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| Title: | Literary Agency Assistant |
| Description: | THIS JOB HAS BEEN FILLED AND WE ARE NOT LOOKING FOR APPLICANTS AT THIS TIME.
Bradford Literary Agency is seeking an assistant to join our agency of passionate book lovers. This is an entry-level position for those who are excited to build a long-term career at a close-knit agency with ample mentorship, consistent communication, and growth opportunities. Benefits include a flexible schedule, remote work, and mentorship to become a literary agent and acquire your own clients. Our agents do more than sell books - we build careers. At Bradford Literary, we advocate for our authors and believe that the world will love their stories just as much as we do. Our editorial agency builds close partnerships with its clients and strives to make the world a better place with the stories we champion. About Us: The Bradford Literary Agency is a boutique literary agency that offers a full suite of representation services to authors and illustrators. The company was established in 2001 and is headquartered in San Diego with agents based in California, Washington and New York. Benefits: PTO (including vacation and sick) Profit sharing, if eligible Retirement benefits, if eligible |
| Requirements: | Working with us could be the right fit if:
· You have 1-2 years of publishing experience, including internships, and are excited to break into the publishing industry · You can’t wait to have your own client list and dream of a long career as a literary agent · You’re a team player who’s excited by what our agency has to offer · You can step out of your comfort zone to adapt to new technologies, pursue career opportunities, and accomplish things you never thought possible · You value diversity and inclusion and believe in the power of stories to change the world · You’re an independent thinker who thrives off of setting personal deadlines and goals · You’re a skilled multitasker with strong communication skills · You’re an organized self-starter with the drive to pursue new ideas and balance multiple projects at once · You are a fast reader with an eye for what’s current and marketable--you know what YOU like and you have a sense for what could “hit” · Your administrative skills are as strong as your editorial abilities · You're proficient in Airtable, MS Office, and social media platforms · You love books as much as we do! Responsibilities: · Read and review queries via QueryManager · Read and review requested submissions · Compile pitch lists · Write pitch letters · Social media posting · Updating agency website · General market research: What’s hot on TikTok? What’s selling on PM? What are editors saying they’re looking for? What’s happening in the industry? · Assisting with agency data maintenance—maintaining rights, editorial and IP directories etc. |
| Company: | BRADFORD LITERARY AGENCY |
| Location: | Remote |
| How To Apply For This Job: | Email Laura Bradford (laura@bradfordlit.com) with your resume and cover letter attached |
| Date Posted: | 2/12/2024 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
