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St. David's School

Library Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... reading, reflection, and collaborative conversation. The Library Assistant helps to maintain the ... The Library Assistant also supports library events including book fairs, author visits and other ...

St. David's School

Library Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... reading, reflection, and collaborative conversation. The Library Assistant helps to maintain the ... The Library Assistant also supports library events including book fairs, author visits and other ...

Barnes & Noble

Bookseller - Temporary

Chapel Hill, NC

$14.75 - $16.50/hr

A Barnes & Noble bookstore is a gathering place for readers and the community. As a Bookseller, you ... Developing strong merchandising skills to maintain the book presentation and cleanliness of the ...

Barnes & Noble

Bookseller - Temporary

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$14.75 - $16.50/hr

Job Summary A Barnes & Noble bookstore is a gathering place for readers and the community. As a ... You will: • Build book knowledge of the subjects and categories we stock across fiction ...

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How much do book reading jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for book reading in Raleigh, NC is $56,798.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,700.00 and $66,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a book reading?

A Book Reading job typically involves reading books aloud for various purposes, such as audiobooks, public readings, or literacy programs. Professionals in this role may work as audiobook narrators, educators, or storytellers in libraries, schools, or events. Strong reading skills, clear pronunciation, and expressive storytelling abilities are essential. Some positions may require experience in voice acting or public speaking.

What does a book reader do?

A typical day for a Professional Book Reader or Narrator involves preparing and rehearsing scripts, recording book chapters in a soundproof environment, and collaborating with audio engineers or producers for editing and feedback. You may spend time researching proper pronunciations, character accents, and narrative pacing to enhance listener experience. Some days are devoted to retakes or revisions based on editorial direction, while others might include team meetings to align on project goals. The work is project-based and deadlines are common, so effective time management and self-motivation are key. Team interactions are frequent, ensuring the final audio product meets publishing or client standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in book reading, and why are they important?

To excel as a Professional Book Reader or Narrator, you need excellent reading comprehension, clear articulation, voice modulation skills, and, often, experience in literature or performing arts. Familiarity with audio recording equipment, editing software, and sometimes certification in voice acting or narration is commonly valued. Outstanding soft skills include attention to detail, patience, and the ability to interpret and convey different tones and emotions. These abilities ensure that book readings or audiobooks are engaging, accessible, and meet industry quality standards.

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Infographic showing various Book Reading job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $56,798 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Warehouse and Distribution Manager/Branch Manager (Raleigh, NC)

Scholastic Corporation

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Scholastic rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 51 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 19 rated publishing

Job description

Job Description:
Scholastic Reading Events are wondrous in-person experiences that empower kids to discover books for themselves. Taking place in schools and rooted in Scholastic's greater mission to use the power of books for the betterment of all kids, these events bring entire communities together.
At Scholastic Reading Events, we bring "the best school day of the year" to schools in the form of 110,000 unique pop-up shops annually. Memorable to all is the magic of a book fair, which is at the heart of the Scholastic Reading Event. Book Fairs irresistibly defy expectations of how one must act in a library and generate excitement and Book Joy for all who attend. Reading Events raise over 200 million dollars in funds and resources for schools that host them. And we're just getting started...
We're here to deliver an experience that inspires kids toward greatness. In everything we do, we are committed to ensuring every kid, parent, caregiver, teen/tween, book fair organizer, and Employee feels seen, respected, and welcome as part of the Scholastic family.
We are currently in search of a Branch Manager to lead our local branch team in Raleigh, NC. This full-time position offers medical, dental and vision benefits, a Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time, a generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise, and a 401k with a company match.
Qualified candidates will be able to lead in the planning, scheduling, directing and execution of the day-to-day warehouse activities of a branch in the Book Fair Organization. Key responsibility incudes: evaluating and assessing the team and operation to ensure adherence to company standards and policies, and optimal performance. This candidate will support our mission to encourage reading and promote lifelong learning and demonstrate our values of caring and respect for all people.
Budgeted Base Salary Range for this position is $80-85k/annually with additional performance bonus opportunity.
JOB SUMMARY
The direct responsibility of the Branch Manager is to plan, schedule, direct and execute the day-to-day operational activities of small and medium-sized distribution centers in the Book Fair Organization. Evaluate and assess operations of Branch to ensure adherence to company standards and policies, and optimal performance, by performing the following duties
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Management
  • In conjunction with the Area Operations Manager, plan and prepare annual budget for Branch unit.
  • Achieve financial results and manage business-operating costs effectively.
  • Responsible for achieving Branch budgeted goals, including direct operating costs, revenue per fair through quality production and timely service to customers, and overall branch profitability.

Operations Management
  • Implement operational efficiency improvements and utilize capacity planning and operational metrics to achieve branch's financial results.
  • Ensure the branch operates in an efficient manner by utilizing effective methods of packing, set-up, delivery, pick-up of book fairs; utilize capacity planning and staffing methods to assure optimum productivity.
  • Oversee the production management system, including utilization of the system, to ensure that production plans are generated, implemented, and completed on a daily basis
  • Conduct annual and semi-annual warehouse sales to reduce inventory levels and maximize revenue stream.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and manage inventory utilization and inventory control procedures/processes to achieve company objectives.
  • Ensure monthly Safety Meetings are conducted with full attendance and appropriate agenda and record-keeping.
  • Oversee the completion of all required insurance forms in compliance with worker's compensation, motor vehicle accidents, and personal property loss in a timely and efficient manner and distribute to appropriate parties as required.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work environment while focusing on minimizing work-related injuries and auto losses, conducting injury investigations/reviews, complying with OSHA guidelines, and Company directives.

Leadership
  • Direct hiring, training, developing and evaluating of drivers, warehouse personnel and supervisory staff.
  • Effective in collaborating and communicating between Operations and Sales teams to enhance overall business performance.
  • Assure all assets are secured and handled appropriately to minimize product damage and property loss.
  • Execute Company policies, procedures, and programs in a professional, effective, and timely manner.
  • Provide superior, responsive customer service while maintaining cost controls.
  • Plan and conduct regular staff meetings to inform, educate, and recognize employees, as well as to provide a forum for exchange of ideas.
  • In partnership with Human Resources is responsible for the recruiting, interviewing, selecting, training/development, evaluating, disciplining, and terminating employees in the Branch in a fair, timely and objective manner.
  • Responsible for documentation of disciplinary issues as they relate to performance behavior.
  • Maintain business confidentiality relative to personnel, pricing, promotion, customer lists, and methods of distribution.
  • Perform all tasks and projects as directed by Area Operations Manager.

Qualifications
JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • BA/BS degree in Management, Business, Transportation, or Operations related curriculum preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of proven front-line management experience in operations for a manufacturing or distribution company.
  • Demonstrated capability to manage a high quality, efficient and cost-effective operations a must.
  • Facilities management experience preferred.
  • Inventory management experience preferred.
  • Inventory control experience with hands-on management of warehouse products, supplies and goods

Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
Job Family Group:
Distrib & Matls Mgmt
Location Region/State:
North Carolina
EEO Statement:
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.
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Scholastic Corporation is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 100+ years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families.

Industry

Bookstores and newsstands

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York City, NY, US

Year founded

1920

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