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The Pennsylvania State University

$46K - $67K/yr

POSITION SPECIFICS Join the Penn State University Press as an Editorial Assistant , supporting the ... Support acquisitions editors with contractual and approval workflows by preparing materials for ...

The Pennsylvania State University

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Join the Penn State University Press as a part-time Editorial Assistant ... The Editorial Assistant will support two editors in their book acquisitions. They will learn about ...

BJU Education Group

Editor (Science)

Greenville, SC · On-site

As a Science Editor at BJU Press, the ideal candidate will play a supporting role on the Editorial ... Jones University, Bob Jones Academy or BJU Press - must be a born-again Christian who has a ...

Pacer Group

Copy Editor - US

Lansing, MI · On-site

$20/hr

... press releases, newsletters, listers, catalogs, classified ads, Web site materials, etc.), design ... university. * Six-twelve months' related experience. * Must be able to maintain good attendance.

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level university press editor in the United States is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level University Press Editor vs Entry Level Academic Publishing Assistant?

AspectEntry Level University Press EditorEntry Level Academic Publishing Assistant
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or related field; strong editing skillsBachelor's degree; administrative skills; familiarity with publishing processes
Work EnvironmentAcademic publishing houses, university pressesAcademic departments, publishing offices, university presses
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by university presses and scholarly publishersCommon in academic institutions and publishing companies
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for editing and publishing roles in academiaCompared for administrative and support roles in publishing

The Entry Level University Press Editor primarily focuses on editing scholarly works, ensuring quality and accuracy, while the Entry Level Academic Publishing Assistant handles administrative tasks supporting the publishing process. Both roles require a bachelor's degree and are found within academic publishing environments, but they differ in responsibilities and daily tasks.

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Student Worker - Baylor University Press Production Assistant

Student Worker - Baylor University Press Production Assistant

Baylor University

Waco, TX • On-site

$10/hr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Baylor University rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

334th of 535 rated colleges and universities

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Job Description
Job Title: Baylor University Press Production Assistant
Job Classification: Business Operations, Student
Department: Baylor Press Operations
Hiring Manager: Jenny Hunt
Contact: Jenny_hunt@baylor.edu
Work Schedule: days and times are flexible, but work time should be scheduled in 3-4 hour blocks. The ideal candidate will be available during the summer. Budget permitting, from mid-May to mid-August there is the potential to work up to 20 hours/week if taking classes, and up to 40 hours/week if not taking classes.
Desired Length of Employment: Spring and Summer 2026, continuing into Fall preferred
Pay Rate: $10
Key Components:
  • In a student employee capacity, may perform or assist with specialized business or operational functions that contribute to departmental goals and initiatives.

Job Description:
Category: Clerical/office support
Work Begins: Summer 2026
Position Title: Baylor University Press Production Assistant
Number of positions available: 1
Hours per week required: 12-16
Days/Times required: days and times are flexible, but work time should be scheduled in 3-4 hour blocks. The ideal candidate will be available during the summer. Budget permitting, from mid-May to mid-August there is the potential to work up to 20 hours/week if taking classes, and up to 40 hours/week if not taking classes.
Position Description: Baylor University Press serves the academic community by publishing scholarly books and textbooks with a connection to the field of religion. The Press' website can be found at www.baylorpress.com. The Baylor University Press production department is the "nuts and bolts" team at the press that works on book files throughout the production process (copyediting, design/layout, proofreading, ebook conversion). The Production Assistant will work alongside BUP's full-time production staff to assist with general production tasks as needed, perform pre-press quality checks, and format and proofread indexes. The press is a warm and welcoming community committed to your professional development and success. A number of Baylor University Press work study students have obtained full-time positions in publishing after graduation.
Skills/Major/Prerequisites: Applicants should love books and have an interest in the publishing industry. If your definition of fun is proofreading your friends' papers, this is the job for you. You must have a strong work ethic, high level of attention to detail, excellent spelling and grammar, and experience with Microsoft Word. Familiarity with Adobe programs (Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign) is helpful but not required. Training will be provided. The position is open to students from all majors, but majors in professional writing and English are especially encouraged to apply.
Special Instructions for applicants: Baylor University Press may request that applicants take a test to evaluate their writing and editing skills.
Minimum GPA requirement: 3.5
  • Provide mid to advanced level administrative and operational support for day-to-day tasks
  • May serve as initial contact for in-person guests or callers; provide excellent customer service
  • May generate, prepare and analyze reports or perform forecasting
  • May create creative content or maintain department website(s)
  • May assist with special projects and initiatives supporting departmental goals
  • May assist with planning or coordination of events
  • May assist with identifying areas of improvement and recommend solutions
  • May assist with compliance processes
  • May assist with maintaining internal databases and records
  • May assist with developing processes and procedures
  • Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
  • Ability to comply with University policies
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Employer: Baylor University
Work Location: Clifton Robinson Tower Suite 580
Work Address: 700 S. University Parks

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