future of affordable education.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Flour Bakery + Cafe, 131, Clarendon Street, Back Bay, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02116, United States
Boston, Massachusetts
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Skills: Salesforce, Airtable, Google Suite, Microsoft Office.
Education: Bachelor's Degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Editorial Assistant at Flatworld Solutions
What does a Editorial Assistant at Flatworld Solutions do?expand_more
A Editorial Assistant at Flatworld Solutions is responsible for the following: Solicit and manage the peer review process for proposals, drafts, and revisions; Guide authors through the manuscript preparation process; Facilitate the transmission of final manuscripts into production; and Support the creation and benchmarking of instructor resources.
What are the requirements for this Editorial Assistant role?expand_more
Flatworld Solutions is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree; Proficiency in Google Suite; Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Excellent verbal communication skills; and Mastery of English-language business writing.
Where is the Editorial Assistant role at Flatworld Solutions located?expand_more
Editorial Assistant at Flatworld Solutions is based in Flour Bakery + Cafe, 131, Clarendon Street, Back Bay, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02116, United States. This is a hybrid role.