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Tufts University

Program Coordinator

Boston, MA · On-site

$27.85 - $38.50/hr

Produces a variety of documents, reports, proposals or literature * Responds to inquiries and ... Coordinates marketing and advertising efforts for program/project * Assists in writing, editing and ...

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Richfield, OH · On-site

$50K - $66K/yr

Additionally, this role oversees corporate sourcing stores across all SBUs, ensuring the availability of branded giveaways, literature, apparel, and trade show rental programs. The coordinator ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for literary coordinator in the United States is $57,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a literary coordinator?

A Literary Coordinator is a professional who manages and organizes the flow of scripts, manuscripts, and other written materials within a literary agency, production company, or publishing house. They act as a liaison between writers, agents, producers, and other stakeholders, ensuring that scripts and documents are tracked, reviewed, and distributed efficiently. Literary Coordinators often assist with scheduling meetings, maintaining databases, and supporting business operations related to literary projects. Their role is crucial in helping creative projects move smoothly from submission to production or publication.

How does a literary coordinator typically collaborate with agents, writers, and production teams?

A Literary Coordinator acts as a key liaison between literary agents, writers, and production teams by managing schedules, facilitating communication, and ensuring that all parties have access to the necessary materials and information. They coordinate meetings, track submissions and contracts, and help resolve any logistical issues that may arise during the development and production processes. Effective collaboration requires strong organizational skills and the ability to build positive relationships across departments, as well as a keen understanding of the creative and business aspects of literary management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a literary coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Literary Coordinator, you need excellent organizational skills, a deep understanding of the publishing or entertainment industry, and often a bachelor's degree in English, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software like Microsoft Office, script tracking databases, and scheduling tools is typically required. Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask under tight deadlines are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure smooth coordination between writers, agents, and executives, helping literary projects progress efficiently and professionally.

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Infographic showing various Literary Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,869 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Undergraduate Research Assistantship - Literary Assistant

Pace University

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Full-time

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Serve as an undergraduate research assistant on the project: Literary Arts Research and Programming Assistant.

The Literary Arts Research and Programming Assistant will research and co-administer, with me, the many arts activities I direct, as the New York City English Director of Creative and Professional Writing. both on campus and as extracurricular activities off campus. Also, a student creative writing project to enhance career development will be included in the Research Assistantship and mentored by me. This project will involve research for writing and research of possible sources for publishing the creative work in electronic or paper formats.

This work will include coordinating field trips to literary and artistic organizations, plays, readings in NYC, and other literary events; arranging on-campus conversations with outside creative and professional writers in English Dept. Literature and Professional and Creative Writing classes; coordinating on-campus readings by professional writers and Pace students; co-directing our annual spring writing awards program and ceremony, with refreshments and $20,000 in student prizes; organizing our collaborative English & Performing Arts annual Spring Writers' Festival with a student reading and the reading of a professional featured writer; conducting fall and spring student creative writing readings in collaboration with Aphros magazine; and throughout the AY26-27 year, researching and writing a creative work.

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Pace has always prioritized student success. A century ago, that meant propelling people to new highs in practical business careers. Our educational model is still real-world—but today Pace offers unbeatable opportunity to ambitious students at every level, in dozens of disciplines, and on three campuses. Ranked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. We are at the forefront of creating opportunity and that mission is expressed in our motto: Opportunitas.

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