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Entry Level Literary Agent Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This is an entry level position, hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday. Pre-employment Requirements: * We are a drug free facility. Passing a pre-employment drug screening is required. Education ...

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$66.9K

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How much do entry level literary agent jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level literary agent in the United States is $66,913.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Literary Agent vs Literary Scout?

AspectEntry Level Literary AgentLiterary Scout
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, strong knowledge of publishingSimilar; often a degree in literature or related field
Work EnvironmentAgency offices, author meetings, negotiationsResearch-based, industry networking, scouting events
Employer & Industry UsagePublishing agencies, literary agenciesMajor publishers, literary agencies, scouting firms
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level publishing rolesCompared for talent identification roles

While both roles require a background in literature and industry knowledge, an Entry Level Literary Agent primarily focuses on representing authors and negotiating publishing deals. A Literary Scout, on the other hand, specializes in identifying promising manuscripts or authors for publishers. Both positions serve different functions within the publishing industry but share similar educational backgrounds and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Literary Agent job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,913 per year, or $32.2 per hour.

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Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Position Overview: This is an entry level position, hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday.

Pre-employment Requirements:

  • We are a drug free facility. Passing a pre-employment drug screening is required.

Education Requirements:

  • Validation of high school diploma or equivalent required.

Job Duties & Requirements:

  • Must work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
  • Monitors discrepant invoices and pro-actively contacts vendors to reconcile pricing.
  • Works closely with vendor representatives to resolve pricing discrepancies.
  • Constructs cost analysis spreadsheets to evaluate spending per vendor.
  • Excellent customer service and negotiation skills required.
  • Must possess basic computer knowledge.
  • Experience with MS Excel strongly preferred.
  • Ability to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions, and work independently.
  • Experience with basic accounting principles preferred but not required.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.