Editor - Assouline : Job Details

Assouline is the first luxury brand in the world that uses books as a medium. For the past fifteen years, Assouline Publishing has created fine illustrated books dedicated to fashion, photography, art and design. Renowned for our highly original graphic concept, Assouline books are works of art that capture culture and bring it to life. The spirit and savoir faire of these works have contributed to the creation of a unique and eclectic, chic and elegant brand that is immediately identifiable. Today, Assouline publications', special editions, and gift items can be found around the globe.

The Editor supports Assouline projects by managing different projects. The Editor works closely with the Design team and the Editor in Chief to ensure the execution of the project deliverable. This role is located at 34th and Park Ave, NY 10016. You are required to be in the office 5 days a week. We are unable to complete any relocation requests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple book projects simultaneously from the start to finish in a fast paced environment
• Communicate with authors and other key projects to provide project updates.
• Oversee the communication between an outsider author and Assouline throughout the complete project duration.
• Partner with Design team to ensure project efficiency and accuracy.

Your profile:

• French speaking preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, high-level correspondence style.e
• Able to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to schedules and deadlines.
• High level of attention to detail, ex. error free copy.
• Strong command of IDD in relation to typesetting, correcting copy in layout.
• Candidate must have experience with editing and/or writing for a publication devoted to content relevant to our books: art, design, fashion, travel, luxury brands.

Assouline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The appointed candidate will be offered a salary of $70,000-$80,000. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.