A Publishing Assistant works in the publishing department and undertakes the crucial job of handling the administrative and clerical tasks. While the work activities tend to vary based on the size, and scope of the job, the following are certain core duties identified on the Publishing Assistant Resume – preparing administrative reports, participating in the preparation of training documents, making outgoing calls to clients and suppliers, receiving incoming calls, performing data entry work and files management, attending training sessions and meetings; preparing minutes of meetings, distributing to the concerned people, and performing reception duties.
Apart from proven work experience, the following skills are expected from job applicants – excellent secretarial skills, a strong understanding of the publishing process, excellent writing skills, strong knowledge of writing mechanics, and a diverse vocabulary; and publishing knowledge. The education requirements vary from employer to employer, however, to the minimum a degree will be useful.
Headline : Passionate about making a lasting impact through creative and engaging storytelling. Experienced in collaborating with various teams to problem solve and reach goals.
Assisted the Founder of Oak Grove Publishing in the complete publication of Funky to Fabulous: Surefire Success Strategies for the Savvy, Sassy, and Swamped from the manuscript stage to the post-publication stage.
Functioned as Director of E-book Production for Funky to Fabulous.
Oversaw the acquisition of ISBNs, LCCNs and Copyrights for the publication.
Submitted online articles for the author on numerous websites.
Conducted internet research.
Corresponded with media contacts.
Supported and maintained the Funky to Fabulous online blog.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.A. In English Literature
Publishing Assistant Resume
Objective : Self-motivated teamplayer that thrives on new challenges. Experienced in maintaining customer relationships with quality service, attention to detail, and continuous growth.
Skills : Microsoft Office, GoToMeeting, Sap, Sales, Customer Service, Customer Relationship Management, Excel, Social Media.
Description :
Organized manuscripts, typed manuscript entries and sent letters to poetry contestants.
Marketed the bicentennial book Ohio University: A Singular Place at the bicentennial/ homecoming events.
Worked on royalty statements; typing entries for each author.
Executed brochures, direct mail to authors, customers and other publishers.
Responsible for copying, proofreading, editing, faxing, data entry, and sending sample and exam copies to professors.
Conducted online research for author informants; and sent books and brochures for those inquiring.
Organized, sorted and assigned mail distribution for all the employees.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In English
Publishing Assistant Resume
Objective : 2 years experience in publishing, copy editing and proof reading. Ability to multi task and handle pressure. Currently pursuing Bachelors in Business Management graduating. Microsoft Office proficiency Proofreading Excel spreadsheets Strong interpersonal skills Meticulous attention to detail Dedicated team player Self-starter Strong problem solver.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Content Management Systems, Digital Content, Branded Content, Newsletters, Email Marketing, Adobe Suite, WordPress, SEO, Google Analytics.
Description :
Handled heavy phones and scheduling for top-level executive.
Liaised with high profile authors and agents.
Logged and tracked manuscript submissions.
Updated contact databases.
Coordinated mass mailings.
Assisted in the publicity and marketing of the book.
Obtained and posted reviews for the book.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS In English
Publishing Assistant Resume
Summary : Versatile Publishing Assistant professional with more than 10 years of executive-level experience. Highly efficient and organized, with a proven eye for detail and quality. Excellent interpersonal skills in relationships with corporate executives and company employees. Working knowledge of magazine and book publishing, entertainment and arts organizations, and insurance.
Skills : Advanced Proficiency With Microsoft Office Suite And Adobe Acrobat; Familiar With Quark, SAP; Mac And PC Proficient.
Description :
Reported to the VP/Deputy Publisher and President/Publisher.
Handled phone calls, mail, filing, calendar, and travel arrangements.
Composed business and interoffice correspondence, and reviewed outgoing correspondence and marketing materials.
Created systems to track manuscript submissions, payments, contracts, and competition information.
Coordinated office move after the merger of Bantam Books and Dell Publishing.
Acted as liaison between the architect, facility services, movers, management, and employees, ensuring the smooth transition of furniture, files, and equipment.
Directly responsible for publishing, proofreading, and layout of research reports, information memos and brochures.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
B.A. In Theater Arts
Publishing Assistant Resume
Headline : A motivated, dedicated, goal-oriented Virtual Assistant seeking a job helping companies and individuals manage their day-to-day tasks and oversee projects to their completion and beyond. Able to manage multiple tasks at one time with precision and accuracy. Focused on details and working towards the big picture.
Managed the marketing campaign for the award winning YA novel, Carnival at Bray, among other projects such as copy editing and preparing the release of an e-book.
Offered advice in manuscript selection decisions.
Managed contacts, scheduled a monthly reading series, and updated social media.
Developed two websites, one for the reading series and another for an educational book and consultancy.
Promoted at the end of the internship, I trained and supervised two new interns.
Used Editing, Web Design, Writing, Marketing.
Coordinated office workflow between sales and design departments.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In English
Publishing Assistant Resume
Objective : Experienced Designer, with a background in Architecture design, Mixed media, Graphic design, Urban Planning, Business management, and team leadership. A social entrepreneur who utilizes creativity, leadership, and teamwork to design and execute solutions.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Adobe, InDesign.
Description :
Managed the procurement of materials for publishing and distribution for both national and international markets.
Responsible for ensuring the safety of each product and efficient delivery.
Communicated effectively with customers and handling customer queries above service level.
Gained experience in working in administration, using own initiative and communicating with a diverse range of customer base.
Adhered and supported compliance and regulatory guidelines through mitigating risks and applying procedures.
Managed facilities for the company to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the business.
Edited and coordinated the publishing of editorial projects for Vaughan Systems, the leading English language company in Spain.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BSc In Business Management
Publishing Assistant Resume
Headline : As a Publishing Assistant, responsible for working with clients on marketing projects including promotional product research, quoting, and presentations Manage client projects and servicing including timelines, artwork, and communications Learn the sales process of generating leads and closing new business Marketing Efforts: Lead company marketing efforts including social media, email marketing, print marketing, events and other activities Research content to incorporate in marketing efforts Attend community events to promote the company.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Social Media, Web Content Management, Hootsuite, Calculator, Layout And Formatting.
Description :
Responsible for the development, editing, production, and promotion of English-learning books in Spain.
Managed our customer database, analyze online sales and visits to our online store, and develop the marketing plan for Vaughan Tienda.
Responded to customer inquiries, complaints.
Received and filed incoming customer artwork.
Updated content to internal and public websites.
Generated annual physical inventory records.
Maintained sales relationships with all retail and library eBook vendors, including but not limited to Amazon Kindle, Barnes & Noble Nook, Apple Books, Google Play, Kobo, OverDrive, and Hoopla.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Publishing Assistant Resume
Objective : To provide collaborative, psychoeducational, and other social work services to individuals and groups within and across agency settings Professional Credentialing LCSW.
Skills : Ms. Office Suite, Copywriting, Editing.
Description :
Tracked, organized, and implemented discounted eBook promotions and paid ads.
Met deadlines for merchandising and promotional placements.
Compiled weekly and annual sales reports.
Maintained fluency with Workman titles and presenting upcoming titles quarterly and seasonally to retailers.
Scheduled featured deals roundup emails through Firebrand title management system.
Addressed file, metadata, and billed issues. Pursuing new sales models, vendors, and opportunities for growth.
Served as Workmans main internal point of contact for all things eBook, working closely with digital operations, sales, credit, and marketing department.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In English
Publishing Assistant Resume
Headline : To utilize, as well as expand upon, years of customer service experience. Consistently be of service to others with the utmost integrity and respect.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Training, Communication, Social Media Management, Calendar Management.
Description :
Managed the daily operations of the ORB and Rosetta, including adding, editing and approving content and metadata.
Trained and consulted with library colleagues on systems' use and workflows.
Promoted the ORB and Rosetta through campus outreach.
Worked with faculty, staff and students to place scholarly works into the ORB.
Participated in a work culture that promotes diversity and anti-racism and actively works to eliminate or mitigate the effects of systemic racism and bias.
Helped manage the Libraries' digitization lab.
Helped develop local digitization guidelines and implement best practices and workflows.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In Psychology
Publishing Assistant Resume
Headline : Seeking a Publishing Assistant profession with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : Planning Skills, MS Office.
Description :
Provided advice and consulting services to the campus community on best practices and workflows for the preservation and accessibility of digital objects.
Worked with projects such as Internet Archive, New York Heritage, and Digital Public Library of America to strengthen and enhance the presence of the Libraries' specialized collections within these collaborative projects.
Monitored institutional repository, digital preservation and scholarly publishing trends and policy issues.
Collaborated with Digital Scholarship Librarian and other stakeholders on other related digital scholarship or digital initiatives projects, such as web archiving.
Worked independently and function effectively within a team setting.
Experienced working in an academic or research library.
Knowledged of common metadata schemas, such as Dublin Core.
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