Job Opportunity: Book Development Assistant

Join the FairyLoot team as a Book Development Assistant, where you’ll play an integral role in bringing our special edition books to life. You’ll work closely with our Book Development Team, publishing partners, and creative contributors to ensure every project meets our high standards of quality, design, and timely delivery.

In this role, you will support the development process from manuscript to finished product, assisting with everything from proofreading and artwork briefing to managing deadlines and maintaining project documentation. This is the perfect role for someone who is detail-driven, highly organised, and passionate about the behind-the-scenes magic of book curation and development.

Key Responsibilities
📧 Communication & Coordination: Serve as a key liaison between the Book Development team, publishing partners, printers, and external vendors, ensuring seamless information flow and clear communication across all projects.
📊 Administrative Support & Organisation: Maintain and update internal systems, track project timelines, manage schedules, and keep detailed notes to support efficient workflow across multiple book projects.
📚 Genre Specialisation: Work will be separated between Young Adult, Adult, Romantasy, Epic and Mortal genres ensuring a deep understanding of genre-specific trends and audience preferences.
🖨️ Proofing & Pre-Print Quality Checks: Review files meticulously for print accuracy, including cover layouts, typesetting, and special edition customisations, ensuring all materials meet production standards before going to print.
📖 Manuscript Review & Feedback: Assist in reading and reviewing manuscripts and submissions, providing thoughtful feedback to support the selection and curation of new titles.
🎨 Artwork Briefing Support: Help draft detailed briefs for artists and illustrators, ensuring creative assets align with the vision for each book’s design.
🔎 Artist Research & Sourcing: Research and identify new artists and illustrators whose styles align with FairyLoot’s aesthetic. Provide recommendations for potential collaborators, keeping up-to-date with emerging talent and industry trends.
⏳ Deadline & Project Milestone Management: Monitor project progress, proactively flagging potential delays and helping the team stay on track to meet key deadlines and production milestones.
📂 File & Asset Management: Organise and manage digital assets, including artwork files, manuscript versions, and production documents to ensure easy access and version control.
🔍 Quality Assurance & Final Checks: Conduct final reviews of physical and digital proofs, ensuring consistency in design elements, colour accuracy, and production specifications.
💡 Process Improvement: Contribute ideas to streamline workflows, enhance project management efficiency, and support continuous improvement within the Book Development Team.

If you are passionate about books, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to the curation of FairyLoot’s magical editions, we encourage you to apply! Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact candidates selected for an interview. However, we sincerely appreciate every applicant’s time and interest.

📩 Apply now to be part of the FairyLoot team and help bring unforgettable fantasy stories to readers around the world.