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Weber State University

Junior Editor

Ogden, UT · On-site

$14/hr

... assist the Marketing & Outreach Coordinator and the Associate Graphic Designer in the Dumke College of Health Professions with writing, editing, and ensuring the accuracy of marketing content and ...

Russell Tobin

Technical Editor/Writer

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$20.09 - $22.09/hr

This role is ideal for professionals with exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills ... Assist with operational functions such as settlement processing, privacy opt-out requests, and ...

Hall & Evans LLC

Legal Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience, 5+ years preferred; * Assemble and file documents ... Well-developed skills in editing, proofreading, and grammar; * Ability to anticipate problems, find ...

Hall & Evans

Legal Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience, 5+ years preferred; * Assemble and file documents ... Well-developed skills in editing, proofreading, and grammar; * Ability to anticipate problems, find ...

Hall & Evans LLC

Legal Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid

Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience, 5+ years preferred; * Assemble and file documents ... Well-developed skills in editing, proofreading, and grammar; * Ability to anticipate problems, find ...

Davis Miles, PLLC

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Legal Assistant - Bankruptcy

Murray, UT · On-site

$48K - $55K/yr

DRAFTING/EDITING OF DOCUMENTS: Assist in drafting documents as directed by Attorney, (including petition, pleadings, etc.); edit and finalize Attorney work product * FILING: * * Finalize, prepare ...

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Office Assistant

Garden City, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Office Assistant Reports To: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Purpose The Office Assistant provides ... Assists with review of timecards for accuracy and then sends to all managers for review and editing

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Office Assistant

Garden City, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Office Assistant Reports To: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Purpose The Office Assistant provides ... Assists with review of timecards for accuracy and then sends to all managers for review and editing

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Office Assistant

Garden City, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Office Assistant Reports To: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Purpose The Office Assistant provides ... Assists with review of timecards for accuracy and then sends to all managers for review and editing

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Videographer & Drone Operator

Saint George, UT · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

You'll work alongside other videographers and our editing team to capture high-quality footage using Sony mirrorless cameras, operate drones, and assist with video, lighting, and audio setup on ...

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Editing Assistants are professionals who support editors in the preparation and revision of written content for publication. Their responsibilities often include proofreading, formatting documents, checking for consistency and accuracy, and sometimes fact-checking or organizing materials. Editing Assistants may work in publishing houses, media organizations, or for independent authors, helping ensure that final documents are polished and error-free. They play a key role in the editorial process by managing administrative tasks and assisting with project coordination.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an editing assistant?

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Associate Editor

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Deseret Book Company
Retail • 1 - 5K employees

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Full-time

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Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
Associate Editor
Reports to
Editorial Director
Location
Deseret Book Corporate Office
Salt Lake City, UT
Start Date
Immediately
Position Type
Full Time; Hybrid
The Opportunity
About Shadow Mountain
Shadow Mountain is a national trade imprint of Deseret Book Company, publishing award-winning fiction and nonfiction for adults, young adults, and middle-grade readers. Our titles regularly appear on the New York Times and national bestseller lists, and our catalog spans mystery and suspense, romance, historical fiction, cookbooks, picture books, and inspirational nonfiction.
Position Summary
Shadow Mountain is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Associate Editor to join our editorial team. This is a hands-on role managing approximately 12-15 titles per year through every stage of the publishing process-from manuscript development through prepress and final printing. The ideal candidate is an exceptional editor at all stages (developmental, line, and copy) with strong project-management instincts, a passion for commercial fiction and nonfiction, and the ability to build lasting, trust-based relationships with authors.
Responsibilities include
  • Manage books through the complete production lifecycle. Oversee up to 15 titles per year from conception to consumer, including developmental editing, author revisions, line editing, copyediting, typesetting coordination, cover design coordination, final page corrections, indexing, and blueline approvals. Work with freelance editors as needed for sensitivity reviews, copy editing, or proofreading tasks.
  • Edit manuscripts in Microsoft Word. Perform developmental reads, line editing, copy editing, and source checking to prepare both fiction and nonfiction manuscripts for publication.
  • Build and maintain author relationships. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned authors, communicating clearly and often about the publishing process, and working collaboratively to develop new projects that are marketable, unique, and brand-building.
  • Prepare and present editorial pitches. Write pitch documents for editorial, sales, and marketing review-including tag lines, book descriptions, author bios, key selling points, and comp titles-and contribute to acquisition decisions.
  • Build and manage production schedules. Coordinate timelines, communicate project updates and changes to the team, and ensure all assigned titles meet press deadlines.
  • Collaborate with design, typesetting, and art teams. Work with designers on cover concepts and interior images, coordinate with typesetters on interior book design, prepare cover and interior files for Advance Reading Copies, perform prepress checks, and approve bluelines.
  • Write cover copy and marketing materials. Develop book jacket copy for both ARC and final version, and work with the design team to produce polished, consumer-ready materials.
  • Support acquisitions and project development. Review and evaluate submitted manuscripts, participate in slush pile review, and attend local and national writing conferences to take pitches from authors and teach classes as needed.
  • Provide editorial support across teams. Assist sales and marketing teams by proofreading catalogs, marketing materials, and social media posts; prepare metadata worksheets for assigned titles; secure author endorsements; and provide occasional collaborative support for other editors on the team.
  • Stay current with industry trends and the competitive market. Monitor publishing trends, read widely in Shadow Mountain's key categories, and bring market awareness to editorial discussions, pitch development, and author consultations.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, or a related field
  • 3-5 years of editorial experience in trade book publishing (or equivalent)
  • Score of 85% or higher on in-house editorial/proofreading test
  • Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Teams, Planner, etc.) and Adobe applications
  • Strong command of The Chicago Manual of Style, 18th Edition
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Impeccable attention to detail
  • Experience working directly with authors through the editorial process
  • Familiarity with book production workflows, including typesetting, prepress, and print coordination
  • Knowledge of current publishing trends and the competitive trade market
  • Experience developing, editing, and managing cookbooks a plus
  • Strong understanding of fiction genres and tropes for adult, young adult, and middle-grade readers
  • Able to work independently as well as with various teams
  • Experience with metadata systems (e.g., Firebrand) a plus
  • Experience attending or presenting at writing conferences
  • A portfolio or list of projects you have worked on

BENEFITS
  • Excellent medical, dental, and life insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company matching funds
  • Company-funded retirement plan
  • Merchandise discount
  • Discounted UTA Eco pass
  • Paid leave and holidays
  • Great work environment

Equal Opportunity
Deseret Book is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to do meaningful work. We strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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