Subsidiary Rights Assistant
Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
Simon & Schuster seeks a Subsidiary Rights Assistant to support the department. Excellent written, verbal, and computer skills are necessary. Applicants should be highly organized and be able to see each task through with close attention to detail. We are looking for someone with a strong interest in Subsidiary Rights and previous experience in book publishing (including internships). Responsibilities include:
- Identify backlist titles with new sales potential
- Run reports to identify foreign and domestic licenses that are up for renewals
- Help with submissions (pitch letters, cover art, blurbs, etc)
- Prepare rights guides for Frankfurt and London book fairs
- Respond to incoming rights requests
- Research trends in audio, book club and international publishing
- Generate a monthly subsidiary rights newsletter to promote our books to international publishers, book clubs, co-agents, and scouts
- Negotiate file fees and provide production files to licensees
- Chase overdue payments (foreign and domestic)
Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $50,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $50,000.00
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