London Literary Scouting: Children's Scout
We are a long established London-based international scouting agency with a roster of market-leading publishing and media clients
We have a vacancy in our children's team and are looking for a candidate with at least two years' experience of scouting and/or publishing. The job requires the ability to build both crucial client relationships and strong industry contacts in order to source key titles and help our publishers build and maintain their lists. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with good time management and the ability to work both independently and within a tight knit and friendly team.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about children's and Young Adult publishing, with a particular focus on fantasy, romantasy, crossover and TikTok fiction. They will be a fast and insightful reader and have an understanding of key market trends and influences. Experience or interest in international markets and/or proficiency in a European language would be a bonus.
Duties to include:
Building and maintaining relationships with UK and US agents and editors
Building and maintaining relationships with London Literary Scouting clients to ensure they have relevant information about titles at all times. Answering their queries and aiding in the acquiring of books.
Reading submissions and writing reports on a tight turnaround
Working with external readers and editing their reports to a high standard
Attending any relevant book fairs and industry events
Updating and maintaining the company platform to reflect the correct and most up to date information to clients
General administrative support as required
The position is a full time role with a salary range of £28,000-£33,000 dependent on experience.
Please apply with your CV and a covering letter to jobs@londonliteraryscouting.com by 27 January, giving details of your current salary and notice period. We regret we are only able to reply to candidates we wish to interview.
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