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Temporary Children Book Editor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Editor, Academic Books

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Book Department Editor Reports to : Vice President of Editorial and Director of Editorial, Book ... By God's grace: (a) to bring men, women, and children to Christ as their Lord and Savior; (b) to ...

Production Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

The Production Editor will work closely with the editorial, design, and production teams, and will ... Children's publishing experience a plus. As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and ...

The Production Editor will work closely with the editorial, design, and production teams, and will ... Children's publishing experience a plus. As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and ...

The Production Editor will work closely with the editorial, design, and production teams, and will ... Children's publishing experience a plus. As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and ...

Macmillan Children's Publishing Group is seeking a detail-oriented individual with a good eye for ... Coordinate and distribute information relating to sales materials, as well as book assets such as ...

Description Macmillan Children's Publishing Group is seeking a detail-oriented individual with a ... Coordinate and distribute information relating to sales materials, as well as book assets such as ...

Assistant Managing Editor

Austin, TX · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Description Macmillan Children's Publishing Group is seeking a detail-oriented individual with a ... Coordinate and distribute information relating to sales materials, as well as book assets such as ...

Macmillan Children's Publishing Group is seeking a detail-oriented individual with a good eye for ... Coordinate and distribute information relating to sales materials, as well as book assets such as ...

The Senior Editor will wear many hats, assisting in all aspects of creating Storyworks 4-6 and ... As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book ...

The Senior Editor will wear many hats, assisting in all aspects of creating Storyworks 4-6 and ... As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book ...

As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book ... Strong writing and editing skills * Knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) * An ...

As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book ... Strong writing and editing skills * Knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) * An ...

The Associate Editor will assist in creating engaging, age-appropriate articles and teaching ... As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book ...

The Associate Editor will assist in creating engaging, age-appropriate articles and teaching ... As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book ...

Temporary Duties and Responsibilities • *Serves as Acquisitions Editor, responsible for reading a high volume of book proposals and manuscripts, conducting preliminary reviews independently ...

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How much do temporary children book editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary children book 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 Temporary Children Book Editor vs Children’s Book Writer?

AspectTemporary Children Book EditorChildren’s Book Writer
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in English, Literature, or Publishing; editing experienceCreative writing background; portfolio of written stories
Work EnvironmentPublishing houses, editing teams, freelance projectsIndependent, self-employed, or contracted writers
Industry UsageCommonly employed in publishing companies, editing firmsOften self-published or contracted by publishers
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding editing roles, job requirements, and responsibilitiesExploring creative writing, storytelling, and publishing opportunities

The main difference is that a Temporary Children Book Editor focuses on editing and refining children's books, ensuring quality and consistency, while a Children’s Book Writer creates original stories. Editors typically work within publishing companies or as freelancers, whereas writers often work independently or under contract. Both roles require a passion for children's literature, but their skills and daily tasks differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Children Book Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,809 per year, or $28.8 per hour.

Assistant Editor

Highlights for Children

Honesdale, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Assistant Editor

Department: Product Development

Reports To: Sr Director, Editorial

Primary Roles & Responsibilities:

Support the editorial work of the department to help ensure that individual editorial projects and ongoing department work is prioritized and completed on time and with excellence. Manage various editorial projects as assigned by or in collaboration with editorial leadership including assessment of viability of new projects, supporting development of magazine crafts & recipes, development of assigned projects for books and subscriptions, asset research in our Digital Asset Management system, editing, copy writing, scheduling, and other editorial tasks as assigned. Independently develop series books or projects assigned by editorial leadership. Maintain and support departmental forms, reports, and record keeping, as assigned. Support the work of the kids mail process by organizing and recommending submissions and responding.

  • Support senior editorial management in day-to-day work to keep the products moving to completion.
  • Support kids mail process by downloading, sorting, and recommending inclusion of kids’ submission.
  • Write revision and/or rejection letters to authors and agents of submitted projects.
  • Assume responsibility for assigned editorial aspects of book development, including manuscript development and editing; partner with art director and designers to provide illustration; copywriting including cover, tip sheets, and other marketing copy as required.
  • Prepare PowerPoint presentations for editorial meetings
  • Collaborate with design, production, and marketing departments to meet scheduling requirements.
  • Pursue knowledge of current trends in children’s book publishing and product

Education and Experience

  • 2+ years’ experience in a related role working with or developing content for children
  • Excellent editorial skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Knowledge of children’s book and magazine/subscription product industry
  • Excellent skills in the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite with ability to learn our existing software
  • Excellent organizational skills and project management.
  • Self-motivated and able to manage a large workload in a fast-paced environment

Supervisory Responsibilities: None