Music Jobs is hiring : Editorial Assistant, Sound and Music Studies in New York

Editorial Assistant, Sound and Music Studies

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Job no. 25524980.

Location : New York, NY / Greenbelt, MD – WFH. Duration : Full‑time. Pay : $43,700 – $47,500 per year. Posted : 10 / 10 / 25.

About the Job

This is an exciting opportunity for an Editorial Assistant to join our US‑based team.

The Editorial Assistant will provide editorial and administrative support to a commissioning editor and editorial director who both acquire works in Music & Sound Studies. The position covers a variety of product categories, from research monographs and reference books to general interest and trade titles. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a career in academic publishing.

Responsibilities

Assist the commissioning editor and editorial director in manuscript acquisition and editorial processes.

Provide editorial support for a diverse range of book projects, including research monographs, reference works, and trade titles.

Perform administrative tasks related to the publishing workflow.

Coordinate with authors, reviewers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely progress.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Other

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

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